

WILDFIRE RECOVERY AID
United Way of the Yampa Valley is here to do our best to provide support to families affected by the wildfires that have affected Routt and Rio Blanco Counties. If you or your loved ones have found yourself without needed resources, please complete the form and a representative from United Way will be in touch to offer assistance in any way we are able. We appreciate your patience in our response. Please know that we will respond to each request as we are able.
Please call the United Way office with questions: Monique Macchia (970) 879-5605 ext. 106
The Yampa Valley Disaster Recovery Fund was created in partnership with YVCF to help meet the immediate and long-term relief and recovery needs for the people and places affected following an environmental or man-made disaster in the Yampa Valley region.

What is the Western Slope Opportunity Project?
As northwest Colorado transitions away from coal operations over the next 2–4 years, the Western Slope Opportunity Project (WSOP) will provide one year of critical support to affected workers and families.
UWYV is part of a group that will offer financial education, counseling, and coaching. Services will include goal setting, budgeting, debt management, and investing; they will be available virtually and in person. WSOP will also launch a “Train the Trainer” program to create a network of local financial coaches, ensuring long-term resilience and economic stability in communities like Craig, Hayden, and Meeker.
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“The United Way of the Yampa Valley is a strong organization that provides necessary funding and resources to the non-profits in our county. One of the greatest resources that UWYV offers is the development of cooperative relationships among the providers in the non profit community! This relationship building and sharing of resources supports our non profits in providing exemplary services to many of the neediest populations including children and adults in our community.”
Jane Toothaker, Educational Consultant
Get Support
If you or someone you know in Routt, Moffat, or Rio Blanco Counties needs support, United Way of the Yampa Valley is here to help.
From housing assistance and food security to mental health services and childcare resources, we connect individuals and families with vital programs that strengthen our community. Whether you’re facing financial hardship, seeking healthcare, or looking for educational opportunities, local resources are available to provide guidance and relief.