We unite people, ideas, and resources to advance the common good in these areas: youth opportunitycommunity resiliencyfinancial securityhealthy communities

United Way of the Yampa Valley serves Northwest Colorado.

We unite people, ideas, and resources to advance the common good in Northwest Colorado.

Moffat and Rio Blanco, are you prepared to help your community during an emergency?

Wildfires, floods, power outages, severe winter storms, blowdowns, and other disasters can strike without warning. You can be trained to respond. This session covers how to open and operate a shelter. Lunch Provided

WHAT: Join our Red Cross Shelter Training 

WHEN: Monday May 6, 2026 TIME: From 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

WHERE: Chamber of Commerce 775 Yampa Avenue, Craig, CO

Register for shelter training here!

DAY OF CARING – MAY 20, 2026

Every spring, individual and corporate volunteers join forces to share their time and talents on projects at nonprofits across the Yampa Valley. Volunteers who participate in Day of Caring gain first-hand experience in how giving back to their community through work that saves labor costs and allows nonprofits to invest their efforts where they make the greatest impact.

Volunteering is essential to keeping our community connected and supporting local causes. You can change a life with your time and talent when you volunteer with United Way of the Yampa Valley.

Volunteer for Routt County Projects here

NEW CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR 2026

Starting in 2026, taxpayers will be able to deduct up to $1,000 of charitable contributions ($2,000 if married filing jointly) without itemizing deductions. This is a valuable benefit for those who don’t itemize and wouldn’t normally receive a deduction for contributing.

Donate Today!

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.

learn more about WSOP

Who are we?

United Way of the Yampa Valley does what no single organization can do. We connect and mobilize resources, people, and passion in strategic ways to achieve our goals, positively impact lives, and change the story for thousands of people in Northwest Colorado.

Our impact areas

Youth Opportunity

We help organizations create pathways for young people to reach their goals, from early childhood education to support of at-risk youth.

Healthy Community

We support providing health in various facets – from facilitating access to nutritious food to quality education and services.

Financial Security

Facilitating education, tools, and training so individuals and families can have financial freedom to build a stronger future.

Community Resiliency

We help our communities prepare for, prevent, and respond to challenges like crisis support and disaster relief.

Every day, we’re working to help our communities thrive.

“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.