Our Partners

UWGCM Partner Agencies

United Way Galveston County Mainland is made up of problem solvers, difference makers, and opportunity creators. Together, our mission is to positively change the lives of people in our communities by investing in programs focused on Health, Education, and Financial Stability.

Advocacy Center for Children of Galveston County
The Advocacy Center facilitates agency collaboration regarding the prevention, investigation, prosecution and treatment of child abuse cases in a neutral and child-friendly environment.
(409) 741-6000    www.galvestoncac.org
 
American Red Cross
Provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
(800) 733-2767    www.redcross.org/local/texas/gulf-coast.html
 
Bay Area Council Boy Scouts of America
Prepares young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
(409) 744-5206    www.bacbsa.org
 
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Gulf Coast
Provides youths from single parent homes with positive adult role models for encouragement, friendship, social skills development and academic achievement through one-to-one mentoring.
(409) 763-4638    www.mentorsgc.org
 
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Galveston County (CASA)
Provides trained volunteers to act as Guardians Ad Litem to abused and neglected children, and provides information to the court concerning the children's best interest.
(409) 572-2552    www.casagalveston.org
 
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Rent & Utility Assistance to individuals in Texas City Independent School District.
(409) 948-0405    www.catholiccharities.org
 
City of Texas City - Nessler Senior Program
Provides our aging citizens with meaningful programs and services to enhance/help them maintain their independence and quality of life.
(409) 643-5877    www.texas-city-tx.org/page/rec.senior_program
 
Family Service Center
Enhances the potential for growth of individuals and families and to help people pursue healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives through the provision of counseling and education services.
(281) 576-6366    www.fsc-galveston.org
 
Galveston County Food Bank
Helps those who fight hunger by providing easy access to nutritional food, personal hygiene items and cleaning supplies for the economically disadvantaged and under served residents of Galveston County.
(409) 945-4232    www.galvestoncountyfoodbank.org
 
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council
Builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
(800) 392-4340    www.gssjc.org
 
Hitchcock Family Welfare
Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Rent & Utility Assistance to individuals in Hitchcock Independent School District.
(409) 986-5632 
 
Hospice Care Team, Inc.
Provides hope, help and comfort to individuals & their families diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.
(409) 938-0070     www.hospicecareteam.org
 
Independence Village
Provides a safe, affordable residential assisted living facility for adults with developmental or physical challenges.  It is a happy home that fosters independent lifestyles and community involvement.
(409) 935-4335    www.ivillagetexascity.org
 
Interfaith Caring Ministries
Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Financial Assistance to individuals in Clear Creek/Friendswood Independent School Districts.
(281) 332-3881    www.icmtx.org
 
Mainland Children's Partnership - Susan's Market
A client choice pantry serving the communities of Texas City, La Marque, Santa Fe and Hitchcock. 
(409) 643-8240    www.mcpartnership.org
 
M I Lewis Social Service Center
Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Financial Assistance to individuals in Dickinson Independent School District.
(281) 534-2043    www.milewisctr.org
 
NAMI Gulf Coast
Provides support, education and service advocacy to families and individuals affected by mental illness.
(281) 585-3100    www.namigulfcoast.org
 
Santa Fe Family Service
Provides Emergency Rent & Utility Assistance to individuals in the Santa Fe Independent School District.
(409) 927-4133
 
Special Friends, Inc.
Provides recreational, social, and therapeutic programs for intellectually and/or physically challenged individuals.
(281) 482-3991    www.maryqueencatholicchurch.org/special-friends
 
Sunshine Center, Inc.
Enhances independence, as well as community responsibility, and to foster self-esteem and dignity among individuals with developmental disabilities.
(409) 763-5029    www.sunshinecenterinc.org
 
The Arc of the Gulf Coast
Supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
(281) 245-3918    www.thearc.org
 
The Children's Center, Inc.
Provides support and independent living opportunities for children, youth and families experiencing homelessness, neglect, abandonment, or abuse.
(409) 765-5212    www.thechildrenscenterinc.org
 
The Salvation Army of Galveston County
Provides food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, and emergency shelter to people facing hardships.
(409) 935-1190    www.salvationarmytexas.org/galvestoncounty