White Plains, New York February 20, 2020- Nonprofit Westchester has announced that The United Way of Westchester and Putnam has become a member and sponsor of the County’s sole membership organization dedicated to advancing the interests of the nonprofit sector.

The United Way of Westchester and Putnam is dedicated to improving the lives of the people of Westchester, and today their efforts help the 40% of Westchester residents that live in poverty or paycheck to paycheck.  The United Way invests in education and training programs with proven results by providing direct services to those who struggle and by fostering collaborations with other community stakeholders, leaders and partners.  The United Way also operates a free, confidential 2-1-1 Helpline, providing information and referral services to residents in need 24/7, serving the entire lower Hudson Valley, and their work positively impacts tens of thousands of individuals and families every year.

“We are proud to partner with NPW and support their efforts to enhance the capacity building of the purpose driven organizations in our community, because only together can we make a difference in the lives of our neighbors in need” said Tom Gabriel, President and CEO, United Way of Westchester and Putnam. 

 “Nonprofit Westchester is fortunate to have United Way of Westchester and Putnam as both a member and sponsor” said Jan Fisher, Executive Director, Nonprofit Westchester.  “They have become a valuable thinking partner to me and NPW, and we are so appreciative of United Way's investment in the nonprofit sector.  Their leadership in bringing attention to and building opportunities for people living in poverty and near poverty is critical to the overall health and prosperity of our county.  NPW looks forward to achieving even greater impact together with United Way”. 

About Nonprofit Westchester

Nonprofit Westchester (NPW) is Westchester’s only membership organization dedicated solely to advancing and advocating for the needs and interests of the county's nonprofit sector and the people and communities they serve. Representing 180 nonprofit organizations and business members, the mission of NPW is to strengthen the visibility, capacity and impact of the nonprofit sector in Westchester County.

For more information, visit www.npwestchester.org.