Community volunteers work together to participate in allocating dollars to services. They analyze various community reports and study funding applications from agencies. Before making their final recommendations, volunteers also visit each agency.

When the recommendations are approved by United Way’s Board of Directors, dollars are disbursed to fund programs and services provided by member agencies.

The services funded are carefully selected to ensure your dollars are producing results. We pay close attention to the results for two reasons. First, we know our donors are results-focused, and they want their dollars to make a difference. Second, we know the services we fund will change the kinds of needs that exist in our community.

The Community Way process is a constant process. After funds are distributed to services, Spokane County United Way goes back to the community assessment where new priorities emerge.