In 1926, the Joplin Community Chest was incorporated in Missouri.  

In the 100 years that followed, this small local movement grew and 
expanded across Southwest Missouri, 
joining efforts with those hard at work in Southeast Kansas, 
to become the United Way of Southwest Missouri & Southeast Kansas. 

Driven by local leaders and supported by local individuals and businesses, 
United Way has raised millions of dollars to help thousands of your neighbors in need...  

As we thank all those who came before for a century of service, 
we look forward to ways to continue expanding our impact right now
 to build a brighter future for all.

In honor of 100 years of giving, 

will you pledge to give 100 today?

Whether you give dollars, volunteer hours, donations of canned goods or books,
 or something else...every little bit helps your community!

In honor of 100 YEARS UNITED 
and all those who came before us 
in generosity and service, 
I pledge to Give 100 this year by...