Programs & Services > Partner Agencies & Programs Funded

Albion Fellows Bacon Center

Mission: To eliminate domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Children’s Program
• Domestic Violence & Shelter Program

Executive Director: Candice Perry

P.O. Box 3164
Evansville, IN 47731-3164
(812) 422-9372

American Red Cross of Southwest Indiana

Mission: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement.

• Crisis Administration
• Blood & Tissue Service Program
• Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery Program
• Public Health Education & Safety Program
• Services to Military Families Program

Executive Director: Matt Bertram

29 S. Stockwell Rd.
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 471-7200

American Red Cross of Warrick County

Mission: The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

• Crisis Administration
• Blood & Tissue Service Program
• Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery Program
• Public Health Education & Safety Program
• Services to Military Families Program

Executive Director: Rhonda Wagner-Zuber

224 W. Main St., Suite 205
Boonville, IN 47601
(812) 897-0390

ARK Crisis Prevention Nursery

Mission: To keep children safe and strengthen families in stress.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Child Protection Program

Executive Director: Nancy Gump

415 Lincoln Ave.
Evansville, IN 47713
(812) 423-9425

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Ohio Valley

Mission: To provide positive adult role models for at-risk children to support them in becoming caring, competent and self-confident persons.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Adult & Child Surrogate Relationship Program

Executive Director: Linda Reed

P.O. Box 3071
Evansville, IN 47730
(812) 425-6076

Boy Scouts of America - Buffalo Trace Council

Mission: To serve others by helping to instill values in young people and in other ways prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• High Risk Troops Program
• Learning for Life Program
• Scout Reach & Urban Emphasis Program

Executive Director: John Harding

3501 East Lloyd Expressway
Evansville, IN 47715
(812) 423-5246

Boys & Girls Club of Evansville

Mission: The Boys & Girls Club of Evansville is a youth guidance agency utilizing positive principles of youth development in working with youth, six through 17 years of age from all backgrounds, but with special concern for those from disadvantaged circumstances to develop those qualities needed to become responsible and caring citizens.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Main Unit
• Fulton Square Satellite Program
• Fulton Square Matching Grant

Executive Director: Ron Ryan

P.O. Box 6311
Evansville, IN 47719
(812) 425-2311

Carver Community Organization

Mission: To promote community recreational, cultural, educational and social activities to serve all ages and both sexes and the development of interest and participation in character building programs and community betterment, and particularly including those services to the Black community of Evansville.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Administration
• Day Care for Preschool Program
• Finance Administration
• Infant & Toddler Day Care Program
• After School Outreach Program

Executive Director: David Wagner

400 SE 8th St.
Evansville, IN 47713
(812) 423-2612

Catholic Charities Bureau

Mission: We, the people of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Evansville, work as a community of Christians guided by the Scriptures and social teachings of the Church. We strengthen individuals, families and communities by assisting them in discovering and utilizing their gifts to achieve their goals and to serve the common good.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Crisis Management
• Community Outreach Program
• Counseling Program
• Family Independence Model
• School Counseling Program
• PEERS Program

Executive Director: Gayla Uebelhor

123 NW 4th St., Suite 603
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 423-5456

Christian Resource Center

Mission: To provide human and material resources to help those who are in need.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Comprehensive Emergency Assistance Program

Executive Director: Norma Duley

410 Main St.
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-4946

Crisis Connection

Mission: To work in partnership with communities to empower victims, survivors and persons affected by domestic and sexual violence through confidential crisis intervention, education and advocacy in Crawford, Dubois, Orange, Perry and Spencer counties.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Domestic Violence Assistance Program

Executive Director: Beth Stein

P.O. Box 903
Jasper, IN 47547
(812) 482-1555

Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center

Mission: To help individuals with disabilities achieve maximum independence.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Assistive Technology Program
• Audiology Technology Program
• Occupational Therapy Program
• Psychology Program
• Speech Pathology Program

Executive Director: Ray Raisor

3701 Bellemeade Ave.
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 479-1411

ECHO Community Health Care, Inc.

Mission: To provide affordable, accessible and appropriate primary health care to all individuals, including the uninsured, under insured and homeless.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Medical Intake Administration
• Prenatal Medical Prescription Plan
• Elderly & Disabled Primary Health Care Program
• Health Department Prescription Assistance Program

Executive Director: Sandy Strader-McMillan

501 John St., Suite 12
Evansville, IN 47713
(812) 436-0214

Evansville ARC, Inc.

Mission: To advance the value of and respect for individuals with disabilities by providing opportunities for development and independence in the community.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Personal, Social & Community Support Program
• Child Life Center

Executive Director: Deidra Connor

P.O. Box 4089
Evansville, IN 47724
(812) 428-4500

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Girl Scouts of the Southwest Indiana

Mission: Girl Scouting builds girls of confidence, courage and character, who make the world a better place.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Discovering You

Executive Director: Jan Davies

223 NW 2nd Street
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 421-4970

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Goodwill Family Center

Mission: To provide quality transitional housing opportunities and supportive services to meet the identified needs of homeless individuals and families, particularly those with children, with a fair, respectful, compassionate and professional environment, leading to economic self-sufficiency and an independent lifestyle.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Family Center Transitional Housing Program

Executive Director: Walt Koch

500 S. Green River Rd.
Evansville, IN 47715
(812) 474-2222

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Impact Christian Health Center

Mission: Our mission is to minister to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients in a loving Christian environment. Our primary purpose is to share Christ through a healing ministry. We are also committed to local community development, racial reconciliation and collaboration with others.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Medical & Dental Services Program
• Prescription Dispensing Program

Executive Director: Starr Martin

720 SE 8th St.
Evansville, IN 47713
(812) 426-6152

Lampion Center (formerly Family & Children’s Service)

Mission: To strengthen and improve the quality of individual, family and community life.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Assessment Administration
• Family Life Education & Community Service Project
• Counseling Program

Executive Director: Lynn Kyle

655 S. Hebron Ave.
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 471-1776

Legal Aid Society

Mission: To provide quality legal services to eligible residents of Vanderburgh County.

Program Funded by United Way:

• Civil Legal Aid Program

Executive Director: Sue Ann Hartig

1 NW Martin Luther King Blvd., Room 105
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 435-5173

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Mental Health America - Spencer County

Mission: To improve the quality of life for the citizens of Spencer County through education, volunteerism, support services and advocacy.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Christmas Gift List Program
• Psychotherapy Voucher Program
• Psychotherapy Medication Program
• Youth Advocacy Program

Executive Director: Natalie Bolin

13435 N. State Rd 245
Lamar, IN 47550
(812) 482-1555

Mental Health America - Vanderburgh County

Mission: The Mental Health Association of Vanderburgh County is a non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for the citizens of Vanderburgh & Warrick counties without prejudice or cost through education, volunteerism, support services and advocacy.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Emergency Supplemental Medication
• Support Groups

Interim Director: Jo Gilreath, LCSW

P.O. Box 3207
Evansville, IN 47731
(812) 426-2640

Outreach Ministries

Mission: To prevent hunger, prevent homelessness and to strengthen the family by providing emergency assistance for low-income individuals facing a financial crisis, and to educate and advocate for social change.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Crisis Management Administration
• Emergency Assistance Program

Executive Director: Amy Kroeger

734 W. Delaware St., Suite 216
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 464-1025

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The Salvation Army

Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Community Youth Center Program
• Emergency Family Shelter Program
• Social Services & Emergency Shelter Program
• Soup Kitchen Program

Executive Director: Captain David Minks

P.O. Box 4055
Evansville, IN 47724
(812) 425-1375

Spencer County Council on Aging

Mission: Spencer County Council on Aging has coordinated its efforts with the following organizations in Spencer County. Family and Social Services, Southern Indiana Resource Solutions, All Senior Housing, Miller's Merry Manor, Community Care Center, Professional Care Rehabilitation Center, Veterans, Handicapped individuals, and all other citizens of Spencer County that qualify for our Transportation and Homemaker Services. Our goal is to help Senior Citizens and Handicapped individuals in Spencer County maintain their independence.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Homemaker Program
• Transportation Service Program

Executive Director: Emily Neighbors

2792 N. US Hwy 231, Suite 200
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-9828

Spencer County Hospice

Mission: To provide high-quality physical, social, spiritual and emotional care for terminally ill people and their families that promotes comfort, enhances quality of life and meets the unique needs of each client/family through the process of illness, death and bereavement.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Hospice Program

Executive Director: Bridget Burns

225 Main St.
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-9151

St. Vincent’s Day Care Center

Mission: To provide quality child care for children in families most in need, offering multiple services, which help their children develop to their full potential while supporting each child and family structure in its diversity.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Infants & Toddler Day Care Program
• Preschool Day Care Program
• Family Counseling Program
• Health Administration

Executive Director: Sister Brenda Fritz

730 W. Delaware St.
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 424-4780

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Vanderburgh County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)

Mission: To represent the best interest of children involved in court proceedings through the court-appointed special advocate program.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Child Protection Program

Executive Director: Suzanne Draper

728 Court Street
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 424-5825

Vanderburgh County Council on Aging

Mission: To keep clients in their homes instead of being institutionalized because they could not keep up the maintenance of their homes.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Handyman Program

Executive Director: Robert Regel

650 S. Governor St.
Evansville, IN 47713
(812) 464-7813

Visiting Nurse Association

Mission: VNA provides professional and compassionate healthcare in your home and community. VNA brings care and support to people of all ages who are confronting disease, disability, or death. By improving the quality of life for individuals, VNA strengthens the health of our communities.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Home Health Care for Indigent Program

Executive Director: Gloria Horton

P.O. Box 3487
Evansville, IN 47734
(812) 425-3561

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VOICES

Mission: To protect the rights of recovery nursing home residents to be treated with dignity and respect and to receive services and treatments necessary to ensure the highest quality of life and care. To increase community awareness of issues related to the aging population and advocate for development of viable options in addition to nursing home placement.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Nursing Home Ombudsman Program

Executive Director: Michelle Motta

2425 Hwy 41 North, Suite 405
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 423-2927

YMCA of Southwestern Indiana

Mission: The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, Inc., following the examples of Jesus Christ, responds to community needs by serving all people, especially youth, through programs that promote healthy spirit, mind and body.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Camp Carson Scholarship Program
• Diamonds Outreach Program
• Y-CAP Program

Executive Director: Derrick Stewart

222 NW 6th St.
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 423-9622

Youth Service Bureau

Mission: To advocate for, and encourage the positive development of youth and to assist in the strengthening of families.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Crisis Line Program
• Healthy Families Program

Executive Director: Timothy Tharp

734 W. Delaware St., Suite 206
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 423-5816

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YWCA

Mission: The empowerment of women and the elimination of racism.

Programs Funded by United Way:

• Domestic Violence Shelter Program
• Domestic Violence Counseling for Children Program
• Transitional Housing Program
• Live Y’ers Program

Executive Director: Sylvia Weinzapfel

118 Vine St.
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 422-1191