Making an Impact
United Way of Rock River Valley unites the collective power of our community to improve lives; securing a better future for all.
Making an Impact
United Way of Rock River Valley unites the collective power of our community to improve lives; securing a better future for all
Helping Kids Read
Improving childhood literacy in Winnebago County.
211 Resource Line
Connecting people with resources when they need them…
Imagination Library
Free Monthly Books Delivered to Children Ages 0–5
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When we all come together, anything is possible!
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Community partnership aims to put books in the hands of Pre-K through 3rd grade readers across the Rock River Valley
ROCKFORD, IL — March 10, 2026 —…
YOU ALREADY KNOW THE WORDS. THAT'S THE POINT.
Nursery rhymes are one of the most powerful things you can do for your child's brain. You can do it…
Every Child Deserves to Fall in Love with Reading
Some kids fall in love with books early. They're the ones who beg for one more chapter, who ask…
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Our Community Impact
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Community organizations partnering in the United for…
276,238+
Children's books distributed in Winnebago County…
$1,000,000+
Invested in childhood literacy to date.
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Earth Day Citywide Cleanup in Rockford on April 22
Join us for a neighborhood cleanup across the communities where we work, live, and play.
How it works: You choose your location and time, or we'll assign you one — whatever works best for you. If you have a preference, note it in the Notes field when you sign up.
Supplies are provided…
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