United Way of Greater Houston
Non-profit OrganizationsTexas, United States201-500 Employees
United Way of Greater Houston is a regional nonprofit organization working to help residents thrive by safeguarding basic needs and responding to community crises. It provides life-saving services to meet essentials such as food and shelter and supports people facing challenges like job loss, domestic violence, and natural disasters. The organization also aims to foster financial stability, educational achievement for children, and veterans’ reintegration through access to resources and education, supported by the 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE, available 24/7. Based in Houston, Texas, the organization is situated within the nonprofit sector and emphasizes collaboration with community stakeholders to address the region’s most pressing needs. In May 2026, it announced the appointment of Mary Vazquez to a newly created chief role intended to unify two divisions under a single leader.