United Way of Hartsville

What United Way of Hartsville does

United Way of Greater Hartsville is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1959 (originally as United Fund of Hartsville) and headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina, serving all of Darlington County since absorbing the former Darlington United Way in 2023. The organization mobilizes individual donations, corporate contributions, and foundation grants to fund both in-house direct-service programs and grants to ~14 community partner organizations. Core programs span health, education, and financial stability pillars and include bed distribution (Sweet Dreams, 1,548 beds since 2013), coat distribution (Coats4Kids, 3,957 coats since 2014), filled backpacks for students (1,493 since 2016), disaster assistance, infant/child support, senior and veteran assistance, homeless assistance, and a newly launched Home Repair Program for qualified seniors, disabled, and veterans. Since 2013 the organization has distributed over $2.2M in grants to community partners and, in 2025 alone, assisted 690+ community members.

The organization operates a community-led, event-driven go-to-market model with no state or federal funding; revenue is sourced from individual donations, corporate partners (Sonoco, SPC Credit Union, Duke Energy, Byerly Foundation, Sandhills Roofing), and in-kind contributions. Distribution is direct: a recently purchased 3,000 sq. ft. owned building serves as the hub for in-office programs and intake, while SC 211 provides 24/7 referral services. Donor and beneficiary engagement run through a Squarespace-hosted website with a designated-program donation portal, an active Facebook page, a quarterly email newsletter, and Speaker/Event outreach to community organizations. Technology is minimal and explicitly characterized as not applicable to a community-services nonprofit; there are no AI/ML systems, mobile apps, or proprietary platforms.

The business model is a hybrid fundraising + grant-making + direct-service delivery operation. Pricing is N/A (all contributions are voluntary); rather than a revenue model, the relevant throughput metric is dollars raised and re-granted plus units of in-kind assistance delivered. Operationally the organization runs on a lean ~5-person team led by an Executive Director (12-year incumbent Joann DeLong, with Amy Morris named Incoming Executive Director) and governed by a volunteer board including representation from SPC Credit Union, Duke Energy, and Sonoco.

Name

United Way of Hartsville

Legal name

United Way of Greater Hartsville

Website

https://unitedwayofgreaterhartsville.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Short description

United Way of Greater Hartsville is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1959 that funds and directly delivers health, education, and financial-stability programs across Darlington County, South Carolina, relying entirely on private donations and grants with no state or federal funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Human Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Health & Prevention Program Funding (HLAJALAF), Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

Keywords

• Community human services
• Emergency assistance programs
• Community fundraising
• Disaster relief services
• Family support programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Hartsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Monetary donations from individual community members supporting specific programs or general operations. Donors can designate which program their donation impacts when giving through the website.
2. Corporate and Foundation Grants: Grants from corporate partners like SPC Cares Foundation, Byerly Foundation, and other organizations. Includes matching gift programs where foundations match individual donations dollar-for-dollar.
3. In-Kind Donations: Donations of gently used items (clothing, furniture, household goods) and new items (beds, coats, backpacks) that support various programs. Items are distributed to those in need rather than sold.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

United Way of Greater Hartsville is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that funds and operates direct-service community programs in Darlington County, South Carolina, focused on health, education, and financial stability. It runs more than a dozen in-office assistance programs (e.g., Sweet Dreams bed program, Coats4Kids, filled backpacks, disaster assistance, grocery and medical gas cards, senior and veteran assistance, and a Home Repair Program) and distributes grants to 14 community partner organizations delivering additional services such as food, housing, and utilities. The organization is funded entirely by private donations, corporate gifts, and foundation grants and does not receive state or federal funding.

Product overview

United Way of Greater Hartsville operates as a non-profit community service organization offering a portfolio of direct-impact programs focused on three pillars: Health, Education, and Financial Stability. The organization runs over ten in-office programs including bed distribution (Sweet Dreams), coat donations (Coats4Kids), school supply assistance (Filled Backpacks), disaster relief, infant/child assistance, medical equipment and gas cards, Christmas programs (Make Christmas Merry and Dear Santa), home repair, and senior/veteran assistance. The organization also partners with community organizations to provide food, housing, safety, and medical resources. The organization does not receive state or federal funding and relies entirely on community donations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sweet Dreams Bed and bedding donation program providing beds to children, seniors, and disaster victims in Darlington County who do not have a bed to sleep on. Since 2013, 1,548 beds have been delivered.
• Coats4Kids Coat donation program providing new and gently used coats, hats, and gloves to children, seniors, and disaster victims during colder months. Since 2014, 3,957 coats have been distributed.
• Middle & High School Filled Backpacks School supply program providing heavy-duty, filled backpacks to middle and high school students in need. Since 2016, 1,493 filled backpacks have been given.
• Disaster Assistance Emergency assistance program helping victims of house fires, natural disasters, and other disasters by providing clothing, furniture, household items, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products. Since 2013, 1,543 neighbors have been helped.
• Infant & Child Assistance Program providing clothing, coats, baby formula, diapers, wipes, books, and stuffed animals to families with infants and school-age children in need.
• Emergency Grocery Cards Program providing grocery cards to families in emergency situations due to unexpected circumstances, often paired with Disaster Assistance.
• Medical Gas Cards & Equipment Program providing gently used medical equipment (power scooters, wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds) and gas cards for individuals unable to afford transportation to medical appointments, particularly cancer treatment.
• Make Christmas Merry Free Christmas shopping event for recent disaster victims who are working to recover. Parents choose 6 primary gifts, stocking stuffers, and pajamas for their children. 528 children have received gifts.
• Dear Santa Program allowing school-aged children to request gifts such as heat, a bed, food, glasses, new shoes, or warm coats.
• Home Repair Program Program providing roof repairs and replacements for qualified Seniors, Disabled, and Veterans with failing roofs. Partners with Duke Energy for energy efficiency assessments and Sandhills Roofing for discounted labor.
• Senior & Veteran Assistance Program connecting Seniors and Veterans with food services, housing, utility assistance, and other resources. Includes the seasonal Heaters & ACs for Seniors initiative.
• Homeless Assistance Program providing warm coats, hats, gloves, sleeping bags, and hygiene kits to community members experiencing homelessness.
• 211 Resources Referral Partnership with SC 211 providing a free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral service connecting South Carolinians to essential health and human services, available by phone (211), text, and online.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,548 beds provided to children and seniors since 2013
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Duke EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Duke Energy partnered with the Home Repair Program to assess homeowners for energy efficiency needs. When qualified homeowners are approved, Duke Energy provides new windows, door and window seals, insulation replacement or install, and HVAC repairs at no cost to the homeowner. Board member Lauren Griggs represents Duke Energy on United Way board.
• Sandhills Roofing / Ricky AndersoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSandhills Roofing, through owner Ricky Anderson, has partnered with United Way to complete roof repairs and replacements at significantly discounted rates for the Home Repair Program, helping maximize the impact of donated funds.
• SC 211coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with South Carolina 211 to connect community members to essential health and human services. SC 211 is a free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral service available by phone (211), text (211-211), and online at sc211.org.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• United Way Worldwide: National umbrella organization that affiliates with UWGH and 1,100+ other local United Ways across the U.S. It is the parent brand and shared infrastructure provider, giving UWGH access to brand recognition, donor tools, and 211 network integration.

Direct peers

• Goodwill Industries International: National nonprofit providing workforce development, financial stability, and community-based services to low-income populations. Comparable mission focus on financial stability and serving individuals/families in poverty, with similar donor-driven revenue model.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth development nonprofit providing after-school programs, mentoring, and academic enrichment. UWGH lists a local Boys & Girls Club as a funded partner, evidencing overlapping youth-and-family service portfolios.
• American Red Cross: National humanitarian organization providing disaster relief, emergency assistance, and health/safety training. Directly comparable to UWGH's Disaster Assistance program and emergency-response role within local communities.
• Catholic Charities USA: National faith-based social services network providing food, housing, financial assistance, and case management to individuals and families in need. Comparable integrated service model covering basic needs, financial stability, and disaster support.
• YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee (Hartsville): Local YMCA serving Hartsville and Darlington County with youth programs, wellness services, and community engagement. UWGH actively funds Hartsville YMCA programs, making it both a partner and a structural peer providing community-based services in the same geography.
• The Salvation Army: National faith-based nonprofit providing direct social services including food, housing, disaster relief, and seasonal assistance (coats, toys). UWGH already lists Salvation Army among its funded community partners, indicating overlapping service models and target populations in Darlington County.
• Habitat for Humanity (Darlington County affiliate): Nonprofit housing organization addressing homeownership and home repair for low-income families. UWGH already funds the local affiliate and runs a Home Repair Program directly, making it a close operational peer in the housing-stability pillar.

Regional players

• United Way of Greenville County: Larger South Carolina-based United Way affiliate operating with a substantially bigger budget, more staff, and a broader donor/partner network. Functions as a peer at the United Way model level but does not compete geographically with UWGH.

Others

• SC 211 (United Way Association of South Carolina): Free 24/7 statewide information and referral service connecting South Carolinians to health and human services. Functions as an infrastructure partner that UWGH already leverages to direct clients to appropriate resources.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/UWHartsville

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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