United Way for Jackson, George & Greene Counties (United Way JGGC) funds 16 health and human service agencies and programs in the local community. By giving to United Way JGGC, you are helping friends, families, and neighbors in our community succeed in life and receive help when they need it most. Below are the 16 member agencies and programs United Way JGGC currently funds:
Adrienne’s House
228-762-8267
- Provided 5,140 nights of service to 104 adults and 52 children fleeing domestic violence
- Served 15,420 meals
- Provided 150 individual counseling sessions and 173 group counseling sessions
- Offered 141 community education opportunities that reached 6,610 people
American Red Cross of Southeast MS
228-762-2455
- Provided emergency financial assistance to fire victim families in Jackson and George counties
- Provided case services to military families in Jackson and George counties
- Taught lifesaving First Aid/CPR classes to residents of Jackson and George counties
Boy Scouts of America (Pine Burr Area Council)
866-424-3188
- Served youths in Scouting programs
- Helped youths earn the rank of Eagle Scout
- Provided service hours with Scouts and adult leaders
Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County
228-762-3497
- Provided a 10-month after-school program and 6-8-week summer program
- Provides a full week for (both) School Intersession. Hours are from 8:00am -5:30pm.
- Served 302 registered members and 14 outreach members for a total of 316 members in 2025
- Taught character and leadership development, education and career development, health and life skills, arts, sports, fitness, recreation, technology, Stem and STREAM to youth between the ages of 5 and 18
- Employed 5 of our Boys & Girls Club Alumni college students through our Career Launch/Workforce Program
- Started the 1st Alumni Hall of Fame induction Ceremony in 2025
CASA of Southeast Mississippi
228-762-7370
- Provided 3,633 volunteer hours of direct services by 103 CASA volunteers
- Advocated for 126 abused and neglected children in Jackson, George & Greene counties
- Reunified 12 children with their families; 25 children found loving and forever homes through adoption; 54 children served and released from custody
- Helped “Change a Child’s Story” for 48% of the children in custody due to abuse and neglect
Catholic Charities of South Mississippi
1-855-847-0555
- Case managed 540 individuals, including budgeting and goal setting
- Provided $11,223 in direct assistance for housing to 16 families
- Provided $57,266 in direct assistance for utilities to 235 families
- Distributed 163,222 pounds of food to serve 131,827 individuals through our Food Bank partners
Gulf Coast Family Counseling
228-875-6113
- Provided more than 6,080 counseling sessions for 647 clients
- Served individuals, couples, and families
Health & Prescription Services
228-762-0364
- Assisted 273 individuals with the purchase of 474 prescriptions
- Provided more than 8,658 medically-related items such as walkers, diabetic supplies, wound care, and blood pressure machines
- Provided 4,001 referrals to other health and human service agencies
- Helped 17 individuals with free Narcan and/or entering treatment facility
Home of Grace
228-826-5283
- Served 440 men and women
- Led 130 people to professions of faith and baptism
- Had a 78% completion rate
Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA
228-875-5050
- Provided water safety education and free swim lessons to Jackson County 3rd grade students; provided 3,416 free swim lessons to help children gain essential swimming skills
- Awarded $5,600 in scholarships to individuals for childcare
- Served 571 participants in the Health Living Program to promote wellness and active lifestyles
- Engaged 1,500 participants through Y on the Fly community outreach program
Pregnancy Resources of Mississippi (PROMISS)
228-861-4243
- Served 3,175 center clients in Gautier and Lucedale
- Served 4,537 clients through the helplines
- Provided 44,318 baby and maternity items to parents through the Earn While You Learn Program
- Taught 4,966 parenting and prenatal lessons
- Administered 174 pregnancy tests and 76 ultrasounds
Rape Crisis Program
228-436-3809 or 24/7 Crisis Hotline 228-435-1968
- Served 51 individuals who have experienced sexual assault and/or human trafficking
- Provided 612 services
- Held 38 Outreach Education Events with 7,761 attendees
Singing River Services
601-495-3010
- Served adults with ID/DD in the areas of Supported Employment; Supervised and supported Living and Day Services
- Maintained Supported Employment services for the ID/DD who are employed in the community and maintained job development services for others who are learning job skills or seeking employment
- Supported adults in social engagement within the community with monthly outings and other community events
South Mississippi Mental Health Center
From 1 July through 31 December
228-283-4140
- Provided 1,245 new intake appointments
- Assisted with 1,388 medication reconciliations
- Helped 139 individuals through mobile outreach
- Provided 43 psychiatric evaluations
The Salvation Army
228-762-7222
- Distributed and donated 114,175 pounds of food
- Served 6,088 persons through social service programs
- Provided 11,201 food boxes through the food pantry
- Served 160 people through social service programs in George County
- Provided energy assistance in George County totaling $2,688
United Way Community Resources Center
228-762-8557
- Provided 5,401 referrals for assistance
- Aided 82 individuals and families with direct assistance totaling $29,535
(This information is current as of May 2026.)