United We RISE

Established in December 2024, RISE advances the United Way mission by uniting people and resources across our six-county region—strengthening relationships with impact leaders and elevating awareness of critical community needs through meaningful, hands-on engagement.

As a united front, we foster innovation & resource development, drive volunteerism, and champion advocacy to improve lives and strengthen our community.

We encourage you to consider joining our "RISE" community, which aims to boost the United Way of Fort Smith Area’s efforts! Meanwhile, you will gain access to exclusive service projects, networking, and appreciation events—all serving the mission of uniting people and resources in our six counties!

The growing participation reflected in our campaign underscores the value of initiatives like these and the vital role they play in expanding our collective impact in 2026. In the year ahead, the United Way of Fort Smith Area will host quarterly RISE and Breakfast Club events, along with our elevated annual campaign celebration, Daybreak!

We invite you to consider partnering with us on these meaningful opportunities as we support and empower the individuals and organizations driving lasting impact and engagement across our community.