What is United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra? United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) is a local, independent nonprofit organization that holds itself accountable not just for action but also for results. We are driven by a commitment to make a real difference in the communities we serve and create lasting positive changes in people’s lives. We are guided by our mission statement: “We link the community’s
will and resources to improve lives.” Building on nearly 70 years of service, we seek to achieve our vision of “working together to build a better community” by: • Identifying our most pressing needs • Developing strategies that address these issues • Pulling together financial and human resources • Tackling these issues with innovative funding • Producing measurable results that will make a difference and improve people’s lives.