Rappahannock United Way

3310 Shannon Park Dr., Fredericksburg, VA 22408    |    (540) 373-0041

Start right where you are

You don't need thousands of dollars in savings or a large income to start planning your financial future. All you need are a few goals, the confidence to get started and maybe some help along the way - which is where we come in.

Financial Coaching

We're here to help individuals and households reach their financial goals.  RUW offers free 1-on -1 Financial Coaching and  Financial Literacy Workshops on Saving, Debt, Budgeting and Credit. This is back -to -basics knowledge on personal finance. It's a great place to get started or to check in on your progress. 

Living On Your Own

Making moves to live on your own is thrilling and maybe a little scary. We have info to make the process little less intimidating - figuring out how you can afford your own place, buying a car, supplementing income, saving, playing off student loans and more!

Starting A New Job

CONGRATS on your new job! Let's get you started on the right foot - from understanding what your paycheck stub says, to signing up for direct deposit and more. We have all the information you need to make the most of your benefits. 

Starting A Family

However you choose to expand your family, we're here for you! That doesn't necessarily mean kids, either. Let's talk about moving in with your partner, building credit together and health insurance coverage. Want kids? We're here for that too- whichever path you choose to parenthood.  

Providing For Your Family

Do you have big college dreams for your kid(s)? Are you worried about caring for aging parents? How does that emergency fund look? We have some info that we think can help. 

Retirement

It's never too early OR late to make a plan for your retirement. The average American is expected to spend 20 years in retirement, according to the Department of Labor. Let's start making the most of where you're at now so that you are as secure as possible down the road.

End Of Life Planning

No one likes talking about end of life plans, but it's a very important conversation to have with yourself. Freewill.com is a free option to create your will and trust, Advance Healthcare Directive and even a Power of Attorney.

Prescription Savings

Health care coverage is one of the top concerns for people in our community. Rappahannock United Way is committed to helping increase access to affordable heath care and getting everyone the medicine they need. Many people who live and work in our community struggle to pay their bills and have to choose between getting the medicine they need and paying for food, rent or utilities.

Free Tax Preparation

Visit our Free Tax Preparation page to learn how Rappahannock United Way has changed our Tax Program to ensure the safety of our clients, volunteers and staff during the COVID-19 Pandemic. 

Together we work to build a community that is hopeful, resilient and self-sufficient.

We have one life. To live better, we must LIVE UNITED®