Needs Assessment Goal

The goal of the Sangamon County Community Needs Assessment was to create a tool the community, including nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, education institutions, churches and other community groups, could use for strategic planning and program development, a tool that reflected what the community identified as its most significant unmet needs. The results will better inform community decision makers on how critical issues can be addressed and it is hoped that it will be used by agencies and organizations to stimulate partnerships between those grappling with common problems.

How can you get involved in addressing the identified needs?

The United Way of Central Illinois has agreed to serve as a clearinghouse to facilitate discussions about how various groups and individuals can follow up on the findings of this study. The United Way can be contacted at 217-726-7000 or by email at unitedway@uwcil.org.