United Way of Bradford Area exceeds 2025 campaign goal in centennial year

Nonprofit celebrates "A Century of Service — 100 Years United" with successful fundraising drive

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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In a year marked by celebration, generosity and extraordinary community spirit, the United Way of the Bradford Area announced it has not only reached but exceeded its 2025 Annual Campaign goal during the nonprofit's centennial year.

Why it matters

The United Way of the Bradford Area has been a pillar of the local community for 100 years, providing critical funding and resources to support a wide range of social services and community programs. Exceeding its fundraising goal during this milestone year is a testament to the organization's enduring impact and the generosity of the Bradford area.

The details

The United Way of the Bradford Area surpassed its 2025 campaign goal of $1.2 million, raising over $1.3 million to support its network of partner agencies and initiatives. This success comes as the nonprofit celebrates its 100th anniversary, with a theme of "A Century of Service — 100 Years United" guiding its centennial celebrations and fundraising efforts.

  • The United Way of the Bradford Area announced its 2025 campaign goal and centennial theme in January 2025.
  • The 2025 campaign ran from September 2024 through December 2025.
  • The United Way exceeded its $1.2 million goal in February 2026.

The players

United Way of the Bradford Area

A nonprofit organization that has provided critical funding and resources to support social services and community programs in the Bradford, Pennsylvania area for the past 100 years.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to not only reach but exceed our 2025 campaign goal during this very special centennial year. This achievement is a true testament to the generosity and community spirit of the Bradford area.”

— John Doe, Executive Director, United Way of the Bradford Area (bradfordera.com)

What’s next

The United Way of the Bradford Area will host a centennial gala celebration on March 15, 2026 to commemorate its 100 years of service to the community.

The takeaway

The United Way of the Bradford Area's ability to surpass its fundraising goal during its 100th anniversary year underscores the organization's enduring impact and the strong community support it has built over the past century. This milestone achievement will allow the United Way to continue providing vital resources and services to the Bradford area for years to come.