Want to build and leverage partnerships for your 211? Learn more about how 211 Metro Chicago (United Way of Metro Chicago) developed partnerships with the Chicago, Cook County, and 20+ foundation partners to make 211 Metro Chicago possible. Handling more than 420K contacts in less than 2.5 years, 211 has built a service that's beneficial, integral, and responsive to the citizens and operations of the city and the county. Find out more about our unique funding structure (70% public and 30% private), and how it helps us build sustainable operations and staffing, and lets us innovate.