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Supporting Positive Relationships with Youth in East Charlotte Through Mentorship & Education
September 21, 2022
It’s hard to grasp just how important community is until you need it most. That’s why Promise Youth Development brings youth in East Charlotte together…
Deloitte and United Way: Working Together for the Common Good
I’m proud of the way Deloitte engages in community-building activities both here in the Carolinas and around the U.S. I’m particularly proud of our 30-plus-year…
Identifying the Needs of Residents in Anson County
September 9, 2022
In January 2022, a diverse committee of Anson County residents and community leaders was created to identify areas of need where United Way funding can…
Making a Greater Impact on Residents in Union County
September 1, 2022
At the beginning of 2022, a diverse committee of Union County community members came together to identify key areas of need where United Way funding…
Rounding Out the School Year with Character Education
August 22, 2022
Students spend a large portion of their lives in a classroom, learning about math, history, english and other academic subjects. However, there are things in…
Education and Mentorship Services in the Charlotte Region
United Way of Central Carolinas funds nonprofits in the Charlotte region in order to improve economic mobility, advance racial equity and ensure everyone has the…
The Importance of Place-Based Work
August 12, 2022
“We invest in neighborhoods because we believe that you all know exactly what you need in your communities and you just need some support to…
Aligning with the Community’s Needs in Cabarrus County
August 3, 2022
No one knows Cabarrus County like its local community members. That’s why people from across the county joined together to identify the areas where United…
Focusing on Needs Identified by Community Members Across Counties
August 1, 2022
To solve the complex issues we face in our community, we start with making sure our neighbors have what they need to survive. When individuals…
Breaking Down Barriers for Women in the Skilled Trades
July 27, 2022
“It’s not just swinging a hammer,” said Corporate Partnerships Manager Marion Pulse from She Built This City, a local nonprofit seeking equity for women in…