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How 1,000 Volunteers Joined United Way to Honor Dr. King
January 22, 2020
Audrey Johnson and Briell McCoy love giving back to their community. Wanting to get involved through service during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday,…
Let’s Chat! United Way Shares Its Focus on Financial Stability
January 17, 2020
United Way of Central Carolinas joined United Ways across the country on January 15, 2020 for a #UnitedWayChat Twitter discussion to share how we’re helping…
Making It Count: The 2020 U.S. Census
January 13, 2020
Have you heard about the 2020 Census? Census Day is April 1, 2020 and we’re spreading the word about how important the census is to…
Reflections of a United Way Campaign Associate: Ryan Harris
January 6, 2020
Campaign associates function as extensions of United Way’s Resource Development team in coordinating employee fundraising campaigns and soliciting employee pledges throughout the Charlotte region. Although…
Answering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Call to Serve
December 27, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas will celebrate the life, legacy and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with its annual MLK Call to Service…
Year in Review: United Way’s Biggest Impact Moments of 2019
December 18, 2019
From giving and volunteering, to impacting and advocating, it has been a busy year at United Way of Central Carolinas. As we look forward to…
Season’s Greetings from United Way’s President and CEO
December 16, 2019
Dear United Way Family, As 2019 draws to an end, I want to wish you and your family a very happy holiday and best…
Reflections of a United Way Campaign Associate: Elena Suarez
December 13, 2019
Campaign associates function as extensions of United Way’s Resource Development team in coordinating employee fundraising campaigns and soliciting employee pledges throughout the Charlotte region. Although…
3 New Year’s Resolutions United Way Can Help You Keep
December 10, 2019
For many people, New Year’s resolutions are an opportunity to resolve to make changes, accomplish goals and improve lives. Need a little inspiration for…
United Way and ACC Celebrate 20+ Years of Partnership
December 8, 2019
The first weekend of December brings together the community’s love of college football and helping children in the greater Charlotte region succeed. United Way…
Reflections of a United Way Loaned Executive: Tyshanna Wallace
December 2, 2019
Loaned executives come to United Way “on loan” from companies and organizations to assist in coordinating fundraising strategies, volunteer support and donor cultivation throughout the…
Reflections of a United Way Campaign Associate: Hannah Marsh
November 22, 2019
Campaign associates function as extensions of United Way’s Resource Development team in coordinating employee fundraising campaigns and soliciting employee pledges throughout the Charlotte region. Although…
United Way to Usher in New Year in New Charlotte Location
November 15, 2019
United Way is moving! In early January 2020, United Way of Central Carolinas will settle into its new space at the Children and Family…
The Power of Collective Giving on #GivingTuesday
November 8, 2019
For anyone who ever wished to have the power to make a really big impact on their community, Giving Tuesday is an opportunity to do…
Join United Way and the ACC to win big for education
November 5, 2019
You’re invited! This December, join the Atlantic Coast Conference and United Way of Central Carolinas for an evening of football fun while supporting children…
Putting power in our neighborhoods
November 1, 2019
This blog post is a companion piece to Care Ring’s “Seeking the Heart” podcast series in which the nonprofit talks with leaders from across the…
Reflections of a United Way Campaign Associate: Mac Ingland
October 28, 2019
Campaign associates function as extensions of United Way’s Resource Development team in coordinating employee fundraising campaigns and soliciting employee pledges throughout the Charlotte region. Although…
Ways to Give Back with United Way This Season
October 16, 2019
Behind all United Way’s work, there are people like you who get involved in significant ways to ensure a better future for children, families and…
United Way Hi.Tech Shootout Marks 20th Year With a Hole in $1.18M
October 10, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas, in partnership with co-hosts Bank of America, BB&T, and Wells Fargo, celebrated the 20th anniversary for the Hi.Tech Shootout golf…
UNITED WAY RAISES NEARLY $270,000 FOR LAKE ARBOR RESIDENTS
September 16, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas raised more than $267,000 during a special appeal to the public in support of Lake Arbor apartment residents, who received…
Let’s Chat! United Way Shares Its Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
September 12, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas joined United Ways across the country on September 12, 2019 for a #UnitedWayChat Twitter discussion to share how we’re committed…
United Way Raising Funds to Support Lake Arbor Residents in Charlotte
August 27, 2019
The Issue On July 30, 2019 residents at 177 apartments at the Lake Arbor property in Mecklenburg County were informed via letter of the…
United Way’s Day of Caring Shows Giving Spirit Across Union County
August 25, 2019
It isn’t hard to see the passion, commitment and hard work volunteers show in Union County. Most recently, the community’s giving spirit was visible…
Charlotte companies, volunteers join Live United Day back-to-school prep
August 18, 2019
Preparing for a new academic year can be tedious for school staff like Nelda Smith, the media specialist at South Charlotte Middle School who oversees…
Back-to-School: Strong Attendance Leads to Student Success
July 30, 2019
The more kids are at school, the more opportunities they have to learn and build the skills and knowledge they need for life. In…