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Ally Financial, Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation, Duke Energy Foundation, EY and Knight Foundation give combined $2 million to COVID-19 Response Fund
Mar 27, 2020
The COVID-19 Response Fund launched by United Way of Central Carolinas and Foundation For The Carolinas reaches over $13M with gifts from Ally Financial, the Duke Energy Foundation, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Ernst & Young and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation.
Read ArticleCOVID-19 Response Fund awards nearly $3 million to 14 local nonprofits aiding victims of coronavirus crisis in first round of grants
Mar 27, 2020
Nearly $3 million has been awarded to 14 nonprofits in the first round of grants from the COVID-19 Response Fund, launched by United Way of Central Carolinas and Foundation for the Carolinas.
Read ArticleCoca-Cola Consolidated adds $1 million to COVID-19 Response Fund, raising overall total to more than $11 million
Mar 26, 2020
Coca-Cola Consolidated announced it is donating $1 million to the COVID-19 Response Fund, a community-wide effort to assist those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read ArticleC.D. Spangler Foundation and National Gypsum add $1 million to COVID-19 Response Fund
Mar 25, 2020
The C.D. Spangler Foundation and National Gypsum announced a $1 million commitment to the COVID-19 Response Fund, a community-wide effort to assist those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read ArticleCarolina Panthers Owner David Tepper and Bank of America each commit $1 million to COVID-19 Response Fund
Mar 19, 2020
The David A. Tepper Charitable Foundation and Bank of America each announced they are donating $1 million apiece to the COVID-19 Response Fund, a community-wide effort to assist those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read ArticleDais X commits $15,000 to COVID-19 Response Fund supporting City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County community members impacted by coronavirus
Mar 18, 2020
Charlotte-based Dais X is donating $15,000 to a community-wide fund launched by Foundation For the Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas to assist those affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
Read Dais X ArticleNC 2-1-1 to Provide Assistance for COVID-19
Mar 18, 2020
Governor Roy Cooper has announced that 2-1-1 is the number to call for assistance and resources related to the COVID-19 coronavirus. United Way of Central Carolinas has continued to provide support to bring 2-1-1 to the Charlotte region.
Read ArticleThe Howard R. Levine Foundation and Truist Financial Corporation each commit $1 million to COVID-19 Response Fund
Mar 17, 2020
The Howard R. Levine Foundation and Truist Financial Corporation announced Tuesday that they are donating $1 million each to the COVID-19 Response Fund, a community-wide effort to assist those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read ArticleHow you can help Charlotte community during coronavirus pandemic
Mar 17, 2020
United Way of Central Carolinas and Foundation for the Carolinas have partnered to launch the COVID-19 Response Fund.
Read WSOC ArticleCOVID-19 Response Fund launches with $2 million donation
Mar 17, 2020
Charlotte-based LendingTree announced Monday that it is donating $1 million to a community-wide fund to assist those affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
Read Q City Metro ArticleLendingTree makes $1 million commitment to launch community-wide fund aiding those affected by COVID-19 crisis
Mar 16, 2020
Foundation For The Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas launch the COVID-19 Response Fund to support a range of organizations assisting members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community, particularly those most vulnerable.
Read ArticleCommunity efforts underway to help families impacted amid coronavirus closures
Mar 16, 2020
United Way and the Foundation for the Carolinas is launching a community-wide fund to help people impacted if, for instance, their place of work shuts down. The fund will distribute money through grants to area non-profits.
Watch WCCB CoverageLendingTree makes $1M commitment to launch community-wide fund aiding those affected by COVID-19 crisis
Mar 16, 2020
Charlotte-based LendingTree announced Monday that it is donating $1 million to a community-wide fund to assist those affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Foundation For The Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas are launching the COVID-19 Response Fund to support a range of organizations assisting members of the community, particularly those most vulnerable.
Watch WCCB CoverageCounty leaders provide updates as local COVID-19 cases rise to 7
Mar 16, 2020
Later in the afternoon at yet another press conference, this one featuring city leaders, representatives of the Foundation for the Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas announced the launch of the COVID-19 Response Fund in coordination with the city and the county to help support local communities most vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19 by funding nonprofits that serve those communities.
Read Queen City Nerve ArticleNew Charlotte fund to help residents impacted by COVID-19
Mar 16, 2020
Charlotte city leaders announced a community-wide fund to help residents negatively impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Watch WCNC CoverageMecklenburg County to ban gatherings of 50 or more as coronavirus count rises
Mar 16, 2020
Online financial services firm LendingTree announced a $1 million donation, which the city said it would match, to a new community fund to aid organizations that work with those affected by the virus. Foundation for the Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas launched the COVID-19 Response Fund.
Read The Charlotte Observer ArticleLendingTree, city start COVID-19 relief fund with $2M in gifts
Mar 16, 2020
LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda donated $1 million through his company foundation to jump-start a coronavirus relief fund Monday afternoon. He disclosed the gift as part of a news conference with Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles that included a matching gift by local government.
Read Charlotte Business Journal ArticleCoronavirus Live Local Updates
Mar 16, 2020
The U.S. has more than 4,660 cases and businesses, education, sports and more are being impacted as leaders continue to move to stricter measures to contain the coronavirus.
Read WSOC Article‘Together, we will face this crisis’: Fund to help those in Charlotte impacted by coronavirus
Mar 16, 2020
A community-wide fund announced Monday will help those affected by the coronavirus crisis in Charlotte. LendingTree announced it is donating $1 million to the “COVID-19 Response Fund,” which is overseen by Foundation For the Carolinas and United Way of Central Carolinas.
Read WSOC ArticleCity, nonprofit, corporate aid to alleviate coronavirus losses
Mar 16, 2020
Charlotte’s public and private sectors are stepping up to lessen the economic burden of those impacted by coronavirus.
Read The Charlotte Post ArticleLendingTree, Charlotte City Council pledge $2 million in fund amid coronavirus outbreak
Mar 16, 2020
Charlotte-based LendingTree donated $1 million to kickstart a fundraising effort announced Monday to assuage economic blows to residents amid the novel coronavirus outbreak — a gift that Mayor Vi Lyles said the City Council will match.
Watch The Charlotte Observer CoverageLendingTree, Charlotte City Council pledge $2 million to coronavirus response fund
Mar 16, 2020
Charlotte-based LendingTree and Charlotte City Council are giving a combined $2 million to a community-wide fund to assist Mecklenburg County community members affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
Watch WBTV CoverageGreerWalker recognized for United Way support
Feb 29, 2020
City of Charlotte and GreerWalker LLP were named Spirit of North Carolina Award winners for their support of United Way’s work.
Read South Charlotte Weekly ArticleHarris Teeter recognized for United Way support
Feb 22, 2020
Harris Teeter won a Spirit of North Carolina Award for its support of United Way’s work.
Read Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly ArticleATI Specialty Materials recognized for United Way support
Feb 22, 2020
ATI Specialty Materials won a Spirit of North Carolina Award for its support of United Way’s work. A panel of 25 judges representing United Way organizations across North Carolina reviewed more than 40 nominations to select this year’s winners, who were recognized at a luncheon Feb. 19 in Pinehurst.
Read Carolina Weekly ArticleATI Specialty Materials honored by United Way
Feb 20, 2020
United Way of Central Carolinas (UWCC) announced Thursday (Feb. 20) they are honoring five local companies with their Spirit of North Carolina Award. Among the recipients is Union County’s ATI Specialty Materials.
Read The Enquirer Journal ArticleFive Local Companies Honored at United Way Spirit of North Carolina Awards
Feb 20, 2020
ATI Specialty Materials, City of Charlotte, GreerWalker LLP, Harris Teeter and Regions Bank have been named Spirit of North Carolina Award winners for their support of United Way of Central Carolinas’ work across the Charlotte region.
Read ArticleWith Lake Arbor About To Be Sold, Judge Backs Tenants’ Legal Request
Feb 13, 2020
Social service agencies have been trying to find housing for those displaced by the shutdown of Lake Arbor. As of this week, 88 of 128 families they’ve interviewed were in new housing, according to the United Way’s Kathryn Firmin-Sellers.
Read WFAE ArticleElevate Health Welcomes Selected DASH Mentorship Mentees from Across the Nation
Feb 10, 2020
United Way of Central Carolinas has been selected as a mentee for Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH), a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation that helps local collaborations advance their efforts to share and use multi-sector data to improve community health.
Read Elevate Health ArticleNonprofits to gain deeper understanding of equity
Feb 07, 2020
A dozen nonprofits across the region will join United Way of Central Carolinas’ new Racial Equity Learning Community, which is designed to provide best practices for applying an equity lens to their work.
Read South Charlotte Weekly ArticleUnited Way offering Racial Equity Learning Community
Feb 06, 2020
As part of United Way of Central Carolinas’ commitment to elevating diverse perspectives, championing inclusive programs and advancing equitable outcomes, this month a dozen nonprofit partners across the Charlotte region will join United Way’s new Racial Equity Learning Community.
Read The Enquirer Journal ArticleUnited Way Elevates Racial Equity Focus with New Learning Community
Feb 05, 2020
As part of United Way of Central Carolinas’ commitment to elevating diverse perspectives, championing inclusive programs and advancing equitable outcomes, this month a dozen nonprofit…
Read ArticleAs 2020 begins, many Lake Arbor residents still looking for new homes
Jan 21, 2020
The initial deadline for tenants to leave their apartments at Lake Arbor passed as the new year began, but the slow work to find stable housing for some of Charlotte’s most vulnerable residents is far from over. More than six months later relocation work continues, said Laura Yates Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Central Carolinas.
Read The Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way holds service events to honor life, legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 18, 2020
More than 1,000 people in Charlotte came to find ways to help their community and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the United Way MLK Call to Service.
Watch WSOC CoverageUnited Way honors MLK through service
Jan 10, 2020
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 on Jan. 18 from noon to 2 p.m. at The Park Expo & Conference Center.
Read South Charlotte Weekly StoryUnited Way MLK Call to Service Honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dec 19, 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 on Saturday, January 18 from noon until 2 p.m. at The Park Expo & Conference Center in Charlotte.
Read ArticleACC and United Way of Central Carolinas Continue to Support Student Literacy
Dec 06, 2019
The Atlantic Coast Conference and United Way of Central Carolinas once again partner to support student literacy through the ACC United Way Reading Challenge, a charitable initiative which began in 2015 and is directly connected to the ACC Football Championship Game played annually at Bank of America Stadium on the first Saturday in December.
Read ACC StoryFinding Home: As Lake Arbor Tenants Find Housing, More Displacements Expected In City
Dec 02, 2019
One of Charlotte’s biggest housing stories this year has been the effort to find homes for hundreds of displaced residents at Lake Arbor apartments in west Charlotte. About half the tenants have left or been evicted since the owners announced plans to shut down and renovate the complex by the end of the year. Some have found housing, but for others, the search continues.
Read WFAE StoryNINE CHARLOTTE PROJECTS TO FOSTER A MORE CONNECTED, VIBRANT AND PROSPEROUS HISTORIC WEST END, WITH NEARLY $700,000 FROM KNIGHT FOUNDATION
Oct 23, 2019
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced nearly $700,000 in new funding for nine projects aimed at expanding economic opportunity, supporting resident engagement, and increasing vibrancy in Charlotte’s Historic West End. The new funding brings Knight’s total investment in West Charlotte to over $5 million since 2015.
Read Knight Foundation StoryHistoric West End receives money to help preserve, grow neighborhood
Oct 23, 2019
As Charlotte rapidly grows, a long underserved part of town is getting a big boost to help people find homes and preserve the treasured history of their community.
Read WCNC StoryKnight Foundation gives $700,000 for projects focused on Historic West End
Oct 23, 2019
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation announced today that it will provide $700,000 to fund nine projects aimed at helping residents of the Historic West End play a greater role in shaping the rapidly gentrifying area located five minutes west of Uptown.
Read QCity Metro StoryGrassroots Organizers Rally Around Displaced Lake Arbor Residents
Sep 26, 2019
United Way representatives have stated that the organization is working on more long-term assistance options for residents.
Read Queen City Nerve StoryThe long history of racist hate mail in Charlotte
Sep 26, 2019
More than 4,000 people responded by signing the “CLT 2019 Unity Letter,” which ran as an ad across three full pages in the Charlotte Observer on Sept. 8, as well as in the Charlotte Post and La Noticia.
Read The Charlotte Observer StoryCommunity campaign nets $267K for Lake Arbor residents aid
Sep 19, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas has raised more than $267,000 to support Lake Arbor apartment residents make the transition to new homes.
Read The Charlotte Post StoryFunds roll in for Lake Arbor tenants, but most are still looking for new homes
Sep 18, 2019
United Way Central Carolinas announced it’s raised nearly $270,000 for tenants at Lake Arbor, the apartment complex beset by code violations that is removing its tenants to renovate.
Read The Charlotte Observer StoryNonprofit Raising Money To Help Tenants Displaced From West Charlotte Apartments
Sep 17, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas officials say they have raised nearly $270,000 to help residents displaced from the Lake Arbor apartment complex in west Charlotte. United Way Director and CEO Laura Clark says the funds will be used for a variety of needs.
Read WFAE StoryUnited Way raises nearly $270,000 for Lake Arbor residents
Sep 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 notices to vacate the property beginning August 31.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way raises nearly $270,000 for Lake Arbor residents
Sep 16, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announced on Monday that nearly $270,000 has been given to its Critical Need Relief Fund during a special appeal to the public in support of Lake Arbor apartment residents.
Read Fox 46 StoryUnited Way Raises Nearly $270,000 for Lake Arbor Residents
Sep 16, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas is excited to announce that it raised more than $267,000 during a special appeal to the public in support of Lake Arbor apartment residents, who received notices to vacate the property beginning August 31, 2019.
Read ArticleGift helps Lake Arbor residents with housing transition Funds go to United Way for resident support
Sep 04, 2019
A Charlotte couple has donated $100,000 to help Lake Arbor apartment residents relocating to new homes.
Read The Charlotte Post StoryCharlotte couple donates $100,000 to assist Lake Arbor residents
Sep 03, 2019
The United Way of Central Carolinas announced on Tuesday a Charlotte couple is donating $100,000 as a gift in support of Lake Arbor residents who received notices to vacate the property beginning on Saturday, Aug. 31.
Read FOX 46 ArticleUnited Way announces $100,000 donation to Lake Arbor effort
Sep 03, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announced a $100,000 gift from Charlotte residents Andrea and Sean Smith in support of Lake Arbor apartment residents who received notices to vacate the property beginning Saturday, Aug. 31.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way Announces $100,000 Donation to Lake Arbor Effort
Sep 03, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas is pleased to announce a $100,000 gift from Charlotte residents Andrea and Sean Smith in support of Lake Arbor apartment residents who received notices to vacate the property beginning August 31, 2019.
Read UWCC ArticleUnited Way launches crisis fundraising effort to support Lake Arbor residents
Aug 28, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas is accepting donations to its Critical Need Relief Fund to support residents at Lake Arbor Apartments in Mecklenburg County.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way collecting donations for Lake Arbor tenants forced out of homes
Aug 27, 2019
The United Way is collecting donations to benefit the residents of an east Charlotte apartment complex being forced out of their homes by the property’s management.
Read FOX 46 ArticleDisplaced Lake Arbor Tenants Need $350K For Move
Aug 22, 2019
A community housing coalition says it will take more than a quarter-million dollars to help residents displaced by a complex-wide closure of Lake Arbor apartments.
Read Spectrum News StoryDisplaced Lake Arbor Tenants Need $350K For Relocation, Agencies Say
Aug 22, 2019
Tenants being displaced by the planned closure of a west Charlotte apartment complex need about $350,000 for temporary housing and other relocation assistance.
Read WFAE StoryMoving residents from west Charlotte complex to cost at least $350,000, nonprofits say
Aug 21, 2019
Over two weeks in August the assessment team met with 72 households from the Lake Arbor apartments and determined relocation needs include temporary hotel accommodations, moving costs and security deposits, and short-term rental subsidies.
Read The Charlotte Observer StoryMecklenburg County Awarded Funds Under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program
Jul 30, 2019
Mecklenburg County has been awarded $162,309 to help supplement local emergency food and shelter efforts. A local Emergency Food and Shelter Program board facilitated by United Way of Central Carolinas will determine how the funds are to be distributed to area service providers of emergency food and shelter programs in the county.
Read UWCC ArticleCarolina United Way On The Move
Jul 25, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas has seen its share of changes in recent years. Like other United Way affiliates around the country the past few years, the Charlotte, N.C. affiliate shifted its community impact strategy in 2018 to focus on economic mobility and has adopted more sustainable practices to ensure its long-term financial health. The relocation is the latest step in that strategy.
Read The Nonprofit Times StoryAfter Selling HQ, United Way To Move In With Other Agencies
Jul 18, 2019
The United Way of Central Carolinas headquarters will move from its longtime home on Brevard Street in uptown Charlotte to a smaller space a few blocks away later this year.
Read WFAE StoryUnited Way cutting costs with new location
Jul 18, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas is leaving Brevard Street after 50 years, but it’s not going far. Both the upcoming relocation and newly disclosed gifts of $1.5 million from former Family Dollar CEO Howard Levine and The Gambrell Foundation are part of a continuing shift for United Way’s business.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way announces major gifts and move to new home Uptown
Jul 18, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas recently announced two major gifts and a new home as the organization continues its drive toward improving economic mobility through partnerships and support from individuals across the region.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas receives ‘major gifts’
Jul 18, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas has announced receiving what a spokesman for the non-profit organization calls two “major gifts” as well as a new home, according to a statement.
Read The Enquirer Journal StoryUnited Way Announces Major Gifts and Move to New Home Uptown
Jul 18, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announces major gifts from Howard Levine and The Gambrell Foundation, and a new home as the organization continues its drive toward improving economic mobility through partnerships and support from individuals across the region.
Read UWCC ArticleCabarrus County granted federal fund for emergency food, shelter programs
Jun 26, 2019
Cabarrus County was selected to receive $88,923 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact the Cabarrus County United Way office.
Read Independent Tribune Story5 things to know about United Way’s $1.35M local investment
Jun 13, 2019
The United Way of Central Carolinas grants announced June 6 support more than 100 programs and initiatives in the Charlotte region that aim to strengthen neighborhoods, boost economic mobility and provide a safety net for people in need.
Read Herald Citizen StoryUnited Way preparing for its 27th annual Day of Caring
Jun 13, 2019
Planning for the 27th annual Union County United Way Day of Caring has started and the agency is looking for volunteer teams to participate in the August 24 event.
Read The Enquirer Journal StoryUnited Way Invests $26.4M In Region To Boost Neighborhoods And Economic Opportunity
Jun 11, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas (UWCC) announced today the investment of $26.4 million in communities across the Charlotte region, supporting more than 100 programs and initiatives that are strengthening neighborhoods, boosting economic mobility and providing a safety net for people in need.
Read Cabarrus Magazine StoryUnited Way invests $26.4 million into region
Jun 10, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas (UWCC) announced on June 6 that it is investing $26.4 million in communities in the Charlotte area, supporting more than 100 programs and initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, boost economic mobility and providing a safety net for people in need.
Read The Enquirer Journal Story6.10.19 NC News
Jun 10, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas distributed grants totaling $26.4 million in communities across the Charlotte region to support more than 100 programs and initiatives that are strengthening neighborhoods, boosting economic mobility, and providing a safety net for people in need.
Read Philanthropy Journal News StoryUnited Way investing $26.4 million across the Charlotte region
Jun 07, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas recently announced investment of $26.4 million in communities across the Charlotte region, supporting more than 100 programs and initiatives that are strengthening neighborhoods, boosting economic mobility and providing a safety net for people in need.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way Announces $26M In Grants, Alters Funding Schedule
Jun 07, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas will give $26.4 million in grants to more than 100 community organizations in the fiscal year that begins July 1. The agency said the grants will go to programs that focus on health and education, strengthen neighborhoods and boost economic mobility in Mecklenburg and four surrounding counties.
Read WFAE StoryDespite cuts, United Way announces $26 million in grants across the region
Jun 06, 2019
Charlotte-based United Way of Central Carolinas will invest $26.4 million in bettering lives across the region over the next 1 1/2 years, agency officials said Thursday.
Read The State StoryCBJ Morning Buzz: United Way invests $26.4M
Jun 07, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announced yesterday grants totaling $26.4 million to 100 agencies across the region. It is the first grant announcement following the nonprofit’s move in February to cut total grants this year by 25% to steady its finances in the face of declining donations.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryDespite cuts, United Way announces $26 million in grants across the region
Jun 06, 2019
Charlotte-based United Way of Central Carolinas will invest $26.4 million in bettering lives across the region over the next 1 1/2 years, agency officials said Thursday.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Invests $26.4M in Region to Boost Neighborhoods and Economic Opportunity
Jun 06, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the investment of $26.4 million in communities across the Charlotte region, supporting more than 100 programs and initiatives that are strengthening neighborhoods, boosting economic mobility and providing a safety net for people in need.
Read UWCC StoryUnited Way commends Cabarrus County donors and volunteers
May 30, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas celebrated its top supporters in Cabarrus County on Friday, May 24 with an appreciation breakfast and awards ceremony, presented by Atrium Health at the CHS Northeast campus in Concord.
Read Independent Tribune StoryFIRST-EVER ASSESSMENT OF CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG EMERGENCY SHELTER SYSTEM RELEASED
Apr 18, 2019
The “2019 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Shelter System: Assessment of Capacity and Utilization” provides the community with a comprehensive look at the overall emergency shelter system. The assessment was completed by Mecklenburg County Community Support Services in partnership with United Way of Central Carolinas.
Read MoreLocal Volunteers Honored at Community‐Wide United Way Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
Apr 10, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas celebrated local volunteers whose good work helps improve the community during the United Way Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, presented by TIAA, on Wednesday, April 10, at LaCa Projects in Charlotte.
Read UWCC ArticleSeven Local Companies Honored With United Way Spirit of North Carolina Awards
Feb 13, 2019
Atrium Health, Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP, Elliott Davis PLLC, Enterprise Holdings, Ingersoll Rand, Regions Bank and Wingate University have been named Spirit of North Carolina Award winners for their support of United Way’s work across the Charlotte region.
Read MoreCharlotte-Area Young Professionals Honored at Inaugural United Way Young Leaders Awards
Feb 07, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas announced the winners of the inaugural Young Leaders Awards during a ceremony at the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Wednesday, February 6.
Read MoreCharlotte area United Way reducing funding to local nonprofits as donations decline
Feb 05, 2019
On Monday, the United Way sent a letter to the community stating it is cutting funding to Impact Grant partners by 25 percent.
Read WSOCTV StoryCharlotte-area United Way to cut funding to area nonprofits 25% as donations fall
Feb 04, 2019
After a decade of relying on its savings, Charlotte-based United Way of Central Carolinas is ending that practice and cutting its contributions to area nonprofits by 25 percent, agency officials announced Monday.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way To Cut Grants 25 Percent And Lop $1 Million From Its Own Budget
Feb 04, 2019
United Way of Central Carolinas plans to cut grants to nonprofits by 25 percent beginning July 1 and change its funding schedule as it deals with a decline in giving that stretches back a decade.
Read WFAE StoryUnited Way cutting grants 25%, reducing operating budget
Feb 04, 2019
Nonprofit groups learned of the forthcoming grant cuts on Monday. United Way of Central Carolinas Chief Executive Laura Clark said the reduced operating budget could lead to staff changes, but nothing has been determined.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryWho to Watch in 2019: Big jobs, challenges and opportunities face these Charlotte business, civic leaders
Dec 28, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas President and CEO Laura Clark was listed atop the Charlotte Business Journal’s list of who to watch in 2019.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryShopping with a Panther: Academy teams up with United Way to bring cheer to Kannapolis students
Dec 06, 2018
The Carolina Panthers teamed up with Academy Sports + Outdoors and United Way of Central Carolinas to provide local students with an once-in-a-lifetime shopping spree opportunity.
Read Independent Tribune StoryKathryn Firmin-Sellers Named Chief Impact Officer of United Way of Central Carolinas
Oct 31, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the addition of Kathryn Firmin-Sellers as the organization’s new Chief Impact Officer effective December 3.
Read MoreCharlotte’s United Way CEO on Florence, her new job and more
Sep 17, 2018
As of last week, Laura Clark became United Way CEO, replacing Sean Garrett, who left after three years to lead the United Way chapter in Chicago.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas Hurricane Florence Assistance and Recovery
Sep 13, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas is joining with United Way organizations across the region to provide support to those impacted by Hurricane Florence.
Read MoreClark promoted to CEO for United Way of Central Carolinas
Aug 29, 2018
Laura Clark was named the next Chief Executive Officer for the United Way of Central Carolinas on Wednesday (Aug. 29) by its Board of Directors, effective Sept. 7, according to a statement from the nonprofit.
Read Enquirer Journal StoryLaura Clark named president and chief executive officer of United Way of Central Carolinas
Aug 29, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas (UWCC) recently announced its Board of Directors has selected Laura Clark as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer effective September 7.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas names next leader to guide its new strategy
Aug 29, 2018
A new — but familiar — leader has been tapped at United Way of Central Carolinas, as the agency continues to implement a new strategy aimed at improving the Charlotte region’s bleak economic mobility standing.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryCharlotte native named new president and CEO of United Way
Aug 29, 2018
A new president has been named for the United Way of Central Carolinas, the organization announced Wednesday.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryLaura Clark Named President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Central Carolinas
Aug 29, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today its Board of Directors has selected Laura Clark as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer effective September 7.
Read MoreGet involved and make a difference
Aug 17, 2018
Hundreds of volunteers gathered at 42 schools Aug.17 as part of All In For the Kids, a partnership between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and United Way’s Hands On Charlotte.
Read CMS StoryFunding Restored For Shelter And Food Programs — For Now
Aug 14, 2018
Charlotte emergency food and shelter programs that lost more than $500,000 in federal funding in June are getting that money back — at least for this year.
Read WFAE StoryLocal nonprofit and political leaders secure over $600,000 for emergency food and shelter programs in Mecklenburg County
Aug 14, 2018
A coordinated effort between United Way of Central Carolinas (UWCC) and local nonprofit and political leaders has resulted in $628,068 of Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) funding for Mecklenburg County.
Read MoreUnited Way Executive Director Is Leaving For CEO Position In Chicago
Jul 26, 2018
The executive director of the United Way of Central Carolinas announced Thursday that he will be resigning to accept a similar leadership position in Chicago.
Read WFAE StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas director leaving for top job in Chicago
Jul 26, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas Executive Director Sean Garrett is resigning to accept the CEO position with United Way of Metro Chicago. Garrett joined UWCC in March 2015 as the fifth leader in the organization’s 86-year history. He will remain in Charlotte through early September.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way’s executive director is leaving Charlotte for a larger city
Jul 26, 2018
The leader of the Charlotte-area United Way office is leaving for a similar role in Chicago, and his replacement hasn’t been hired yet, the organization announced Thursday afternoon.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Announces Departure of Executive Director Sean Garrett to Lead United Way of Metro Chicago
Jul 26, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today that Executive Director Sean Garrett has notified the UWCC Board of Directors of his decision to resign from his role in Charlotte to accept the CEO position with United Way of Metro Chicago.
Read MoreMecklenburg County Awarded Funds Under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program
Jun 21, 2018
Mecklenburg County has been awarded $135,975 to help supplement local emergency food and shelter efforts. The funds were awarded through the State Set-Aside process under Phase 35 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP).
Read MoreThese nonprofits got a boost in United Way grants. Now what?
Jun 11, 2018
United Way is looking for the most bang for its buck as the nonprofit focuses on early childhood care, housing, work skills training and other services most likely to help combat decades of inequality.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way injects $24.5M into community
Jun 08, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced the investment of $24.5 million into the community, with $16.3 million going toward the organization’s community impact strategy and $8.2 million in donor directed funding.
Read Charlotte WeeklyUnited Way shifts gears with giving to region’s community nonprofits Economic mobility at center of funding programs
Jun 07, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced Thursday an investment of $24.5 million to 110 organizations and initiatives throughout the area. It represents a continuation of their strategy to improve the city’s last-place ranking among the 50 largest U.S. cities where people born into poverty has little chance of improving their financial situation.
Read Charlotte Post StoryUnited Way shifts strategy in Charlotte, cuts grants by 10%
Jun 07, 2018
United Way reduced grants, in part, to get away from a decade of tapping reserve funds. Throughout the recession and up to the present, the nonprofit has boosted its grant program by $2.5 million to $3.5 million annually to make up for lost donations.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way lays off workers, shifts funding amid economic mobility push
Jun 07, 2018
In a multimillion dollar push to reduce generational poverty in Charlotte, United Way changed its funding priorities this year and gave money to dozens of Charlotte-area nonprofits for the first time.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Invests $24.5 Million in Community to Boost Economic Mobility, Build Stronger Neighborhoods and Support Safety Net Agencies
Jun 07, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the investment of $24.5 million into the community, with $16.3 million going toward the organization’s community impact strategy and $8.2 million in donor directed funding.
Read MoreUnited Way of Central Carolinas reshaping mission, organization — eliminating some jobs
May 31, 2018
A major shift in local philanthropy geared toward improving the city’s dismal poverty cycle includes a revamped approach at United Way of Central Carolinas that will be introduced next week.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryGreg Olsen receives $100K donation for charity work
May 08, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas presented the Panthers’ tight end with a check for $100,000 for finishing as the runner-up in the NFL’s annual Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
Read WCNC StoryUnited Way Announces Unite Charlotte Funding – $400,000 Going to Local Nonprofits & Grassroots Organizations
May 03, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the distribution of $400,000 in Unite Charlotte grants to 22 nonprofits and grassroots organizations in Mecklenburg County.
Read MoreMooresville/Lake Norman United Way: Community partners applauded for fundraising efforts
May 01, 2018
The Mooresville/Lake Norman United Way recognized the fruits of its community partners’ labor Tuesday during its annual appreciation breakfast.
Read Mooresville Tribune ArticleUnited Way Thanks Mooresville/Lake Norman Community for Successful Campaign
May 01, 2018
Continuing an annual tradition, United Way of Central Carolinas honored its top Mooresville/Lake Norman campaigns with an appreciation breakfast today.
Read MoreUnited Way Thanks Union County for Successful Campaign
Apr 27, 2018
Continuing an annual tradition, United Way of Central Carolinas honored its top Union County donors and volunteers with a thank you breakfast today, hosted by Carolinas HealthCare System Union.
Read MoreDorothy Woodard recognized for standout service through United Way
Apr 23, 2018
At the recent United Way of Central Carolinas’ Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards, Statesville resident Dorothy Woodard received a lifetime achievement award for her volunteer service.
Read Statesville Record StoryNew initiative, Tutor Charlotte, provides high quality, one-on-one tutoring across Charlotte
Mar 28, 2018
On Tuesday, United Way of Central Carolinas and Read Charlotte launched Tutor Charlotte, an initiative that provides high quality, one-on-one tutoring for at-risk students across Charlotte.
Read Q City Metro StoryUNITED WAY OF CHARLOTTE LAUNCHES NEW TUTORING PROGRAM
Mar 27, 2018
A new tutoring program in Charlotte is helping elementary school students improve their reading skills. United Way and Read Charlotte launched the Tutor Charlotte program this year.
Read Spectrum News StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas and Read Charlotte Partner to Provide Tutoring for At-Risk Students
Mar 27, 2018
United Way of Central Carolinas and Read Charlotte have partnered to launch Tutor Charlotte, an initiative that provides high quality, one-on-one tutoring for at-risk students across Charlotte.
Read MoreUnited Way Announces Spirit of North Carolina Award Recipients
Feb 22, 2018
Elliott Davis, EY, Grant Thornton, McGuire Woods LLP, Sealed Air, Tyson Foods, US Bank, and Wingate University have all been named Spirit of North Carolina Award winners for their support of United Way’s work across the Charlotte region.
Read moreACC AND UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL CAROLINAS CONTINUE PARTNERSHIP TO SUPPORT READING
Nov 14, 2017
The Atlantic Coast Conference and United Way of Central Carolinas are continuing their partnership that began in 2015 to support student literacy through the ACC United Way Reading Challenge, a charitable initiative associated with the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game.
Read ACC StoryACC and United Way of Central Carolinas Continue Partnership to Support Reading
Nov 14, 2017
The Atlantic Coast Conference and United Way of Central Carolinas are continuing their partnership that began in 2015 to support student literacy through the ACC United Way Reading Challenge, a charitable initiative associated with the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game.
Read moreUnited Way Deploys 2-1-1 Help Line to Better Serve the Homeless in Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Oct 23, 2017
Homeless service providers, the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and United Way of Central Carolinas today announced a more efficient way to serve the homeless by utilizing United Way’s NC 2-1-1, which provides health and human services information and referrals.
Read moreCharlotte Playground Build Turns 15!
Oct 13, 2017
Charlotte’s annual Playground Build is celebrating a remarkable anniversary – a 15th straight year of corporate leaders building playgrounds for local children. Charlotte is the only citythat has continued the playground building initiative kicked off through the Business Strengthening America program in 2002.
Read moreAnson County volunteers brave bad weather for Day of Caring
Oct 10, 2017
Despite the rain, more than 200 volunteers attended a kickoff ceremony in Wadesboro Town Square for the United Way of Central Carolinas-Anson’s 13th annual Day of Caring on Oct. 7
Read The Anson Record StoryHousing push will spread low-income and homeless people across Charlotte
Oct 02, 2017
When United Way announced in September that it is diverting millions of dollars to help Charlotte’s most troubled neighborhoods, it became the second of two very different plans created to tackle the city’s economic and racial inequalities.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryCBJ Morning Buzz: New United Way push aims at key issue
Sep 07, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas says it will invest $2.4 million over three years into the Grier Heights and Renaissance neighborhoods.
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryUnited Way’s new approach: Focus money on Charlotte’s troubled neighborhoods
Sep 07, 2017
Among the first to get money from the United Neighborhoods initiative: the Renaissance community in west Charlotte and Grier Heights in east Charlotte.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Launches United Neighborhoods Initiative to Create Environment of Opportunity for All
Sep 07, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announced the launch of United Neighborhoods, a new community-led and community-based effort that works to create an environment of opportunity for everyone by improving economic mobility.
Read moreUnited Way’s 25th Annual Day of Caring Brings Together More Than 1,200 Union County Neighbors in Service
Aug 28, 2017
On Saturday, Aug. 26, United Way of Central Carolinas celebrated its 25th annual Day of Caring in Union County – a quarter century of neighbors helping neighbors.
Read moreUnion County rallies for 25th annual Day of Caring: ‘I’m so proud of my community’
Aug 28, 2017
Armed with shears, rakes, leaf blowers and a number of other yard tools, the small army of volunteers spread out to about 138 sites throughout the county to help those who are unable to do the manual labor themselves.
Read The Enquirer-Journal StoryElderly couple of Indian Trail receives helping hand
Aug 27, 2017
Bonnie and Creed Smith of Indian Trail received a wonderful surprise Friday and Saturday when a team from Union County Public Schools came to help with yard work and the windows as part of the United Way Day of Caring.
Read The Enquirer-Journal StoryDay of Caring offered hope to residents and volunteers alike
Aug 27, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas-Union held its 25th annual Day of Caring. More than 1,200 volunteers of different backgrounds came together for one common purpose: to help their neighbor.
Read Viewpoints StorySchool system, community groups partner for literacy
Aug 25, 2017
Union County Public Schools Superintendent Andrew Houlihan announces a new initiative, “Read with U,” at the Union County Public Library on Wednesday. The program asks members of the community to read to a first-grade student for 30 minutes a week every week.
Read The Enquirer-Journal StoryUnited Way expands Community Impact team
Jul 24, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas has added Kellie Cartwright and Adelaide Belk to its community impact team. They’ll lead United Way’s recently launched community impact strategy focused on building stronger…
Read The Charlotte Weekly StoryUnited Way’s plan to help Charlotte’s poor escape poverty moving forward
Jul 20, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the addition of Kellie Cartwright and Adelaide Belk to the organization’s community impact team. The pair will jointly lead implementation of United Way’s recently…
Read The Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way adds new directors to improve Charlotte’s economic mobility
Jul 19, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas added two new directors, Kellie Cartwright and Adelaide Belk, to lead its recently launched community impact strategy. The launch aims to improve Charlotte’s economic mobility through…
Read Charlotte Business Journal StoryCommunity Impact Team Expands With Focus On Increasing Economic Mobility
Jul 19, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announced today the addition of Kellie Cartwright and Adelaide Belk to the organization’s community impact team. The pair will jointly…
Read moreUnited Way focuses on neighborhoods, community impact
Jun 14, 2017
United Way announced a streamlined community impact strategy focused on building stronger neighborhoods, improving the systems that serve children and families, and providing basic needs support across their region.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way of Central Carolinas to focus more on Charlotte’s economic mobility
Jun 14, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announced the agency will be implementing a new strategy moving forward with a greater focus on economic mobility in the region.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way’s New Community Impact Strategy Focuses on Creating Opportunity for All
Jun 13, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announces a new streamlined community impact strategy and a $16.4 Million Investment into local health and human services programs.
Read MoreScenes from Women United event uptown
May 23, 2017
United Way’s Women United engagement group hosted more than 160 female professionals, community volunteers and business leaders at Duke Energy Center to hear keynote speaker Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown.
View Photos from Charlotte Business JournalUnited Way salutes its Cabarrus County champions
May 15, 2017
United Way’s Cabarrus County office hosted a Breakfast of Champions for the most passionate corporate partners, donors and volunteers.
Read Independent Tribune StoryUnited Way gives $125K to Carolina Panther Greg Olsen’s foundation
May 02, 2017
The United Way gave $125,000 to Carolina Panther Greg Olsen’s foundation, a result of the tight end being a Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year finalist this year.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Presents $125,000 to Greg Olsen Foundation for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Finalist Honors
May 02, 2017
Greg Olsen’s Receptions for Research and United Way’s Character Playbook partnership with the Carolina Panthers each benefit from his recognition.
Read MoreSaluting those who give back: Four honored with Governor’s Volunteer Service Award
Apr 26, 2017
Three Charlotte-area people and a local business have been honored by the state for the volunteer work they do in the greater Charlotte area.
View WBTV CoverageFour Local Volunteers Honored with Governor’s Awards
Apr 26, 2017
United Way announced the local Governor’s Award winners for volunteerism, including one local honoree who won a Medallion Award.
Read MoreTask force focused on Charlotte’s poor: ‘We are not going back to business as usual’
Mar 27, 2017
After almost two years of study, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Opportunity Task Force unveiled a wide-ranging report on how to change the trajectory for the community’s poor.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryProject aimed at ‘rebuilding trust’ after Charlotte protests boosts 20 charities
Mar 21, 2017
A community fund established at United Way last fall in response to the civil unrest in uptown Charlotte has begun giving out money to charity programs that are dealing with the community’s social and financial ills.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnite Charlotte Fund Injects Over $480,000 Into Community
Mar 21, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas announced $481,517 in Unite Charlotte grants for 20 local nonprofits and neighborhood organizations focused on community healing and creating opportunity.
Read MoreIt’s Miller’s time again, courtesy of United Way
Mar 05, 2017
United Way of Central Carolinas presented Don Miller, considered a legend in the sport of auto racing, with its prestigious Leading The Way Award as only its second-ever recipient.
Read Mooresville Tribune StoryUnited Way Honors Don Miller with Leading The Way Award
Mar 02, 2017
United Way presented racing legend Don Miller with its Leading The Way Award at the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame. Lauded for his generosity, Miller inspires the automotive community.
Read MoreUnited Way Announces Spirit of North Carolina Award winners
Feb 20, 2017
BB&T, Publix and U.S. Bank were among the businesses that won Spirit of North Carolina awards for their support of United Way’s work across the Charlotte region.
Read Charlotte Observer StoryUnited Way Announces Spirit of North Carolina Award Recipients
Feb 20, 2017
BB&T, Child Care Resources Inc., Elliott Davis Decosimo, EY, Publix, U.S. Bank, and Wingate University honored for their support of United Way’s work across the Charlotte region.
Read MoreReading Madness: UCPS Rolls Out Third-Grade Reading Challenge
Feb 17, 2017
Union County Public Schools third-graders will celebrate March Madness in a new way. All 30 elementary schools will participate in “Books and Brackets,” a district reading challenge.
Read Union County Weekly StoryUnited Way, Hands On Charlotte Merge To Create Volunteer Service Hub
Jan 15, 2017
Charlotte’s United Way is absorbing the nonprofit Hands On Charlotte in a move that will make it one of the state’s largest providers of volunteer labor for community service.
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