Why We’re Thankful for Bank of America
We had fun saying thanks, but we also wanted to expand on why we’re so grateful for their support. In mid-March, United Way of Central Carolinas joined hundreds of United
Pass the Plate
For many, the challenge to eat healthy isn’t the desire, but really understanding how. This realization brought together three diverse organizations to teach our future g
YWCA Annual Luncheon Inspires and Challenges
We’re so inspired by the work of one of our biggest partners in education and financial stability, YWCA Central Carolinas! As executive director Kirsten Sikkelee relayed y
United Way Evolves with the Times, and the Need
We haven’t always been United Way. When Frances Vinson Bryant recently passed away, the Charlotte Observer noted that she was once the residential chairman of United W
Showing Our Gratitude for Publix
Did you know that Publix is United Way’s 3rd largest donor worldwide? Despite being in only six states, Publix contributed a staggering $62 million to United Way throu
United Way Visits the Charlotte Podcast
What does United Way do? Why did United Way acquire Hands On Charlotte, and what is the larger role of volunteerism in our community? What is the goal of the Unite Charlotte
Jacqualyn’s Story – Pet Visits, You Can See the Difference
It takes all kinds to volunteer, to take time from our schedules and give back to others and try to make the world just a little bit better than when we woke up in the morning. In
Increasing Engagement by Making Volunteerism Easier
The core of United Way’s work is to bring communities together to create a better life for all. Fundamental to that focus is volunteer engagement and civic participat
Ryan’s Story – Sometimes you wear a Superman costume with a TuTu for fun
I had a chance to sit down recently with a Volunteer Leader named Ryan Sullivan and I have to say I was impressed. The Connecticut native leads one of the two Crisis Assistance Mi
Carolina Panthers and United Way Volunteers Encourage Students to be Active
In October 2016, the Carolina Panthers and United Way of Central Carolinas partnered to host Hometown Huddle at Stallings Elementary School in Matthews. More than 500 students part
Kelsey’s Story – playing in the dirt and connecting to the city
Kelsey Willis, 28, is an employee for Compass Group. Compass Group provides services in areas such as food, hospitality and support services. There, Kelsey works with the benefits