Finding Purpose from the Power of Nonprofits
Shopping was not what I expected to be doing a few hours after being whisked away from my sixth grade classroom to go to an emergency homeless shelter, but that’s exactly where m
The Power of Collective Giving Through Workplace Campaigns
Workplace campaigns have been one of the hallmarks of United Way for the past 90 years as the principal way we raise money.
Turning Adversity into Advocacy in the Fight Against Housing Insecurity
Growing up, I knew that I wanted to help people. I didn’t know how, but I knew that I wanted to help the folks in my community. I grew up in a very low income household, rece
Helping Nonprofit Partners Reach New Goals with the Duke Nonprofit Management Program
Each year, United Way of Greater Charlotte arranges a cohort of 25 First Year Unite Charlotte grantees to participate in the Duke Nonprofit Management Intensive Track Program.
Celebrating the Women of United Way of Greater Charlotte
Women have played an important role in United Way of Greater Charlotte’s mission since its founding in 1931. Now, more than 90 years later, United Way is still focused on ending
Improving Economic Mobility in Charlotte
The American Dream is the idea that everyone in the United States has the same opportunity for success in life. However, that is not the case for many American families; it is even
Identifying the Needs of Residents in Anson County
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 make the greatest impact. Ou
Making a Greater Impact on Residents in Union County
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 can make the biggest difference
Aligning with the Community’s Needs in Cabarrus County
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 Way of Central Carolina
Supporting Nonprofit Growth
Building a successful nonprofit requires passion, dedication, hard work and funding. It also requires a comprehensive business plan, motivated leadership and strategic goals in ord