United Way of Greater Charlotte

United Way of Greater Charlotte United Way of Greater Charlotte lifts children and families out of poverty by investing in neighborhood and grassroots organizations.

United Way of Greater Charlotte uses collective giving to build pathways to economic opportunity, primarily through neighborhood-based, grassroots and responsive solutions.

Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced a tragedy that forever changed countless lives. Today, we pause to remembe...
09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced a tragedy that forever changed countless lives. Today, we pause to remember those we lost on September 11, 2001, the families who continue to carry their absence and the first responders and everyday people who demonstrated extraordinary courage and compassion.​

Their legacy reminds us that when neighbors care for one another,
neighborhoods grow stronger and entire communities move forward.​

For 95 years, United Way of Greater Charlotte has worked alongside residents and community partners to support working families, strengthen
neighborhoods and create opportunities for everyone to thrive. That
commitment continues today.​

May we honor this day through service, compassion and a shared commitment to building a community where everyone belongs.​

We will never forget.​

Stronger Neighbors. Stronger Neighborhoods. Stronger Communities.
Together.​


Applications are now open for the 2026 Unite Charlotte funding cycle!Unite Charlotte supports grassroots nonprofits with...
09/11/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Unite Charlotte funding cycle!

Unite Charlotte supports grassroots nonprofits with the resources, capacity-building and leadership development they need to grow stronger and continue serving Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents.

Eligible Mecklenburg County nonprofits with annual operating budgets between $500,000 and $2 million are encouraged to apply.

Applications close Friday, September 25, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/grants/

We’re proud to be part of Connection Starts Here, a Charlotte community mental health initiative helping people find tru...
09/08/2026

We’re proud to be part of Connection Starts Here, a Charlotte community mental health initiative helping people find trusted resources, support, and community. Together, we can remind our neighbors that they do not have to navigate mental health challenges alone.

Learn more at ConnectionStartsHere.org

This Labor Day, we celebrate the power of working people.​Every day, workers across Greater Charlotte fuel our economy, ...
09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the power of working people.​

Every day, workers across Greater Charlotte fuel our economy, care for our families and strengthen our communities. United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to ensuring that hard work leads to real opportunity through access to affordable childcare, reliable transportation, basic needs and
pathways to better-paying careers.​

When workers thrive, our entire community moves forward.​

Big news for our United Way family! 🎉We’re excited to celebrate Niambi Goings on her promotion to Vice President of Comm...
08/27/2026

Big news for our United Way family! 🎉

We’re excited to celebrate Niambi Goings on her promotion to Vice President of Community Impact at United Way of Greater Charlotte!

Since joining our team as Director of Community Initiatives, Niambi has built strong relationships with residents, nonprofit partners, funders and community leaders while helping turn community priorities into strategies for lasting change.

Now, she’s bringing that experience into an expanded leadership role, helping strengthen the connection between community voice, strategic investment and collective action across our region.

Congratulations, Niambi! We’re excited for what’s ahead. 💙

Stronger Neighbors. Stronger Neighborhoods. Stronger Communities. Together.

The United Way of Greater Charlotte team mourns the loss of Lawonda Stanfield.Lawonda was a member of the United Way fam...
08/25/2026

The United Way of Greater Charlotte team mourns the loss of Lawonda Stanfield.

Lawonda was a member of the United Way family for nearly 40 years, serving in multiple capacities including, most recently, as UWGC's CRM Administrator on the Finance team.

Lawonda's brilliance, skill, and wit will be missed but never forgotten.

Our gratitude to Lawonda's family for allowing members of the UWGC team - past and present - the opportunity to be part of her life.

**🌽🥕 National Farmers Market Week 🥬🍅**Fresh food does more than fill our tables. It strengthens neighborhoods, supports ...
08/04/2026

**🌽🥕 National Farmers Market Week 🥬🍅**

Fresh food does more than fill our tables. It strengthens neighborhoods, supports local farmers, and helps build healthier communities for everyone.

At United Way of Greater Charlotte, we know that access to nutritious food is an important part of creating opportunities for families to thrive. That's why we're proud to celebrate **National Farmers Market Week** and the people, organizations, and community partners working every day to make fresh, healthy food more accessible across our region.

This week, consider:
🍎 Shopping at your local farmers market
🥕 Supporting local growers and small businesses
🌱 Learning about food access initiatives in your community
🤝 Sharing the experience with family, friends, or neighbors

Together, we can help create stronger communities and healthier futures—one local purchase at a time. https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/blog/get-involved/growing-stronger-communities-one-market-at-a-time/

Charlotte Shines When We Work Together.This week, Charlotte is welcoming thousands of visitors for MLS All-Star Week, an...
07/28/2026

Charlotte Shines When We Work Together.

This week, Charlotte is welcoming thousands of visitors for MLS All-Star Week, and the excitement is a reminder of what makes our region special. When people come together with a shared purpose, incredible things can happen.

At United Way of Greater Charlotte, we see that same spirit every day. For 95 years, we've been bringing together neighbors, businesses, nonprofit partners, and community leaders to strengthen neighborhoods and create pathways to economic opportunity.

The spotlight may be on Charlotte this week, but the work of building a stronger community continues long after the final whistle.

Read our latest blog to learn how collective action is helping transform futures across our region.

🔗 Read the blog: https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/blog/get-involved/charlotte-shines-when-we-work-together/

Finally a Girl Scout. 💚Growing up, one member of our United Way of Greater Charlotte team always dreamed of becoming a G...
07/23/2026

Finally a Girl Scout. 💚

Growing up, one member of our United Way of Greater Charlotte team always dreamed of becoming a Girl Scout. She never had the chance as a child, but during a recent visit to Girl Scouts Hornets' Nest Council, one of our funded nonprofit partners, that childhood dream finally came true.

While her story is personal, it also reflects something much bigger.

Every day, Girl Scouts Hornets' Nest Council is helping girls across our region build confidence, discover their strengths, and develop leadership skills that last a lifetime. Their impact also extends beyond the girls they serve by inspiring volunteers, mentors, and women in the community to lead, give back, and invest in the next generation.

That's why United Way invests in nonprofit partners like Girl Scouts, creating opportunities that help today's girls become tomorrow's leaders while strengthening our entire community.

🔗 Read the story: https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/blog/get-involved/empowering-the-next-generation/

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