United Way’s “Literacy and Justice for All” initiative majorly improves reading and comprehension abilities in children across Greater Atlanta

With the aim of eventually reaching each child in the Greater Atlanta community, LJFA guides children through reading proficiency from the third trimester of pregnancy to the end of the third grade. Funded by the United Way of Greater Atlanta with support from the Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation, LJFA is a citywide initiative guided by […]
Apprenticeship program targets nearly 14,000 opportunity youth

CareerReady ATL is adjusting the course for young adults not on track for success.
AAP leaders influence youth academic performance

United Way of Greater Atlanta’s African-American Partnership (AAP) was formed in 2000 after Dr. Johnnetta Cole saw a lack of philanthropic leadership presence for African-Americans in Greater Atlanta. AAP is made up of donors with comparable passions for giving, leadership, and service. It was created to bring together United Way donors who were underrepresented. It is a […]
United Way of Greater Atlanta announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors

Peter Carter, Executive VP & Chief Legal Officer at Delta Air Lines, named Board Chair.
Yes, it’s 100% Free – DIY, Virtual Tax Prep

United Way’s MyFreeTaxes offers people an easy way to file their returns. Many U.S. taxpayers are eligible to file their taxes for free – but too many don’t know about MyFreeTaxes®. MyFreeTaxes uses best-in-class standards to safeguard taxpayer information, guarantee returns are 100% accurate and ensure that filers receive their maximum refund. MyFreeTaxes is […]
Grantees Announced for 2022-23 Cycle Two Grant Period

In December 2022, United Way of Greater Atlanta awarded grants to Cycle 2 grantees. Awards were distributed to organizations that advance strategies within the fInvestment Priority areas.
It’s the last week to get your taxes done for free!

United Way of Greater Atlanta provides free tax preparation services to the community through a partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and MyFreeTaxes programs provide Greater Atlanta’s working individuals and families free tax prep to low-to-moderate income ($60,000 and under). Taxes are prepared by IRS trained and certified […]
Grant Opportunity Opens for Building Youth Apprenticeships

CareerReady ATL was launched by the United Way of Greater Atlanta (UWGA) in alignment to their College and Career Ready investment priority which aims to improve the college and career readiness for 15,000 youth.
In celebration & solidarity: Announcing the first grants from the OUT Georgia Impact Fund

OUT Georgia Business Alliance and United Way of Greater Atlanta launched the OUT Georgia Impact Fund because of the critical importance to drive meaningful, measurable, and lasting impact for LGBTQ+ individuals, youth, families, and communities across the Greater Atlanta Region.
Meet the New Women United Cabinet!

We’re extremely excited to announce the new 2022-2023 Women United Cabinet!