Motel to Home: Amani’s Story
Amani, a single mother with a 5-year-old daughter, moved from Pennsylvania to Georgia in 2023 to escape an unhealthy relationship. Despite securing a job before her move, she struggled with the higher cost of living and had difficulty finding affordable housing. Amani ended up living in motels, which made it even harder to save for […]
Not rocket science, but a science nonetheless: The Science of Reading & United Way of Greater Atlanta’s commitment
Did you know that while 95% of children can learn to read, only 32% of kids in America are reading proficiently by the end of 3rd grade? That means 63% of children are falling behind, with the most significant impact on communities of color and children born in poverty. But there’s hope! United Way of […]
Motel to Home: Working Together to Build a Stronger, More Resilient Greater Atlanta
United Way of Greater Atlanta and our corporate partners are making a significant impact on our community by donating hygiene kits to support Motel to Home, an initiative aimed at ending homelessness and transforming lives in Greater Atlanta. These hygiene kits are more than just essential items; they are a critical resource for families and […]
New report: The vital role of Black-owned businesses in enhancing neighborhood well-being
As United Way continues to champion the child well-being movement in Greater Atlanta, we can’t ignore the incredible impact of Black-owned businesses on our communities. The recent report by the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative (AWBI), “Standing on Business: Black Businesses are the Key to Unlock Neighborhood Well-Being,” by Jarryd Bethea, MPP, and Alex Camardelle, Ph.D., […]
Unwrapping Generosity: United Way’s Holiday Impact on Child Well-Being in Greater Atlanta
“During the holidays, more than 25,000 families looking for help will have reached out to United Way of Greater Atlanta. It is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by many in our community in a season branded by abundance and joy.”
Impact by the Numbers
This year, United Way of Greater Atlanta will provide assistance to more than 381,000 individuals and families across Greater Atlanta’s 13-county region. From the Child Well-Being Mission Fund, the United for Racial Equity and Healing Fund, and the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund, we’re providing sustainable and equitable improvements for the well-being of children, families […]
Emergency Housing Assistance Program helps more than 7,800 individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
“Myself and my kids are so grateful to you all. You really reached out to us when we needed it the most.” – Emergency Housing Assistance Program funding recipient Jallow Hadijjatou Like so many City of Atlanta residents, Jallow Hadijjatou lost her job at the start of pandemic. A single mother and immigrant, the stress […]
United Way and the City of Atlanta Announce the Emergency Rental Assistance Program Re-opens with new round of funding
ATLANTA – October 4, 2021 – United Way of Greater Atlanta and the City of Atlanta announced today that the Emergency Housing Assistance Program will re-open October 4th to distribute an additional $12M in Department of Treasury funding received through the United States Treasury. The current Emergency Rental Assistance Program totaling $15.2M in federal funds […]
