News and Stories
October 10, 2025
Out of the margins into housing that heals
Take a walk down the streets of Atlanta, and you’re bound to see—or look away from—the faces of neighbors experiencing homelessness. In 2019, Trans Housing Coalition (THC) Founder and photographer Jesse Pratt Lopez refused to look away. She began photographing women on the street around Piedmont Avenue, drawn to their strength and resilience. The LGBTQIA+…
October 2, 2025
Meet your 2025-26 Young Professional Leaders Cabinet
United Way of Greater Atlanta announces its 2025–2026 Young Professional Leaders Cabinet, led by incoming Chair Eric Jones of Ameris Bank.
October 2, 2025
Introducing your 2025-26 African American Partnership Cabinet
United Way of Greater Atlanta announces the largest African American Partnership Cabinet in the group’s history, led by co-chairs Monique M. Carter and Ricky McLeod.
September 30, 2025
Welcoming the 2025-26 Women United Cabinet
We could not be more excited to introduce United Way of Greater Atlanta’s Women United Cabinet, a group of leaders committed to championing the needs of women and children throughout our region. Last year, we celebrated 25 years of impact through Women United’s leadership, honoring Atlanta heroines and group founders Dr. Johnetta B. Cole, Ann…
September 19, 2025
Setting GEEARS in motion
15 years ago, United Way of Greater Atlanta helped launch GEEARS: Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students, elevating our local early childhood education efforts statewide. From preserving the Georgia Pre-K program to promoting infant mental health, learn how strategic partnerships shaped the first five years of this advocacy organization—and why those early years matter…
September 12, 2025
Building up our youngest learners
A renovation and repair grant helps childcare provider Alana Dorsey live out her dream of serving the South Fulton community and provides space for her young learners to reach new heights.
September 11, 2025
Introducing our 2025-26 Board of Directors
United Way of Greater Atlanta announces its 2025–2026 Board of Directors, led by incoming Chair Brian Sappington. With 11 new members, the board is focused on advancing child well-being and breaking the cycle of poverty across the region.
September 5, 2025
Where generosity is a pleasure
From its earliest days, Publix Super Markets has been committed to strengthening the communities it serves. As Publix marks another year as United Way of Greater Atlanta’s leading corporate partner, we celebrate the vital role they’ve played in our 120-year journey.
August 31, 2025
Trusted voices, healthier futures
Community Health Workers in Clarkston break down barriers to health education for refugee and immigrant families, driving health equity in a time where access to healthcare is under threat.
August 31, 2025
Atlanta 2044
Imagine the year 2044…what do you want to see? We can shape Greater Atlanta’s future by investing in the kids who will grow up to become the heroes of tomorrow.