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United Way of Greater Atlanta’s Young Professional Leaders (YPL) wraps holiday gifts for a toy drive
January 28, 2025

United Way’s Young Professional Leaders Spread Holiday Cheer

During the holidays, United Way of Greater Atlanta celebrated by doing more for the children and families in our community who need it most, one wrapped gift at a time. The Young Professional Leaders (YPL), a group of emerging professionals dedicated to empowering young learners, embodied this spirit of generosity at their first annual holiday toy…
December 5, 2024

Cierra’s Story

Cierra Davis has always been ambitious—working hard for everything she has. And with each success, she made sure to invest in the success of others, as a longtime supporter of United Way. She never expected to be picking up the phone to call 211, our contact center that has served as a community lifeline since…
November 25, 2024

Spotlight on New Tocqueville Senior Director Ebonie Bailey

What is your favorite part about fundraising, and why are you interested in the Tocqueville Society? I think my favorite part about fundraising is just working for a mission. Very early in my career, I realized that I wanted to do something meaningful and impactful that made a mark in the community. Once I was…
November 22, 2024

An Evening of Art and Community: Tocqueville Society at the Warehouse Gallery 

Members of the Tocqueville Society recently enjoyed an extraordinary evening at the Warehouse Gallery, surrounded by stunning works of art in a beautiful space generously provided by long-time Tocqueville and Ivan Allen Society member, John Wieland. The event was a perfect blend of art and reflection, as attendees contemplated the concept of home—both in the…
November 22, 2024

AAP Donor Spotlight: Frangela Merritt

The African-American Partnership Donor Community is excited to spotlight Frangela Merritt. She is a Sourcing Management Lead for AT&T's Mass Markets Supply Chain & Operational Efficiencies, where she supports the Global Supply Chain by driving the company's strategic vision by negotiating optimal costs and securing top-tier supplier products. She is dedicated to reducing educational disparities…
November 22, 2024

Introducing United Way of Greater Atlanta’s 2024 – 2025 Southern Crescent Region Advisory Board Members 

United Way of Greater Atlanta is thrilled to introduce the 2024-2025 Southern Crescent Advisory Board Members. These esteemed professionals from across Greater Atlanta’s Southern Crescent region are not only leaders in their fields but also dedicated to serving children, individuals and families across the communities they live and/or work within. 

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