News and Stories
August 26, 2024
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.,…
August 23, 2024
We are excited to announce the members of our Young Professional Leader’s Board for 2024-2025
Our YPL Board is comprised of a diverse group of emerging philanthropic leaders committed to making a measurable and sustainable impact on child well-being in Greater Atlanta. Through shared experiences, commitment to mission, and philanthropic investments, we provide a path forward for future generations of donors. These new cabinet members join with the United Way team…
July 30, 2024
Chair of the Tocqueville Cabinet 2024-2025: Christi Schenzel
We are excited to share that Christi Schenzel, a longtime United Way of Atlanta leader, Tocqueville Member, and Women United leader, will serve as Chair of the Tocqueville Society and the Ivan Allen Giving Circle for 2024/2025. Christi brings a depth of professional and philanthropic leadership experience and commitment to the child well-being mission and…
July 18, 2024
Toys for Tots request form opens August 1
The toy request form will be available on the Toys for Tots website to qualifying organizations starting August 1, 2023.
June 18, 2024
Appreciation for our outgoing Tocqueville Chair Tricia Holder
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Tricia Holder, our outgoing Chair, for her transformative leadership over the past two years.
May 21, 2024
16th Annual Women’s Leadership Breakfast: Not Just a Breakfast
Held at The Woodruff Arts Center on May 2nd the event featured esteemed panelists from various industries,


