News and Stories

November 14, 2024

What will Greater Atlanta look like in 2044, and beyond?

At United Way of Greater Atlanta, we envision a future where every child can achieve their dreams. A future where every family has a safe place to call home, and every person doesn’t just make a living wage but has job opportunities in thriving industries. Where teachers greet classes of students ready and excited to…
November 4, 2024

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

Our county advisory boards play a pivotal role in representing United Way of Greater Atlanta within the community, helping to ensure that each neighborhood’s voice stays integral to our decision-making processes. By engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, the advisory boards foster a collaborative and inclusive approach to community development, rallying together organizations and…
October 23, 2024

Motel to Home: Mary’s Story

Mary, a single mother of two boys aged 10 and 4, faced significant housing instability after being evicted in 2018. Her situation improved when she found Frontline Housing, a United Way of Greater Atlanta Motel to Home partner, through a Facebook resource group. Mary and her children qualified for assistance through the Kids Home program,…
October 21, 2024

Celebrating the Dedication of the Peace & Unity Room

United Way of Greater Atlanta in Gwinnett celebrated the dedication of our Peace & Unity Room at the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. The Rotary Club of Gwinnett County sponsors this space. This special event took place on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, with a dedication program and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Peace & Unity Room is the…
October 4, 2024

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

Please meet the dynamic board members of the Northwest Region. With their expertise, heart, and care for their communities, United Way of Greater Atlanta is able to make a lasting impact in Cherokee, Cobb, Douglas and Paulding counties.
September 30, 2024

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…

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