News and Stories
January 11, 2021
OUT Georgia, United Way of Greater Atlanta Launch LGBTQ+ Impact Fund
ATLANTA, Ga., January 11, 2021 — OUT Georgia Business Alliance and United Way of Greater Atlanta have launched the OUT Georgia Impact Fund to drive a meaningful, measurable, and lasting impact for LGBTQ+ communities across the Greater Atlanta region. The OUT Georgia Impact Fund, powered by United Way of Greater Atlanta, will be guided by a community-led advisory committee to…
December 16, 2020
Cole Society Leadership Spotlight: Michael Peterson
"I had been involved with United Way since I joined UPS in 2010 and I saw the Volunteer Involvement Program was a way to flex the ways in which I’m able to give back to the community."
December 11, 2020
Klump Family Foundation’s significant gift to United Way helps those affected by pandemic
Michael Klump’s first foray into philanthropy came at a young age in St. Louis, Missouri where he grew up. His family was regularly involved in volunteer events in his neighborhood — he specifically recalls carnivals hosted by local nonprofits benefiting muscular dystrophy. “I haven’t thought about that in a long time,” he says with a laugh.…
December 3, 2020
‘This is enough to get me the boost I needed’
This story was published originally on Dec. 2, 2020 and has been updated as of March 30, 2021. Jackson Hayes moved to Atlanta from Charlotte, North Carolina to “get out of his comfort zone,” and pursue his interests in entertainment. “I’m single and live by myself — of course I’ve got some friends and stuff, and…
November 24, 2020
Become a champion for your community
Editor's Note: This story's featured image is from Housing Justice League's Facebook page. Atlanta is a community full of champions — people who work each day to improve the quality of life for every single person in that community. Greater Atlanta needs even more champions, though, if we’re going to change our standing as the…
November 11, 2020
Tocqueville Society Member Spotlight: Malika Terry
"I have a strong desire to give back to the community and volunteering gives me a sense of purpose beyond my day-to-day responsibilities. I am also inspired to give back to my community in order to set a good example for our two daughters, Gabrielle and Danielle."





