In the 1950s, emerging business leaders found their career beginnings volunteering as loaned executives at United Way. Their legacy of generosity continues to shape Atlanta’s future.

New federal tax laws shape how donors can maximize impact, while minimizing their tax burden in 2026.

When the longest government shutdown in history halted SNAP and early learning funding among other benefits, thousands of Greater Atlanta families were left wondering what would happen. United Way of Greater Atlanta and our partners are stepping in to fill the gaps when safety nets fail.

For many Greater Atlanta families, the gap between child care costs and what they can afford is growing, and it’s costing them their careers. United Way of Greater Atlanta’s BOOST scholarships gave Jasmine and Kiemoni’s two toddlers a chance to learn and thrive.

When basic needs are met, dreams become reachable. United Way of Greater Atlanta’s dream for our future is for all families to be financially resilient and have access to what they need to thrive.

Learn how we’re helping the 14,000 Greater Atlanta youth who aren’t in school or working turn their big dreams into real opportunities.