Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole is a prominent community leader in Atlanta and former United Way of Greater Atlanta Board Chair. She is also the namesake for our Cole Society and represents the kind of collaborative and deeply committed leadership we hope to inspire in all our members.

As we reimagine what it means to be part of the Cole Society, we’re proud to launch the Cole Council a select group of members passionate about uplifting United Way of Greater Atlanta’s Child Well-Being Agenda through peer-to-peer leadership, philanthropy, influence and connection. The Cole Council will offer members an opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute not only through donor community events, but through impact experiences tied to the innovative work being done across our community.

Cole Council Priorities

• Create a networking space for like-minded individuals passionate about Greater Atlanta.
• Help demonstrate how the broader Cole Society creates meaningful impact in the community.
• Strengthen collaborations with our other donor communities (YPL, WU, AAP).
• Build a pipeline for future Cole Council members.

Member Commitments

Cole Council members requirements:

• Commit to 12 consecutive months seated on the Cole Council.
• Will pledge $1,500 or more annually to the UWGA Mission Fund for the 12 consecutive months seated in the council.
• Serve as ambassadors for United Way’s Child Well-Being Agenda.
• Provide thought leadership around value proposition and how Cole Society can evolve.
• Attend at least two in-person impact event during their time on the Council.
• Attend at least two in-person quarterly meetings during their time on the Council.