United Way of Greater Charlotte

United Way of Greater Charlotte United Way of Greater Charlotte lifts children and families out of poverty by investing in neighborhood and grassroots organizations.

United Way of Greater Charlotte uses collective giving to build pathways to economic opportunity, primarily through neighborhood-based, grassroots and responsive solutions.

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re proud to recognize the Latina/e/o/x leaders whose experiences, talents an...
09/23/2026

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re proud to recognize the Latina/e/o/x leaders whose experiences, talents and commitment strengthen our organization and our community.

Today, we’re celebrating Anthony Valderrama, manager of Unite Charlotte, who was recently selected as a 2026 LatinxEd Education Leaders Pathways Fellow.

Anthony shared that the experience has challenged him to think more deeply about the interconnected systems we navigate and how leaders, educators and community members can create meaningful change within them.

That commitment is reflected in his work with Unite Charlotte, which strengthens grassroots organizations led by people of color through funding, capacity-building and leadership development. Together with our neighbors and community partners, Anthony helps create stronger neighborhoods where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Congratulations, Anthony! We are proud to support your continued growth and grateful for the leadership you bring to United Way of Greater Charlotte and our community. 🧡

09/22/2026

Over hundred .energy employees. Eleven thousand hygiene kits. One shared commitment to supporting hardworking families across Charlotte-Mecklenburg.

We are incredibly grateful to Duke Energy for helping make this impact possible. These kits provide essential items to local residents who work hard every day but may still struggle to afford the basics.

For 95 years, United Way of Greater Charlotte has stood alongside our community. We know that having a job does not always mean having financial stability. One medical emergency or unexpected expense can put everyday necessities out of reach.

Supporting working families is not a one-day effort. It requires a lasting commitment from our entire community, and we are thankful to partners like Duke Energy for continuing this important work with us.

⏰ REMINDER: The Unite Charlotte application deadline is approaching!Grassroots nonprofits are doing essential work acros...
09/21/2026

⏰ REMINDER: The Unite Charlotte application deadline is approaching!

Grassroots nonprofits are doing essential work across Charlotte-Mecklenburg, and Unite Charlotte is here to help strengthen that work.

Through funding, capacity-building and leadership development, Unite Charlotte supports nonprofits as they grow their impact and continue serving our community.

Eligible Mecklenburg County nonprofits with annual operating budgets between $500,000 and $2 million are encouraged to apply.

Applications close Friday, September 25, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/grants/

Charlotte residents, your voice matters.What’s working in our community? What needs more attention? United Way of Greate...
09/18/2026

Charlotte residents, your voice matters.

What’s working in our community? What needs more attention? United Way of Greater Charlotte is proud to support our partner, Knight Foundation, in gathering feedback directly from residents through the Community Wellbeing Survey.

In just 15 minutes, you can share your experiences and help community organizations and local decision-makers better understand where investments can make the greatest impact.

Your responses are anonymous and confidential.

Take the survey today: CommunityWellbeingSurvey.norc.org

Together, we can help build a stronger Greater Charlotte.

09/16/2026

As we celebrate 95 years of United Way of Greater Charlotte, we’re also looking ahead to what comes next.

For Dazia, our Neighborhood Relationship Manager, the next era is about seeing years of community-centered work take root and grow. Stronger roots mean greater opportunity, deeper connections and lasting progress for the residents and neighborhoods we serve.

For 95 years, we’ve learned that meaningful change grows from the strengths already within our communities. Our role is to listen, invest and work alongside residents and partners to help that progress continue.

Stronger Neighbors. Stronger Neighborhoods. Stronger Communities. Together.

Celebrating 150 years of impact with our partners at Lilly! 🎉On Saturday, September 26, Cabarrus County residents are in...
09/15/2026

Celebrating 150 years of impact with our partners at Lilly! 🎉

On Saturday, September 26, Cabarrus County residents are invited to a FREE Community Food Distribution featuring 15,000 pounds of fresh produce and protein.

📅 Saturday, September 26 ⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 📍 Bethel Enrichment Center 1209 Opal Street, Kannapolis, NC 28083

United Way of Greater Charlotte is proud to join Lilly and The S.T.U.D.I.O. in helping ensure our neighbors have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive.

150 years. 15,000 pounds. One healthier community.

Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced a tragedy that forever changed countless lives. Today, we pause to remembe...
09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced a tragedy that forever changed countless lives. Today, we pause to remember those we lost on September 11, 2001, the families who continue to carry their absence and the first responders and everyday people who demonstrated extraordinary courage and compassion.​

Their legacy reminds us that when neighbors care for one another,
neighborhoods grow stronger and entire communities move forward.​

For 95 years, United Way of Greater Charlotte has worked alongside residents and community partners to support working families, strengthen
neighborhoods and create opportunities for everyone to thrive. That
commitment continues today.​

May we honor this day through service, compassion and a shared commitment to building a community where everyone belongs.​

We will never forget.​

Stronger Neighbors. Stronger Neighborhoods. Stronger Communities.
Together.​


Applications are now open for the 2026 Unite Charlotte funding cycle!Unite Charlotte supports grassroots nonprofits with...
09/11/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Unite Charlotte funding cycle!

Unite Charlotte supports grassroots nonprofits with the resources, capacity-building and leadership development they need to grow stronger and continue serving Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents.

Eligible Mecklenburg County nonprofits with annual operating budgets between $500,000 and $2 million are encouraged to apply.

Applications close Friday, September 25, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://unitedwaygreaterclt.org/grants/

We’re proud to be part of Connection Starts Here, a Charlotte community mental health initiative helping people find tru...
09/08/2026

We’re proud to be part of Connection Starts Here, a Charlotte community mental health initiative helping people find trusted resources, support, and community. Together, we can remind our neighbors that they do not have to navigate mental health challenges alone.

Learn more at ConnectionStartsHere.org

This Labor Day, we celebrate the power of working people.​Every day, workers across Greater Charlotte fuel our economy, ...
09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the power of working people.​

Every day, workers across Greater Charlotte fuel our economy, care for our families and strengthen our communities. United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to ensuring that hard work leads to real opportunity through access to affordable childcare, reliable transportation, basic needs and
pathways to better-paying careers.​

When workers thrive, our entire community moves forward.​

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