Join the movement to END poverty
Did you know the poverty rate in GSO is 31% above the national average? That means 57,000 people and 25% of children really need your help! We’re creating a bold movement to end local poverty.
Join us and support our partnerships that work together to help:
• Kids succeed in school & life
• Adults learn new skills & land jobs
• Seniors access needed care
• ENTIRE families thrive
Watch our latest videos to see our partnerships in action.
Join United Way’s Young Leaders for their 2nd Annual Brunch & Bubbles!
Brunch & Bubbles is an annual event open to everyone.
Young Leaders invite you to enjoy mimosas, shrimp and grits, gourmet waffles, bingo, Jenga, corn hole and live music from J. Timber!
Make new connections with caring community professionals.
This year’s event will take place on Apr. 28, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Revolution Mill Color Works Meeting Space.
Proceeds will benefit United Way’s Family Success Centers.
Tickets are $30 each or two for $50. Click here to purchase your tickets before April 21!
Sponsorship opportunities available.
This event is sponsored by Cone Health, ITG Brands, Lincoln Financial, Pepper Moon Catering, Revolution Mill, Proctor & Gamble, Concrete Express, Arch Mortgage and the Ashby Family.
Visit unitedwaygso.org/speakerseries for more information & to purchase tickets!
You’re invited to join us May 20 for United Way’s Community Speakers Series hosted by African American Leadership featuring keynote speaker Ernie Hudson, a beloved Hollywood icon known for numerous movie, television and stage roles. He will share his amazing personal story of overcoming odds and adversity.
Learn more about the Keynote Speaker, Ernie Hudson, below.
Monday, May 20, 2019
11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Doors open at 11 a.m. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m.
Koury Convention Center
3121 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro
Click here to RSVP and purchase tickets.
Click here to see sponsorship opportunities for the event.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Julie Longmire-Dauray at 336-378-5023 or julie.longmire@unitedwaygso.org.
Event proceeds support programs that help end local poverty.
- Attend to get business updates.
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
- More to come!
- Individual and group volunteer opportunities
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
- More to come!
More than 65% of Guilford County School’s students qualify for free or reduced lunch. In the summer months, many of these children do not have the same access to a nutritious meal and go hungry. Be part of the solution by supporting MeaningFULL Meals this July.
Summer = time for MeaningFULL Meals! Making a big difference is as easy as 1, 2, 3:
- Get a box – available at United Way office if needed.
- Fill your box with donated food items (see full listing, below)
- Drop off collected items at BackPack Beginnings.
#MeaningFULLMeals #LiveUnited #UnitedWayGSO #LoveGSO #SoGSO
Click here for a full listing of the most needed food items and a box drop off flyer (printable).
- Network with all Affinity groups.
- Grab a drink and enjoy free hors d’oeuvre.
- Mingle with community leaders.
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
- More to come!
- Get your office, family and friends involved!
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
- More to come!
Join us for Young Leader’s annual Trunk-or-Treat!
Sunday, October 28, 2019 | 2 – 4 p.m. | 1500 Yanceyville Street
Join Young Leaders and decorate your trunk in a festive, fall fashion and hand out treats for children in our community! This event is free and open to the public.
Trunk-or-Treat is a safe alternative to trick-or-treating that brings the community together.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to host and decorate trunks, greet families, organize car parking, host games & more! Sign up link coming soon.
Click here to view photos from last year’s event.
Sponsorships available!
Gather your friends for a night of philanthropy and fun! Enjoy wine and food as hundreds of designer new and vintage handbags, accessories, experiences, and more are auctioned. Guests will receive a beautiful tote bag from Tanger Outlets.
Proceeds benefit United Way’s efforts to END local poverty.
Tickets will be on sale soon! Sponsorships are now available. Please contact Julie for more information at julie.longmire@unitedwaygso.org.
12th Annual Breakfast with Community Leaders Hosted by African American Leadership
Space is limited to the first 250 people – RSVP COMING SOON
Make plans to join us at the annual Breakfast with Community Leaders hosted by African American Leadership.
Attendees are encouraged to bring new, or gently used, coats, socks, gloves and warm hats that will be donated to local children and youth.
