United to End poverty
We are the conveners. The leaders who unite people and organizations to improve lives and move Greensboro forward. Our mission is clear: to end poverty, together. Through data, partnership, and bold action, we’re building a stronger city, one household at a time.
Our Mission
Improve lives and create thriving communities by mobilizing and uniting the caring power of Greensboro, North Carolina.
Our Method
How is Our Mission Achieved?
Directing Resources
We know how and where to invest financial contributions to create lasting solutions that address the root causes of poverty.
Uniting Efforts
We work hand in hand with employers, nonprofits, schools, funders, and all who share our commitment to ending poverty, supporting them in return.
Changing Perceptions
We use advocacy and education to challenge misconceptions about poverty and build understanding.
Listening to community voices
We hold insightful listening sessions to better understand our community’s needs and uncover collaborative solutions that make a real difference.
Driving Progress with Data
We use data to drive informed decisions and provide critical insights to support our partners.
Our Bold Goal
Aligning Every Strength Greensboro Has
At United Way of Greater Greensboro, we lead by uniting our city and aligning every strength Greensboro has — across nonprofits, schools, businesses, healthcare, government, and caring neighbors — behind one, powerful goal: end poverty for good.
We do this through data and deep listening.
Bold but achievable goals.
Thoughtful strategy.
And urgent, united action that mobilizes the most dedicated.
Imagine a Greensboro where no potential is lost. Where gaps in education, training, workforce, housing, and healthcare are bridged. Where every person has the tools and support to build a stable, thriving life.
Our core pillars
Do what good neighbors do.
Watch out for each other. Show up in hard times. Listen and lend a hand. Good neighbors want their community to be strong.
Lead the way locally.
Set the vision. Build the plan. Bring the data, the backbone, and the drive. Lead with grit. Work shoulder to shoulder.
Drive change through relentless collaboration.
Teach the truth. Share the facts. Open eyes. Shift hearts. Education and advocacy help people to see poverty like never before.
Build understanding and courage.
Gather the courageous doers and map the journey to ending poverty so we all understand our role in getting there.
Become a Poverty Disruptor
Together, let’s transform the future of our city.
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Use your time and talents to support neighbors working toward stability.
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Raise awareness and champion solutions that help our community thrive.
