AFRICAN AMERICAN LEADERSHIP
AAL members are community leaders who invest their time, resources and voice to serve those in need. AAL members are engaged and plugged in to the needs of the community, with a focus on empowering minority communities to succeed.
African American Leadership (AAL) is comprised of caring citizens who contribute $1,000 or more annually to United Way of Greater Greensboro. If you make your gift online, be sure to click “African American Leadership” under the Engagement Group section.
FOCUS & INITIATIVES
African American Male Initiative (AAMI)
AAL has been instrumental in the establishment and success of African American Male Initiative (AAMI) programs at Wiley Elementary and Jackson Middle School, in partnership with Guilford County Schools under the program management of Communities in Schools of Greater Greensboro. AAMI is a pilot mentoring program focused on serving African American and Latino boys from disadvantaged environments.
Community Speaker Series
Hosted by AAL every other year, United Way’s Community Speaker Series welcomes transformative speakers to convene thought-leaders and inspire action in our community.
Breakfast with Community Leaders
Hosted by AAL, this is an annual gathering of concerned citizens interested in learning about our community’s most critical issues, and how United Way, its donors, and community partners are working together to solve them.
MEMBER BENEFITS
Be a Community Impact Leader
Share your ideas and build relationships with group members, United Way staff and community leaders in a variety of fun and meaningful settings.
Lead Change
Be a part of United Way’s movement to END poverty. You have an opportunity to support societal change and make history.
Be Recognized as a Leadership Donor
Receive philanthropic recognition as a United Way Leadership Donor.
Be a Volunteer Hero
Participate in at least two African American Leadership-exclusive volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
ENGAGE Events
Socialize and network twice annually with African American Leadership and members of United Way’s Women United and Young Leaders affinity groups.
Perks
Network with community leaders, receive special invitations and early ticket access to events. You’ll also receive a Caring Club Card that gets you special discounts from restaurants and businesses.
LEARN MORE AND JOIN US.
For more information about African American Leadership, contact Michael Cottingham at 336-378-6617.
SUCCESS STORIES
Greensboro, NC (March 19, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro is welcoming Erine Hudson, one of the most sought-after actors of our time, as this year’s keynote for the 2019 Community Speaker Series at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center on Monday, May 20, 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hudson has an impressive, diverse […]
Greensboro, NC (March 14, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro’s 2nd annual Brunch & Bubbles hosted by Young Leaders is on Sunday, April 28, 11 a.m. to 1 pm. at the Revolution Mill Color Works Meeting Space. Over 100 people will attend the event, which features mimosas, shrimp and grits, gourmet waffles and more by Pepper Moon […]
Are you looking for ways to serve your community? Roll up your sleeves and join us for National Volunteer Week, April 8-12. United Way of Greater Greensboro, The Volunteer Center and many partner agencies are pleased to provide you with a variety of ways to give and volunteer your time.
- Daily individual and group opportunities.
- Get your office or community group involved with a project!
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
April 9th is Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day benefiting United Way!
Ben & Jerry’s wants to say thank you with FREE ice cream. We are excited to be a partner for the fourth year in a row.
Free Cone Day will take over the central plaza of Friendly Center and will feature outdoor games, a DJ, and appearances by special guests.
There will be an opportunity to make a donation to United Way during the event, and 100% of donations received will be given to support United Way’s efforts to end poverty.
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 and corn hole.
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 made possible through generous sponsorship by Concrete Express, Proctor and Gamble, Pepper Moon Catering and Lincoln Financial.
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!
- Food drive to help stock local shelves that support local kids
- Ask your office or community group to host a donation box.
- Sponsorship opportunities available.
- More to come!
- 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!
