United Way of Greater Greensboro Announces Historic Milestone in Efforts to END Poverty
Greensboro, NC (June 7, 2019) – United Way is pleased to announce a historic milestone in its efforts toward ending poverty, as July will mark the first time all of United Way’s strategic partners have been selected through a new open funding process led by local volunteers. Over the past four years, United Way phased in this new community impact model with […]
United Way Day of Action Promotes Volunteerism in Greensboro
Greensboro, NC (May 2, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro, in partnership with The Volunteer Center of Greensboro and local community organizations, is promoting volunteerism on United Way’s Day of Action, June 21. On and around June 21, tens of thousands of people across the globe volunteer as part of United Way Worldwide’s Day […]
Mona Edwards to be Awarded with Blount Lifetime Achievement Award at United Way Community Speaker Series, May 20
Greensboro, NC (April 25, 2019) – On May 20, during United Way of Greater Greensboro’s annual community speaker series, Mona Edwards will be honored with the Gwendolyn and Dr. Alvin V. Blount Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award. Mona Edwards has dedicated her professional career and life to helping others achieve personal greatness. Edwards is currently the […]
United Way Young Leaders hosting Brunch & Bubbles Featuring Live Music by J. Timber
Greensboro, NC (April 12, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro’s 2nd annual Brunch & Bubbles hosted by Young Leaders will now feature live music by Greensboro legend J. Timber. Timber—who has a mural of himself in downtown Greensboro—will be performing at the event. Known for his soulful voice and heart for life, J. Timber ‘s mix of […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro Giving Away New Car at Rice Toyota on April 7
Greensboro, NC (April 3, 2019) – Giving has its perks! As part of United Way of Greater Greensboro’s 2018 campaign, six donors were randomly selected as semi-finalists for a chance to win a 2019 Toyota Camry. On Sunday, April 7, at 3 p.m., all six semi-finalists will attend the final drawing at Rice Toyota, 2630 […]
United Way Offers GSO College Students Impactful Alternative Spring Break
For the second year in a row, United Way of Greater Greensboro provided a free, local alternative spring break to college students. 10 students from University of North Carolina at Greensboro, North Carolina A&T State University and Guilford Technical Community College were selected from a competitive application process to participate in the week. Each day, […]
Ben & Jerry’s Partners with United Way for Free Cone Day April 9
Greensboro, NC (April 1, 2019) – Ben & Jerry’s Friendly Center is partnering with United Way of Greater Greensboro for the fourth year in a row to celebrate “Free Cone Day” on Tuesday, April 9, 12 to 8 p.m. Free Cone Day offers every visitor to Ben & Jerry’s a free ice cream scoop of […]
United Way Promotes Volunteerism During National Volunteer Week, April 8-12
Greensboro, NC (March 28, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro, in partnership with The Volunteer Center of Greensboro and local community organizations, is promoting volunteerism this National Volunteer Week, April 8-12, 2019. All are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and get involved. Visit uw.forcefieldnc.com/Volunteer to sign up. Opportunities are available for both individuals […]
Beloved Hollywood Actor Ernie Hudson to be Keynote Speaker at United Way’s Community Speakers Series
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 […]
United Way Young Leaders hosting Brunch & Bubbles
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 […]