Five Local Campaigns Receive United Way Spirit of NC Awards
Five out of 14 statewide recipients of this year’s United Way of North Carolina Spirit of North Carolina awards are United Way of Greater Greensboro partners. Each year, the United Way of North Carolina recognizes and awards companies and organizations that have demonstrated strong community support through local United Way involvement. The Spirit of North […]
Investing In community impact: Lifting families out of poverty
By Aaron Strasser and Jason Bohrer Originally published in the Greensboro News & Record on January 3, 2016 “Being in this class really gave me some hope that I can do things better. I can be a good example for my kids and even to myself,” says Ashley in reference to a recent training class […]
A Message About United Way and Planned Parenthood
Dear Reader, We have received several questions by members of our community as to our relationship with Planned Parenthood, spurred by recent media reports naming “United Way” as a supporter of the organization. We operate as a trusted and respected nonprofit leader in Greater Greensboro and are fully transparent as to how we steward our […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro to Welcome Spike Lee for Speaker Series May 15, Honor James “Smitty” Smith with Lifetime Achievement Award
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release CONTACT: Dana Carter, United Way of Greater Greensboro Ph: 336-378-6617 dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org (Greensboro, NC – April 27, 2015) – On Friday, May 15, United Way of Greater Greensboro will welcome celebrated American filmmaker Spike Lee as keynote speaker for its 2015 African American Leadership (AAL) Speaker Series luncheon. All are welcome to attend this […]
Meet the New Young Leaders Cabinet!
With the relaunch and focus to elevate United Way Young Leaders even more, a new Cabinet has been assembled to lead the group. These exceptional young professionals come from diverse backgrounds and bring tremendous passion, energy and commitment to serving others. Please join us in welcoming this new leadership! Daniel Englebretson, Chair Daniel Englebretson is […]
2014 Legislative Briefing: Building a Stronger North Carolina
WHEN: Friday, December 5, 2014. 10am-12:00pm HOSTED BY: United Ways of Forsyth County, Greater Greensboro and Greater High Point. WHERE: Girl Scouts Peaks to Piedmont, 1203 Frances Daily Ct, Colfax, NC 27235 United Way and the NC Budget and Tax Center are teaming up to share the story of North Carolina’s economy, the condition of the state budget […]
Meet Jason Bohrer
2014-15 UWGG Campaign Chair Dana Carter of United Way of Greater Greensboro sat down with Jason Bohrer, chair of the 2014-15 United Way of Greater Greensboro campaign, to learn more about his aspirations, inspirations and leadership. Carter: What inspired you to accept the request to serve as campaign chair? Bohrer: I have been involved with United Way […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro Honors Top Philanthropic, Service Leaders
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dana Carter United Way of Greater Greensboro Ph: 336-378-6617 dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org (Greensboro, NC – September 16, 2014) – On September 3, United Way of Greater Greensboro held its 4th Annual Women in Philanthropy Luncheon at Grandover Resort and Conference Center. More than 700 individuals convened to support United Way’s work, […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro Welcomes Five New Staff Members
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dana Z. Carter United Way of Greater Greensboro Phone: 336-378-6617 dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org (Greensboro, NC – July 1, 2014) – United Way of Greater Greensboro (UWGG) welcomes new staff members within its resource development and finance departments. The new staff members bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise from both the nonprofit […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro Welcomes New Board Members
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dana Z. Carter United Way of Greater Greensboro Phone: 336-378-6617 dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org (Greensboro, NC – June 26, 2014) – On June 11, at its annual meeting, United Way of Greater Greensboro donors voted unanimously to welcome four new members to its board of directors. Constituents also voted to accept term […]