WOMEN UNITED
Are you a woman looking to get involved in your community?
Women United members are community leaders who empower, educate, and elevate women to become powerful philanthropists through their time, talent and financial resources.
Women United (WU) is about women helping women.
It’s comprised of caring citizens who contribute $1,000 or more annually to advance the work of United Way of Greater Greensboro. If you make your gift online, be sure to click “Women United” under the Engagement Group section.
FOCUS & INITIATIVES
Helping women and families in our community succeed
WU has been instrumental in empowering women in our community to overcome challenges and barriers to succeed. The group addresses issues including hunger, education, early childhood development, ending the cycle of abuse, teen pregnancy, housing, career and life skills and beyond.
Community Speaker Series
Hosted by WU every other year, United Way’s Community Speaker Series convenes multi-generational women from across our community to learn together, connect with one another, and be inspired while supporting the work of United Way.
Handbags for Hope Auction
Hosted by WU, this annual celebration of fashion and compassion raises funds and awareness for the work of United Way. Hundreds of women gather their girlfriends for this energetic live auction of beautiful designer handbags–a fun, fashionable evening, all for a great cause.
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 Women United-exclusive volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
ENGAGE Events
Socialize and network twice annually with Women United and members of United Way’s African American 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 & JOIN US
For more information about the Women United, please contact Julie Longmire Dauray at 336-378-5023.
STORIES OF IMPACT
Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s 11th Annual Charity Day to Support United Way’s Efforts to End Poverty
(Greensboro, NC, September 18, 2019) – The community is invited to join United Way of Greater Greensboro for Tidal Wave Auto Spa’s 11th Annual Charity Day on Friday, September 20, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tidal Wave Auto Spa chose to direct all donations to United Way of Greater Greensboro again this year, describing the organization as […]
Public Invited to Attend United Way’s Annual Community Celebration to END Poverty
(Greensboro, NC, September 13, 2019) – The community is invited to join United Way of Greater Greensboro on September 27, 6 to 9 p.m., at Revolution Mill in Greensboro for United Way’s annual Community Celebration to END Poverty. The family-friendly event will feature live music by JujuGuru, food trucks and attendees will be treated to beer […]
Artists United to End Poverty Benefit Album Pre-Sales Available, Release Party Sept. 6
(Greensboro, NC, August 29, 2019) – Artists United to End Poverty, a local benefit album, is exclusively available for pre-sale purchase on iTunes (not Apple Music) and when the album officially releases on September 6, will be available on Amazon Music and Google Play. Album information and downloading instructions can be found at: www.culturepushers.org/album. The […]
United Way of Greater Greensboro Accepting Letters of Interest for Grant Funding
Greensboro, NC (August 28, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro (UWGG) is accepting Letters of Interest (LOI) from current and unaffiliated non-profit partners for the 2020-2022 strategic grant process. Letters of Interest are due no later than September 27, 2019. LOIs during this grant cycle must be from local non-profits offering solutions that address basic needs, employment […]
57 Local Youth Hired as a Result of Plus One Program
United Way of Greater Greensboro and the City of Greensboro partnered again this year to expand summer employment opportunities for local youth with the Plus One program. In its second year, 17 employers hired 57 local youth for summer employment. Research shows there are major benefits of summer employment including gaining work experience and supplementing […]
News & Record Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor: The goal of this letter is to share facts surrounding the grant-making process for United Way of Greater Greensboro (UWGG). First, please allow me to provide some context. From 2014 to 2018, UWGG held collaborative discussions with nonprofits and community leaders. These conversations resulted in co-creating a more effective grant making model. Our […]
MeaningFULL Meals Helping Feed Children Over Summer Months
Greensboro, NC (July 3, 2019) – United Way of Greater Greensboro is mobilizing the community throughout July with its annual MeaningFULL meals program in partnership with BackPack Beginnings and The Volunteer Center of Greensboro. Six years ago, United Way and The Volunteer Center started MeaningFULL Meals, a nutrition project that seeks food donations to help feed school […]
Celebrating Success: Willie’s Story
“I’ve always had a lot of goals, but I didn’t have the support I needed to accomplish them. Now I have everything I need to change my life thanks to the Family Success Center.” Born and raised in Greensboro, Willie Tatum graduated from high school but struggled to find her footing soon after. Raising four […]
United Way Welcomes New Board Members
Greensboro, NC (June 14, 2019) – On June 12, at its annual meeting, United Way of Greater Greensboro announced new Board and Campaign Chairs and donors voted unanimously to welcome five new members to its board of directors. New board members include: Claudia Cannady, Community Leader Davida Martin, Community Leader Bill Morrisette, Morrisette Paper Company […]
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 […]
Join us on Sept. 27, 6 – 9 p.m. at Revolution Mill for our annual Celebration to END poverty.
Enjoy a live performance by JujuGuru, featured on the Artists United to End Poverty benefit album! Show your support for ending local poverty!
Enjoy free beer provided by Natty Greene’s, food trucks, outdoor games and more.
RSVP by Sept. 20. RSVPs are not required but are appreciated.
See photos from last year’s event.
Join us for Young Leader’s annual Trunk-or-Treat!
Sunday, October 27, 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 – SIGN UP HERE to host and decorate trunks, greet families, organize car parking, host games & more!
Download flyers:
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.
