Ramona and Calina: A Safe Haven Friendship Every day, United Way of Central Alabama and our network of more than 80 partner agencies and programs impact individuals throughout our community….
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Ramona and Calina: A Safe Haven Friendship Every day, United Way of Central Alabama and our network of more than 80 partner agencies and programs impact individuals throughout our community….
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Across the United States, more than 37,000 military veterans experienced homelessness in January 2019, with about 290 of Alabama’s bravest heroes among them. Veterans face the same issues that contribute…
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The following is a real-life account from a participant in United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA)’s Free Tax Preparation Program. Each January, I’m filled with a specific dread. It haunts…
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They say the only things certain in life are death and taxes, neither of which is especially pleasant to contemplate. But at this time of year, it’s probably taxes that…
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United Way Meals on Wheels has launched a campaign called “A Taste of Hope” to ensure no seniors in Jefferson County go hungry this holiday season and recruit volunteers to…
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People throughout Central Alabama will soon have access to a tool that will help connect them to all of the transportation resources in the region. United Way of Central Alabama…
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United Way of Central Alabama’s Women United recently hosted a Lunch and Learn on the Opioid Crisis and its impact on women. The panelists included Beth Bachelor, Fellowship House; Meg…
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The Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS) has awarded its coveted accreditation to United Way of Central Alabama’s 2-1-1 Information and Referral Center after the center completed expected practices…
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United Way of Central Alabama’s Priority Veteran Initiative, Vettes-4-Vets, and a coalition of veteran service organizations are launching a groundbreaking study on the needs of Alabama’s Veterans to be conducted…
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The 5th Anniversary of BOLD GOALS, a United Way Initiative, was the focus of United Way ’s recent annual meeting. The coalition aligns existing programs, resources, and best practices to…
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HELP SERVE A HOT MEAL WITH A WARM SMILE That is what Bert Bloomston, a Meals on Wheels volunteer, brings to every person he visits each week on his route…
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A Madison County United Way volunteer was driving through South Alabama’s Hurricane Michael disaster area and ran low on gasoline. Even though she knew she was low on gas, she…
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