No one wants to look back on March 2020, but let’s revisit one positive moment where community partners stepped up and stepped in for United Way. It’s no surprise that…
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Birmingham Literacy Day event leads to big book donation from United Way of Central AL
This post originally appeared in partnership with Bham Now. March is Literacy Month and United Way of Central Alabama’s affinity group, the J. Mason Davis Leadership Society (JMDLS), teamed up…
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Hatton Smith Leads Successful Dunne Circle Recruitment for United Way of Central Alabama
There’s probably a good chance you’ve heard Hatton Smith’s name before; but in case you haven’t, chances are it will soon become familiar. As the CEO of Back Forty Beer…
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3 tips on how to handle and avoid debt, plus upcoming United Way financial stability workshops
The post originally appeared in partnership with Bham Now. As director of Financial Stability Services at United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA), Doug Horst knows a thing or two about…
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When Women Unite, Futures are Improved
When women unite, futures are improved. No group of women better exemplifies this statement than the members of Women United at United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA). They empower each…
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United Way of Central Alabama Welcomes New Board Members to 2022 Board of Directors
Behind United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) is a group of community leaders guiding the mission. Coming from different companies and different counties, the members of the UWCA Board of…
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Birmingham students write and produce “My Voice Will Cry Out,” an original Black History performance supported by United Way
The post originally appeared in partnership with Bham Now. Students, educators, civic leaders and community partners throughout the Magic City gathered together last week to participate in and watch an…
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Join United Way of Central Alabama and 2-1-1 Call Centers Nationwide in Celebrating 2-1-1 Day
Every February 14th, we celebrate Cupid’s birthday, but an even more important occasion happens a few days earlier. February 11th, which is numerically 2-1-1 Day, is also the time to…
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Jefferson, Shelby, Walker and Blount Counties Awarded Funds Under Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program
February 4, 2022 For more information: Samuetta Nesbitt, Sr. VP Public Relations (205) 613-5373 The Local Board of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program is now accepting Phase 39 and…
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United Way of Central Alabama Celebrates Black History Month 2022
During Black History Month, we take time to honor the contributions and legacy of Black Americans by educating ourselves and others on their significant impact across communities. It also reminds…
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Learn How to File Your Taxes for FREE this Year
No one loves filing taxes, right? But this year, it’s easier than ever to file your own taxes if you use MyFreeTaxes.com. With MyFreeTaxes®, filing your return is free! That means…
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United Way Hands On and Honda team up to give back on MLK Day
This article originally appeared in partnership with Bham Now. “MLK Day of Service is always circled on my calendar.” That’s what a volunteer from the Honda Plant in nearby Lincoln, Alabama…
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