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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Our Impact
UWCA Annual Meeting Features Bold Goals
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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1 in 6 Seniors Struggles with Hunger
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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2-1-1 Prevents Hurricane Volunteer from Becoming Stranded
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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New Birmingham Restaurant Hosts United Way Sneak Peek
Members from United Way of Central Alabama’s Young Philanthropist Society and Tocqueville Society gathered at the brand new Blueprint on 3rd for A Sneak Peek for a Cause. Restauranteur Dean…
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United Way and SAIL Support Summer Enrichment Academy
The Third annual Power Scholars Academy wrapped up at Meadow View Elementary with forty-six rising third through six graders gaining access to educational resources throughout the summer months and low-achieving…
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United Way Collaboration on SAIL Enrichment Camp a Success
“Dream big, set your goals high, and you can achieve anything”– one of the many inspirational phrases heard by students throughout Dreamcatchers Camp 2018. Thanks to a grant from United…
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REGIONAL NETWORK UNVEILS “BUILDING (it) TOGETHER” REPORT, CAMPAIGN TO ALIGN EDUCATION AND TRAINING WITH JOBS
The Bold Goals Coalition of Central Alabama’s Workforce Action Network (“Network”) today released a major report and launched a public engagement campaign focused on aligning education, economic development and workforce…
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Honoring Veterans Every Day of the Year
Even though Veteran’s Day is November 11th, United Way honors veterans every day of the year through the Priority Veteran initiative. This year United Way’s Priority Veteran has helped stabilize…
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