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SUMMARY:United Way of Central Alabama 2026 Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Us Begins Here.\nJoin United Way of Central Alabama as we launch the 2026 Campaign and celebrate the partnerships\, generosity and shared commitment that make lasting change possible across Central Alabama. \nThursday\, September 10\, 2026\nSheraton Birmingham Hotel\n11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. \nGuest Speakers\n \nShark attack survivor and adaptive technology advocate Lulu Gribbin\nLulu Gribbin\nLulu Gribbin’s life was forever altered after surviving a shark attack in the summer of 2024. Her first words after waking up from the first of her lifesaving surgeries were\, “I MADE IT.” Those words set the tone for her remarkable journey of recovery\, strength and tenacity. \nIn addition to rising above her physical challenges\, Lulu has worked to pass a bipartisan bill known as Lulu’s Law\, providing an alert system for shark sightings and attacks. She also founded the Lulu Strong Foundation to improve access to advanced prosthetics and therapeutic solutions for amputees. \nCurrently a senior at Mountain Brook High School\, Lulu has spoken before the Alabama State Legislature and at TEDx Youth. She has been featured on Good Morning America and Nightline and has shared her inspiring story with audiences of up to 19\,000 people. \n\n\nProfessional adaptive golfer Chris Biggins\nChris Biggins\nChris Biggins is a highly accomplished professional golfer\, skier and coach. Competitive tours have taken him as far as Australia\, Dubai and Kenya\, earning a ranking of 18th in the world and third in the United States among adaptive golfers. \nBorn with cerebral palsy\, Chris’s drive and athleticism also earned him a spot on the U.S. Paralympic Development Ski Team based in Park City\, Utah\, where he trained from 2014 to 2022. \nChris currently serves as Director of Player Development at the Country Club of Birmingham. He has been recognized by Golf Digest as one of its Best Young Teachers and Best Teachers in Alabama and was recently named the 2025 Alabama and Northwest Florida PGA Teacher & Coach of the Year. \n\n\n\nTHE POWER OF US \nPartner With Us to Create Lasting Change\nEvery United Way campaign event is made possible through the generosity of sponsors who believe in building a stronger Central Alabama. By becoming a campaign sponsor\, your organization helps unite our community around a shared mission while demonstrating its commitment to making a difference. \nBecome a Campaign Sponsor\n \nQuestions? Contact the Campaign Team.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/united-way-of-central-alabama-2026-campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:The Sheraton Birmingham Hotel\, 2101 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campaign
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SUMMARY:2026 Pacesetter Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Now more than ever\, United Way of Central Alabama is working to address our community’s most critical needs. Learn about the extraordinary work being done to eliminate hunger\, support seniors\, address mental health issues and much more. Join us at our Pacesetter Kickoff Breakfast to hear how THE POWER OF US strengthens our community for everyone. \nTuesday\, June 9\, 2026\n9 to 10 a.m.\nDoors open for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. \nProtective Stadium Club 1101 22nd Street North Birmingham\, AL 35203 \n  \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/2026-pacesetter-campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:Protective Stadium Club\, Protective Stadium Club 1101 22nd Street North\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way of Central Alabama":MAILTO:carol.agomo@uwca.org
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SUMMARY:UWCA 2025 Campaign Finale
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the conclusion of our Annual Campaign!\nIn honor of the dedicated individuals and teams who unite to serve the needs of thousands in our community – and in grateful appreciation of our generous donors – please join us for the finale of United Way of Central Alabama’s Annual Campaign.\nAttire: Business Casual \nEnjoy complimentary beer and wine\, hors d’oeuvres and live music. \nAdmission is free! \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP\nPlease respond by December 5th. \nFor sponsorship information\, contact: campaign@uwca.org \nFor event information\, contact: jordan.coleman@uwca.org \n 
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/campaign-finale-2025/
LOCATION:The Fennec\, 1630 2nd Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35233\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way of Central Alabama":MAILTO:carol.agomo@uwca.org
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SUMMARY:Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at the 2025 Campaign Kickoff!\nEverywhere you turn\, United Way of Central Alabama is working to address our community’s most critical needs. \nLearn about the extraordinary work being done to eliminate hunger\, support our youth and address mental health issues. \nThursday\, September 4\, 2025\n11 a.m. to 1 p.m.\nDoors open at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Program begins at noon. \nThe Club Grand Ballroom\n1 Robert S. Smith Drive\, Birmingham\, AL 35209\n  \n  \nFeatured Speakers:\n \nTimothy Alexander\, Emmy-award-winning speaker\, bestselling author and Birmingham native\nBirmingham native Timothy Alexander is an Emmy-award-winning speaker\, bestselling author and coach who\, as an NFL hopeful\, was left paralyzed from the neck down following a life-changing car accident. Now\, Timothy uses his personal experience as a catalyst to inspire change in the lives of others. \nVisit Timothy Alexander’s Website. \n  \n \nMary White\, Disability Advocate\nMary White’s mission to spread a positive message of respect and equal treatment for those with disabilities has brought her to The Ellen DeGeneres Show and earned her recognition as one of Alabama Public Television’s Young Heroes. Through The Awesome Mary Show on YouTube\, Mary uses optimism\, resiliency and humor to inform and inspire viewers to join in her mission. \n  \n  \n  \n \nSponsorship opportunities are available! Contact: campaign@uwca.org for details.\nFor event information\, contact: Jordan Coleman\, jordan.coleman@uwca.org. \n 
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:The Club\, Grand Ballroom\, 1 Robert S. Smith Drive\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35209\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Pacesetter Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Find out WHY WE UNITE to change lives in our community.\nYou are invited to join us at the 2025 Pacesetter Kickoff!\nEverywhere you turn\, United Way of Central Alabama is working to address our community’s most critical needs.\nLearn about the extraordinary work being done to eliminate hunger\, support our youth\, and address mental health issues.\nJoin us at our Pacesetter Kickoff Breakfast to find out WHY WE UNITE to foster a better community for us all. \n \nFeatured Speaker: ESPN’s Lauren Sisler\nLauren Sisler is a national award-winning sports broadcaster\, author and speaker who\, as an 18-year-old college student\, lost both of her parents to their hidden battle with prescription drug addiction within hours of each other. Through her grief\, Lauren emerged from the shadows of shame and found renewed hope. \nRegister Today!\n \n 
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/2025-pacesetter-kickoff/
LOCATION:The Florentine\, 2101 2nd Avenue North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:United Way of Central Alabama 2024 Campaign Finale
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the dedicated individuals and teams who have worked tirelessly to secure funding to address the needs of thousands in our community – and in grateful appreciation of our generous donors – please join us for the finale of United Way of Central Alabama’s Annual Campaign. \nWednesday\, December 11\, 2024\n5:30-7:30 p.m. \nThe Fennec\nThe Social Room\n1630 Second Avenue South\nBirmingham\, AL 35233 \nAttire: Business Casual \nEnjoy complimentary beer and wine\, hors d’oeuvres and live music. \nFor event questions\, contact: jordan.coleman@uwca.org\nFor sponsorship information\, contact: campaign@uwca.org \nClick here to RSVP.\nPlease respond before December 6.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/2024-campaign-finale/
LOCATION:The Fennec\, 1630 2nd Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campaign
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SUMMARY:United Way of Central Alabama 2024 Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for United Way of Central Alabama’s annual campaign kickoff\, supporting more than 200 partners and programs that\naddress vital needs in our community.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/united-way-of-central-alabama-2024-campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:The Club\, Grand Ballroom\, 1 Robert S. Smith Drive\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35209\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Pacesetter Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for June 6th and join United Way of Central Alabama at the 2024 Pacesetter Kickoff!\nUnited Way of Central Alabama will set the stage for its upcoming annual campaign\, which directly impacts more than 200 partners and programs\, improving the lives of thousands of individuals and families in our community. \nDate: Thursday\, June 6\, 2024\, Time: 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. Doors open for breakfast at 7:30 a.m. \nLocation: The Florentine Ballroom\, 2101 2nd Avenue North\, Birmingham\, AL 35203 \n \nFor sponsorship information\, contact: campaign@uwca.org\nFor event information\, contact: candace.oneil@uwca.org\n  \nThank you to our Pacesetter Kickoff sponsors!\nPlatinum Sponsor\n\nBronze Sponsors
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/2024-pacesetter-kickoff/
LOCATION:The Florentine\, 2101 2nd Avenue North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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