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    United Way Day of Action

    Each year on and around June 21, United Way of Central Alabama joins with hundreds of other United Ways around the world for United Way’s Day of Action.

    It’s a global volunteering activity, where people can take a small step to make a big difference. For some, it’s stuffing backpacks full of books to encourage reading and improve early literacy. For others, it’s planting community gardens to foster civic pride and promote affordable, healthy eating. For United Way, Day of Action mirrors the work that we do all year long, building stronger, more equitable communities where everyone can thrive.

  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) New Volunteer Information Session

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    United Way of Central Alabama 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

    We need your help as a volunteer to serve our community for the 2024 tax season.  To learn more about our program and opportunities to get involved, please join us for a new volunteer information session where we overview volunteer roles and preview the necessary IRS trainings to volunteer.

  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) New Volunteer Information Session

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    United Way of Central Alabama 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

    United Way of Central Alabama’s Free Tax Preparation program has served over a thousand clients this year.  As a result, area residents saved over $450,000 in tax prep fees and

  • Tax Volunteer (VITA) Training for United Way of Central Alabama (In-person)

    United Way of Central Alabama 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

    Join the United Way of Central Alabama for the 2024-2025 Tax Volunteer In-Person Training. Become an IRS-certified volunteer and help your community by providing free tax preparation services. Sign up now to make a difference this tax season.

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    Publix Toy Drive

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    Locations throughout Central Alabama AL, United States

    This holiday season, you have the power to bring smiles to the faces of children across Central Alabama. The Publix Toy Drive, in partnership with United Way of Central Alabama, is your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children in our community.

  • Tax Volunteer (VITA) Training for United Way of Central Alabama (In-person)

    United Way of Central Alabama 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, United States

    Join the United Way of Central Alabama for the 2024-2025 Tax Volunteer In-Person Training. Become an IRS-certified volunteer and help your community by providing free tax preparation services. Sign up now to make a difference this tax season.

  • Visiting Allocations Team Meet & Greet

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    United Way of Central Alabama Protective Green Space 3600 8th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United States

    Join us for a special Volunteer Allocation Team (VAT) Meet and Greet—an opportunity to connect, learn, and get inspired. Whether you're a longtime volunteer or exploring how you can make a difference, this informal gathering is a chance to meet fellow changemakers, ask questions, and learn more about how VAT volunteers help direct funding to the programs that matter most.

    Free

  • Back to School Backpack Drive

    Locations throughout Central Alabama AL, United States

    Join United Way Hands On for our annual Back-to-School campaign, supporting local students and schools as they prepare for a new academic year! From July 7–25, 2025, community members can donate backpacks and school supplies to help ensure every student starts the year ready to learn.

  • Back to School Beautification

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    Locations throughout Central Alabama AL, United States

    Roll up your sleeves and help local students start the year strong! During Back-to-School Beautification Week, United Way Hands On will lead volunteer projects at schools across our region—planting flowers, painting classrooms, cleaning playgrounds, and more. It’s a great opportunity to make a visible difference before the first day of school.

    Volunteer sign-ups and project details will be available soon!