Hurricane Helene: A Call for Support

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Hurricane Helene: A Call for Support

Posted on October 2, 2024

On September 27th, Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, devastated six southeastern states, leaving a path of destruction in its wake. Catastrophic flooding has affected North and South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Florida and West Virginia. Emergency response teams are working around the clock, utilizing mules and airplanes to deliver supplies to remote areas where roads remain impassable. In response to this crisis, United Way of Central Alabama — in partnership with United Way Worldwide, other local United Ways and partner agencies — has launched a secure website dedicated to support for the victims of Hurricane Helene. …
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Highlights from UWCA’s 2023 Annual Report

Posted on March 19, 2024

In 2023, UWCA celebrated its 100th anniversary by expanding its services and impact including providing over 18 million meals and assisting 352,888 clients with health services. …
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Thanksgiving 2023

Posted on November 15, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving from United Way of Central Alabama. We are immensely grateful for the unwavering support of our donors, volunteers and partners. …
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Food Drives for Miners Also Help Drive Local Economy

Posted on January 21, 2021

It’s always a struggle to lose a job unexpectedly, but it’s especially hard right before the holidays. Unfortunately, that’s what happened to 350 workers at the Shoal Creek Mine in…
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A Great Way to Show Our Community Some Love

Posted on January 12, 2021

“Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” –Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For almost two decades, United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) has honored Dr. King’s legacy…
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ClasTran Helps Meals on Wheels Keep Hope Rolling for Seniors

Posted on October 28, 2020

ClasTran first hit the road in 1997, aiming to provide a much-needed service to seniors and people with disabilities: reliable transportation. Since then, the program has helped countless individuals connect…
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Area Coal Miners Show They Have Hearts of Gold by Holding Blood Drive

Posted on June 11, 2020

Central Alabama was forged in the fires of industry. The area’s rare abundance of iron ore, coal and limestone — the three raw materials needed to produce pig iron used…
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Say “I Count” in 2020

Posted on March 11, 2020

DO IT NOW! Look for your invitation in the mail to complete the 2020 U.S. Census form (online, by phone or through the mail). So don’t put it off. It…
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A Lifetime of Leadership. An Agent of Change.

Posted on October 1, 2019

The cover of the June 17, 1974 edition of Time shows an all-American family: a husband and wife sit with their daughter beaming behind them; in front of them, the…
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Hands On Birmingham Rebranding as United Way Hands On

Posted on July 15, 2019

United Way of Central Alabama’s volunteer arm is rebranding. United Way Hands On, formerly known as Hands On Birmingham, not only has a new name and logo, but also new…
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LEE COUNTY TORNADO RESPONSE EFFORT LAUNCHED

Posted on March 4, 2019

ONE DONATION SITE FOR VICTIMS United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) in partnership with United Way of Lee County, has launched a secure and trusted donation site that will serve…
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1 in 6 Seniors Struggles with Hunger

Posted on November 6, 2018

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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