Your Personal Brand Doesn’t Have to Be All About You
Rachel Awtrey’s commitment to service is just one reason she was selected to be a United Way Brand Ambassador. There was a time, not so long ago, when the term……
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People Connecting People to Health and Human Services
When you have an emergency, you call 9-1-1. But what about when you’re looking for community resources, or confronted with hard times and need help? Call 2-1-1! Think of United……
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United Way will support 249 Birmingham and regional programs in 2020
Recently, United Way of Central Alabama’s Board of Directors approved a $26.4 million allocation to 71 United Way partner agencies. The funding will support 249 programs within a five-county region……
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Financial Tips During a Crisis
A crisis has a way of making us all adjust our priorities, get down to the nitty gritty and go into survival mode. COVID-19 is no exception. In fact, doing……
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8 Ways to Thank Frontline Workers
Nurses. Doctors. Grocery store employees. Delivery drivers. Warehouse workers. First responders. Truck drivers. Cleaners. There are so many people who are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak. They continue……
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Got Taxes? We’ve Got You Covered with Free Filing for All.
In 2019, UWCA prepared more than 3,575 tax returns for FREE! They say the only things certain in life are death and taxes, neither of which is especially pleasant to……
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United Way Receives Over $500,000 Grant to Provide Housing Services
United Way of Central Alabama was recently awarded $520,000 through the Housing Affordability Trust. The grants will serve various programs throughout UWCA, including 2-1-1 and Meals on Wheels. This year,……
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Online and On-site, Volunteers Take Action!
Volunteers braved the heat to get the Bush Hills Community Garden ready to grow! On June 21st, United Way Hands On, the volunteer center of United Way of Central Alabama……
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Agency Story: Arc of Central Alabama
Smiles all around! The Arc of Central Alabama helps people of all ages and backgrounds live their best lives. Independent, Motivated and Going Above and Beyond: Jeremy’s Story Every day,……
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Setting the Pace for an Extraordinary Year of Giving
Each summer, United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) kicks off its fundraising season with the Pacesetter campaign during which area companies make a commitment to support our community. Even in……
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Agency Story: The Salvation Army
Thanks to The Salvation Army, Donna and her daughter have new hope for the future! Many Americans are just a few paychecks or one big setback away from homelessness. And……
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Update on Crisis Funding to Area Nonprofits
To support Central Alabama during these unprecedented times, United Way of Central Alabama launched the Community Crisis Fund, which provides funding to nonprofit organizations stressed by dwindling resources and increasing……
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