By Meghan Barp One of the most important parts of our work at United Way is bringing people together for a common cause. After 18 months of virtual events and Zoom meetings, […]
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Juneteenth: A Day of Celebration & Reflection
As we work to address racial inequity in our own backyard, we must also reflect on our nation’s difficult history impacting our Black neighbors. This week, the U.S. Congress passed […]
Hands On: Economic Mobility Volunteer Series
When we announced our 2021 Hands On: Economic Mobility Volunteer Series, we were hopeful for the impact we could make together across Greenville County — but we were blown away by […]
Teacher Appreciation Week
In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked United Way staffers to share stories about some of the influential teachers in our lives. This is what we heard: “Mr. Maxie […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Jeani Barchalk
For our last National Volunteer Month spotlight, we hear from OnTrack Greenville mentor Jeani Barchalk. Learn more about Jeani’s service as a mentor and what this experience has taught her about Greenville […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Danielle Jeanty-Morton
Our National Volunteer Month spotlight series continues with Danielle Jeanty-Morton, a member of our AmeriCorps Upstate team who currently serves as a resource navigator and financial educator through Goodwill. Learn more […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Tina Sabia
If you’ve volunteered with us or attended a United Way event over the last decade, chances are you’ve met Tina Sabia. Tina has been volunteering with us since 2012, serving […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Adam & Kristen Tuiletufuga
For our second National Volunteer Month spotlight, we caught up with Adam and Kristen Tuiletufuga whose service through our Keep the Lights On initiative just a few months ago helped Greenville County […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Adriana Ramsey
As we kick off National Volunteer Month, we’re shining the spotlight on a handful of United Way volunteers who have been instrumental in providing relief and moving our community forward. […]
2021 Stronger United Awards Celebration
On Thursday, March 18, we took to the Peace Center stage to celebrate and recognize the impact of our generous donors and volunteers during our virtual 2021 Stronger United Community Awards Celebration. Among the […]