What We Do

 

 

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Board Members visit local daycare.


United Way works to address our community’s biggest issues. 

The need is great, but our partnerships are greater.

For over 80 years, United Way of Northwest Georgia has united diverse partners and innovative approaches to get to the root causes of complex challenges holding people back. Driven by research and data, we invest in high-quality programs to create opportunities for individuals and families in Whitfield and Murray counties to thrive. We do this by leading, serving, influencing, and convening the nonprofit social services sector to deliver quality services with exceptional outcomes.

United Way of Northwest Georgia is a proud local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Northwest Georgia.

Connecting people in need with people who want to help

Mission Statement

Improving Lives. Inspiring Donors. Uniting Community.

 

Vision Statement

To be the preferred organization investing in education, basic needs, and health in our community.

 

United Way of Northwest Georgia is led by a Board of Directors comprised of locally trained volunteers.


Strategic Guidelines

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Education

Get kids ready for kindergarten, reading at grade level by 3rd grade, and graduating on time with skills to be career and life-ready.

 

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Basic Needs

Reduce the long-term need for food, housing, and utility assistance through life skills education and financial counseling.                  

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Health

Support prevention services so youth and adults are healthy and avoid risky behaviors.

United Way Worldwide Membership Standards

 

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