Program areas at United Way of Greater Charlotte
Community investment: the community investment process is focused on economic mobility across the region, while also helping provide a safety net for people and families in need. Annually, United Way of Greater Charlotte (uwgc) invests in more than 100 local nonprofit agencies and initiatives through the funding provided by generous corporate, public sector and individual donors.continued on schedule o
Designations to other United ways and other 501(c)(3) organizations: donors may direct their contributions to out of area United ways or qualified tax-exempt organizations that provide services in the areas of health, housing, and children and youth. These funds are raised and distributed by our United Way to the organizations.
Government grants: uwgc partners with the city of Charlotte, mecklenburg county and the state of north carolina to distribute funds to organizations and coalitions that, together, work to end homelessness.continued on schedule o.
Critical needs: uwgc understand that many people across the four-county region are living in a crisis situation every day. Uwgc is committed to changing that by providing flexible funding to more than 100 non-profits working year-round to meet the needs of our most vulnerable residents.2-1-1: nc 2-1-1 is a service provided by the United Way of north carolina and is north carolina's resource for free information and referral services regarding health and human services and resources. Nc 2-1-1 has a database of over 19,000 resources, including food pantries, homeless shelters, utility and rental assistance, health clinics, prescription drug assistance, counseling and substance abuse services, child care resources, senior resources, resources for persons with disabilities and much more. Volunteerism: uwgc's volunteer engagement efforts align with the overall strategic direction of the organization by focusing on generating real impact for our partner nonprofit agencies and raising revenue to further our mission. Skill-based volunteering and fee-for-service managed projects are the primary areas of emphasis. Through our website we offer referrals for individuals, groups or companies looking for volunteer opportunities and encourage them to make arrangements directly with those agencies listed. Uwgc also engages volunteers through board/committee and community investment volunteer opportunities.