United Way of Greater Chattanooga

A thriving community takes all of us.💫 Our funded nonprofit partners are at the heart of this belief. Together, we create an ecosystem of support in Chattanooga. Earlier this week, we had the opportunity to come together with these incredible partners for our annual Funded Partner Breakfast. It was a chance to reconnect, build new relationships, and learn from one another as we focus on supporting ALICE families in our community. The energy in the room was inspiring, reminding us just how much is possible when we come together around a shared purpose. Learn more about why we invest in local nonprofits and how those investments are strengthening our entire community at https://hubs.la/Q04t5gVb0. United is the way!

Community Engagement in action: 1 day you are curating backpack stuffing events and educating folks on ALICE households and the next you are delivering 80 backpacks to a local school to ensure all kiddos get an equal opportunity to start their school year out right! If you or your company is interested in hosting an Onsite Volunteerism event, where we bring the volunteering to you, hit me up! Happy to schedule a time to dive deeper into Onsite Volunteerism and how you can help our community grow stronger! United Way of Greater Chattanooga

This summer, we celebrated the one-year mark of our Impact Cohort! This three-year collaborative, fueled by a $6.6 million investment from United Way, is made up of 19 all-star local nonprofits. By sharing resources, learnings, and expertise, this group uses each other's distinctive strengths to amplify our shared work: building an ecosystem of support in our community, and especially for our local ALICE families. In just one year, collaboration has already led to exciting new initiatives. The YMCA and Crabtree Farms are helping bring fresh food to families throughout the summer. The Chattanooga Area Food Bank and Signal Centers are creating workforce pathways, while Chattanooga 2.0 and Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise are strengthening family engagement in Alton Park. And this just skims the surface. Learn more about the Impact Cohort and the powerful ways they're collaborating to strengthen Chattanooga at https://hubs.la/Q04rxvXb0.

Recognize any of these incredible people? We want to introduce you to a few of our very important friends! First, welcome Dalya Qualls White, Ed.D., our new 2026–2028 Board Chair. Since stepping into the role this year, she’s already bringing thoughtful, steadying leadership, and we’re so excited for what’s ahead. We also want to thank Ken Jones, MBA, who served as Board Chair from 2024–2026. While he remains an active member of our Board, we’re incredibly grateful for his leadership, dedication, and lasting impact. And finally, meet our amazing UWGC Board of Directors! This powerhouse team of community leaders (along with several not pictured) guides our work with insight, passion, and a deep commitment to our community. If you spot any of these faces around town, help us thank them for the many ways they show up for Chattanooga every day! 💙

Meet the voices shaping our 2026 United for Working Families Summit! 👀 We're thrilled to introduce a group of nationally recognized experts and leaders who will frame our conversation on August 18. These speakers represent organizations and initiatives that have helped transform our region's economy, all while proving that investing in employees and their families is as important as any ROI. Join us to be part of the conversation and walk away with practical ideas and strategies you can implement the very next day. 🎟️ Register today: https://hubs.la/Q04qFsM70 Matt Stevens, MPA, MSc, Dan Wuori, Blair Taylor, Eugene Naughton, Wade Hinton, Esq.

Volunteering makes our community so much stronger. Even serving for just one hour can have incredible ripple effects. Visit ihelpchattanooga.org today to get involved in a local volunteer opportunity that matters to you! 💚

Some of the best solutions for our community haven't been tried yet. 🚀 That's why the Catalyst Fund exists: to accelerate promising, innovative strategies for ALICE households – those that are working hard but still struggle to make ends meet. The Catalyst Fund is just one piece of our broader community investments process, which invests $3.3 million across 52 local organizations. To learn more about how we're investing in Chattanooga's nonprofit ecosystem and to meet the full list of funded partners, visit https://hubs.la/Q04qt93j0.

Actionable insights. Practical tools. Stronger communities. 🧡 Take a look back at last year’s United for Working Families Summit, an annual gathering focused on strengthening our community through the power of our workplaces. At the 2026 Summit, you'll have hands-on opportunities to learn, collaborate, and explore practical strategies that help workplaces better support families, the backbone of a thriving community. Join us in this important work. Register today: https://hubs.la/Q04pvk0H0)!

The conversation around working families is happening, and we want you to be part of it! The United for Working Families Summit is a national gathering built for one purpose – to strengthen the backbone of our communities by empowering the people who power our workplaces. With knowledgeable speakers, actionable insights, and data you can use the very next day, the 2026 Summit will go beyond inspiration to hands‑on opportunities to learn, problem-solve, and create a stronger community for all, together. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gyRvZ9QA.