Housing referrals from United Way helpline hit all-time high: ‘a sounding alarm for communities’

The 211 network saw “a sharp increase in people struggling — particularly around finding and keeping stable housing,” a ...
Morningstar

United Way Worldwide Names Rosie Allen-Herring as Interim President and CEO

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- United Way Worldwide (UWW) today announced that Rosie Allen-Herring has been appointed the Interim President and CEO of the organization following the ...
Housing Finance

Calls for Housing Assistance Surge

Referrals for housing assistance reached an all-time high of 6 million last year, marking a 150% increase over the last 10 ...
AOL

United Way CEO resigns after allegations of sexism and retaliation surface at the nonprofit

Brian Gallagher, the CEO of United Way Worldwide since 2009, has resigned from his role. Former employees alleged misogyny and retaliation at the nonprofit, Huffington Post and Insider reported.
AOL

Angela F. Williams redefines leadership as CEO of United Way Worldwide

Angela F. Williams is one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year, a recognition of women who have made a significant impact in their communities and across the country. Meet this year's honorees at ...
Post and Courier

United Way has a new tool to help SC residents manage SNAP delays. Here’s how to use it.

FLORENCE — As the federal government shutdown continues to disrupt essential services, United Way Worldwide and the U.S. 211 network have been working toward responding to heightened food insecurity ...
Yahoo

A new award for 'civic bravery' recognizes everyday people who step up

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. FILE - United Way CEO Angela Williams poses for a portrait in Alexandria, Va., Aug. 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) NEW ...
The Chronicle of Philanthropy

United Way Worldwide Now Accepting Bitcoin Donations

United Way Worldwide is now accepting donations in Bitcoin, the organization said Monday, making it one of the largest nonprofits yet to wade into digital-currency fundraising. United Way is ...
The Chronicle of Philanthropy

New on the Job: John J. Dooner Jr., Chairman of the Board, United Way Worldwide

Background: Mr. Dooner is chairman of McCann Worldgroup, a marketing and communications organization that operates in more than 125 countries. He started his career in advertising in 1970, and served ...
The Durango Herald

United Way of Southwest Colorado to change name, go independent

United Way of Southwest Colorado is becoming independent. The organization is adopting a new name, Team Up, and breaking away from United Way Worldwide, effective July 1. UWSC President Lynn Urban ...
KFVS12

United Way of Southeast Missouri receives transportation grant

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - United Way of Southeast Missouri was awarded a grant from United Way Worldwide to expand United We Work, a workforce transportation system. UWSEMO Executive Director, ...