Living united: buffalo & erie county
2019 Philanthropists of the Year: Michael Toner & Paulette Crooke
The Power of Giving
Use your superpowers and be a hero on Giving Tuesday, December 3rd!
Pitch 10's Winner For Every Little Handprint Plans to Expand in Second Year
We sat down with Olivia Larson, Executive director of For Every Little Handprint to learn more about their work and what they plan on doing with the $10,000 first-place prize.
Meet Mary Teresa: Making Connections in the Workplace Day-After-Day
When employees struggle at home, they often bring added stress into the workplace, affecting job performance and employee retention. That's where people like Mary Teresa come in. Learn what a typical day looks like for our Work/Life Solutions Resource Coordinator.
Women United Celebrates Success of Inaugural Gateway to Golf Event
Women United held it's first Gateway to Golf event, bringing together over 125 women to learn golfing skills, play in a scramble tournament, and get to know each other. The event capped off with a keynote by Mary Wilson on the transformative power of sports in her life and what it can mean for all young women.
United Way's Green Team Celebrates Earth Day
The Green Team at United Way has been busy since they first got started just a few short months ago. Take a look at the difference they've made already!
Meet Jeff Slawson, United Way: Families April Ambassador
We sat down with April's United Way Families Ambassador Jeff Slawson to learn more about what makes him tick, and why he's so passionate about giving back.
From Bankruptcy to Homeownership Thanks to Free Tax Prep
After her divorce, Christina suddenly found herself a single mother of three in deep financial trouble. Hear how her experience at a free tax prep event led to so much more than she could have imagined.
Little Things Make A Big Difference For Our Community
Our March United Way: Families Ambassador talks about how she chooses to give back over the course of the year and how little things can make a big difference for families in our community.
United Way: Families Ambassador Holly Taughrin Talks Helping Students, Growing Up Poor
For our newest United Way: Families Ambassadors, the issue of struggling families hits close to home.
Additional Funding for GO Buffalo Mom Can Help More Moms Like Sierra
An additional $49,650 in funding from Univera Healthcare will help support GO Buffalo Mom; a program that helps ensure pregnant mothers access prenatal care on a consistent basis.
AAI of WNY: Veterans in Manufacturing
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentice Amanda
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentice JoAnn
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentices Niayah & Carolyn
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentice Stephen
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentices Amanda & Kelly
AAI of WNY: Meet Apprentices Emma & Christine
AAI of WNY: Meet Employer Anna
2018 Philanthropists of the Year: Robert and Chesterine Stevenson
Robert and Chesterine Stevenson’s commitment to this community exemplified by whole-hearted community service, strong organizational leadership, and selfless philanthropy is why we are proud to name them as the 2018 Philanthropists of the Year.