United Way of Northwest Georgia

Civic and Social OrganizationsGeorgia, United States11-50 Employees

United Way of Northwest Georgia is a local nonprofit organization focused on improving education, basic needs, and health to advance the common good in Northwest Georgia. It operates by connecting donors, volunteers, businesses, churches, and local governments with high-quality human service programs, aiming to address complex community challenges with measurable, lasting impact. Serving a civic and social sector, the organization seeks to prepare children for kindergarten, help students read at grade level by third grade, and support life skills and financial counseling to reduce long-term reliance on basic needs like food, housing, and utilities, while promoting health and preventative services.
Based in Dalton, Georgia, the organization collaborates with schools, community partners, and volunteers to create opportunities and coordinate resources for those in need. While the group is structured as a regional arm of the broader United Way network, its activities emphasize local partnerships and initiatives designed to foster community thriving. A recent development includes hosting a Church Safety and Security Summit to address safeguarding congregations, reflecting its engagement with community safety and resilience efforts.

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