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Clearing Records, Opening Doors: Three Years of Impact Through The Promise

January 23, 2026

A criminal record can create lifelong barriers, limiting access to jobs, housing, education, and stability. These barriers don’t just affect individuals. They affect entire families...

United Way Invests $1 Million to Tackle Hunger Crisis Across the Region

October 31, 2025

When families in our communities face hunger, the United Way network acts – quickly and collaboratively. This week, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern...

United We Prepare: Strengthening Community Resiliency in Greater Philadelphia

September 24, 2025

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) has joined Verizon and 13 other local United Ways across the country to launch United...

PECO partners with United Way to Launch $10 Million Customer Relief Fund

July 30, 2025

As record-high summer temperatures drive up energy demand—and energy bills—United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) is proud to partner with PECO...

Power, Possibility, and the Next Right Thing: Reflections from the 2025 OpportUNITY Summit

June 5, 2025

On May 28, more than 450 cross-sector leaders gathered in Philadelphia for United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey’s 4th annual OpportUNITY Summit....

New $5M Initiative Aims to Uplift Camden Through Jobs and Community Support

May 1, 2025

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ), alongside Cooper University Health Care, Virtua Health, Holman, NFI Industries, and PNC Bank has launched...

Partnership Brings Needed “Community Fridge” To North Philadelphia Pharmacy

February 25, 2025

The Shop and Carry Pharmacy in North Philadelphia became home to a new community fridge, providing free, fresh food to the neighborhood. The Philadelphia Partnership...

Empowering Communities Through Connection: Celebrating One Year of the Expanded Digital Navigator Network

September 19, 2024

When MD, a young mother from Algeria, arrived in the U.S., she struggled to adapt to a new country. Despite her experience as a journalist,...

From Crisis to Collaboration: Supporting University City Townhomes Residents

September 10, 2024

In 2021, the decision not to renew the public housing tax subsidy at University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia caused widespread concern. This move affected...

United For Safety: Standing Together Against Gun Violence

June 24, 2024

“Our young family was reeling from a random act of senseless violence. We were lucky to find 211’s Violence Prevention Helpline.” These are the words...

Five Takeaways from the 2024 OpportUNITY Summit

May 30, 2024

Meaningful change doesn’t happen overnight; it requires tenacity and commitment. It requires us to persevere in the face of adversity. But what happens when challenges...

Empowering Dreams with a Matched Savings Program

May 23, 2024

Stability has always been a top priority for Akirah. Having moved more than 20 times before the age of 25, she was determined to provide...

Breaking Barriers with Record Clearing Clinics

May 15, 2024

Married for 15 years, a homeowner, and now record-free, Jay sees boundless opportunities ahead for himself and his family. From a troubled childhood navigating the...

Partnerships Propel Prosperity

May 9, 2024

In the 2023 fiscal year, United Way introduced a new way of investing in people, communities, and partners. Through the Partnership Grant Program (PGP), United...

Explore our 2023 Impact Report

May 6, 2024

Dear Friends, We are grateful for your support. As we reflect on the last year, we are inspired by the many individuals, businesses, and community...