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We are your United Way.

At United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg, we believe that every individual in our region — particularly those who face longstanding disadvantages — deserves to be supported along the path to success.

United Way is engaged in nearly 1,800 communities across more than 40 countries and territories worldwide. We are focused on creating community-based and community-led solutions that strengthen the cornerstones for a good quality of life: education, financial stability and health. Learn more about United Way’s worldwide efforts.

Nothing we do is possible without a crew of caring, collaborative people sharing their talent and commitment across the region every day.

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We invite you to learn more about the initiatives and programs that improve the lives of millions of people in our region.

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United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg is a major funder to more than 50 local organizations working on the front lines to create lasting change in communities throughout the region.

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To ensure consistency and transparency, we follow the comprehensive requirements developed by the United Way system.

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To unite around key issues facing our region, United Way engages individuals and organizations who represent the diversity of the communities we serve.

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United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg traces its roots back more than a century to when a group of concerned citizens got together to discuss how to help meet community needs.

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