United Way of the Greater Capital Region

United Way of the Greater Capital Region United Way of the Greater Capital Region mobilizes communities to action so all can thrive.

10/08/2026

Everyone deserves access to computers, high-speed Internet, and support to participate in an increasingly digital world.

10/07/2026

It's a bird? It's a plane? No, actually it's a boarding pass!

One week to go.
Are you registered?
See you at the The Hangar at 743 | Event Venue Oct 14

đź“Ł Introducing United Way's 2026-2027 Campaign Chair! đź“ŁAs we prepare for our Campaign Takeoff, we are delighted to welcom...
10/07/2026

đź“Ł Introducing United Way's 2026-2027 Campaign Chair! đź“Ł

As we prepare for our Campaign Takeoff, we are delighted to welcome Wally Altes as our Campaign Chair.

Wally has been a longtime champion of United Way. He has served as a member of our Board of Directors. Wally also led our organization in 2018 when he served as the United Way's interim President and CEO.

We are honored to have his excitement and energy once again this year.

Be sure to join us on October 14 to hear from Wally as we officially kick off the 2026-2027 campaign season!

10/06/2026

Countdown is on to October 14th!
You’re Invited to United Way’s Campaign Takeoff
Billy Floyd and Peter Gannon will be there. Will you? Reserve Your Seat at UnitedwayGCR.org

10/06/2026

It’s Digital Inclusion Week. United Way’s Data and Coalitions Manager, Carrie Fassett explains why it’s necessary to close the digital divide.

Did you know almost 40% of households don’t have access to high speed internet. Think about all of the things you need high speed access for throughout your day.

United Way’s is proud co-founder of the Digital Equity Coalition of the Capital Region.

helps close the affordability gap.

10/05/2026

This October we are celebrating a major milestone in partnership with Imagination Library đź“š

300,000 books!

The growth and reach would not be possible without your support!
Thank you to every individual who has donated to this program and supported the gift of reading. A very special thank you to our partners who believed in this program from the very beginning and supported launching Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in the Capital Region
Fagan Associates
Fenimore Asset Management
Price Chopper Supermarkets
Chet & Karen Opalka
Wells Fargo Advisors
Roberta & William Winsman

And a special shoutout to US Postal Service for delivering the gift of reading to thousands of local families!

10/01/2026

Last Call for Power Pitch Applications!
There is still time to submit. The portal closes this weekend.
Local nonprofits have the opportunity to receive the Esther Patterson Power in Action Grant, a $10,000 award, designed to support impactful community initiatives that support women. Don't wait, start your application today.

We are looking for organizations dedicated to empowering women throughout the Capital Region through increased access to education, healthcare, and financial opportunity.

09/30/2026

Two more days to get your apps in for Power Pitch!
Deadline is Friday, October 2. Share your project on how you’re supporting and lifting up women in the Capital Region.
Capital District LATINOS one of our winners shared their experience and what they’ve been up to!

We are also super excited to have Giuliana Bruno back to emcee in December!

We had a pleasure of hosting John Emge, Senior Director of Network Engagement at United Way Worldwide at our Latham offi...
09/29/2026

We had a pleasure of hosting John Emge, Senior Director of Network Engagement at United Way Worldwide at our Latham office recently. The team gained new insights on addressing community needs and growing as a trusted partner to provide innovative solutions. Thank you John, for the time you spent with us! We are so appreciative of the visit and the outlook!

09/28/2026

ICYMI: Chief Impact Officer, Clair Reid was on with Giuliana Bruno on Friday morning’s broadcast talking all things Power Pitch ⚡️ Applications are due Oct 2! Share your ideas, submit for a chance to win $10,000 unitedwaygcr.org/power

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8 British American Boulevard
Albany, NY
12110

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+15184562200

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