United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley

United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley Together, we are working toward an opportunity-rich environment where all families are supported and every child can grow, graduate, and succeed.
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United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley leads efforts to address our community’s toughest challenge: Poverty. We partner with organizations and people of all backgrounds to provide every person in our community with opportunities to succeed. Let’s work together for a brighter future for all.

GET BACK TO BASICS TUESDAYS 💚📌 BASIC #1: MAXIMIZE LOVE, MANAGE STRESSChildren thrive when they feel safe, loved, and su...
06/23/2026

GET BACK TO BASICS TUESDAYS 💚

📌 BASIC #1: MAXIMIZE LOVE, MANAGE STRESS

Children thrive when they feel safe, loved, and supported.
Simple acts like hugs, smiles, cuddles, encouragement, and spending quality time together help build strong, healthy brains. At the same time, reducing stress and creating predictable routines helps children feel secure and ready to learn.

Did you know? Positive relationships with caring adults are one of the most important factors in healthy child development.

✨ This week, make time to:
❤️ Give extra hugs
❤️ Tell your child you love them
❤️ Create a calming bedtime routine
❤️ Spend a few minutes each day focused entirely on your child

Small moments of love create a lifetime of impact.

"The Basics are simple, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Together, we are helping Harris County's youngest learners build strong brains, strong families, and bright futures." 🌟

Employers, service providers, and community leaders: Join us June 30 for a Community-Wide Poverty Simulation and gain a ...
06/22/2026

Employers, service providers, and community leaders: Join us June 30 for a Community-Wide Poverty Simulation and gain a deeper understanding of the barriers many families navigate every day, from transportation and childcare to housing and financial stability, while learning how United Way and our community partners work together as a network to connect people with resources and support to get ahead.

Thank you to Columbus Consolidated Government for participating and Goodwill Industries for hosting our recent simulation.

Register today: https://unitedcv.vomo.org/opportunity/community-wide-poverty-simulation-2026

Today, we observe Juneteenth, commemorating June 19, 1865, when news of freedom finally reached enslaved African America...
06/19/2026

Today, we observe Juneteenth, commemorating June 19, 1865, when news of freedom finally reached enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.

As we observe this day, we encourage reflection, learning, and connection as we honor the legacy of Juneteenth.

Join us tomorrow at the Community Juneteenth Jubilee at the Columbus Civic Center as we continue the celebration together.

Our offices are closed today and will resume normal hours on Monday, June 22.

We're hiring! United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley is seeking a Community Schools Outreach Coordinator to help connect...
06/17/2026

We're hiring!

United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley is seeking a Community Schools Outreach Coordinator to help connect schools, families, and community partners through our Community Schools United strategy.

In this role, you'll build relationships with local organizations, coordinate outreach efforts, and help ensure students and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

If you're organized, collaborative, passionate about community impact, and enjoy bringing people together to solve challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply at: https://unitedcv.org/careers/

Please join us in congratulating Sidney Houck, Senior Director of Community Schools United at United Way of the Chattaho...
06/16/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sidney Houck, Senior Director of Community Schools United at United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, on being elected Co-Chair of the United Way Community Schools Learning Community.

Convened by United Way and the Coalition for Community Schools, this national network brings together leaders from across the country to strengthen and advance the Community Schools strategy.

We are proud to see Sidney represent the Chattahoochee Valley and help shape the future of Community Schools nationwide!

Bonnie wasn’t asking for much. She just needed a chance to stay afloat.After difficult personal circumstances, Bonnie fo...
06/15/2026

Bonnie wasn’t asking for much. She just needed a chance to stay afloat.

After difficult personal circumstances, Bonnie found herself responsible not only for her three children, but also for her father and sister, both living with disabilities, and her four-year-old nephew, all while trying to make ends meet on a single income. Without electricity and water, caring for loved ones would have become nearly impossible.

Through a local partnership between United Way and The Salvation Army of Columbus, Georgia, Bonnie received emergency utility assistance that helped restore stability when her family needed it most.

No one should face a crisis alone. Read Bonnie's full story: https://unitedcv.org/story/community-support-emergency-utility-assistance/

🙌 Volunteers Needed! 🎉Help us bring the Columbus Civic Center presents Unity Week & Juneteenth Jubilee to life!We're lo...
06/15/2026

🙌 Volunteers Needed! 🎉

Help us bring the Columbus Civic Center presents Unity Week & Juneteenth Jubilee to life!

We're looking for volunteers to assist with guest greetings, vendor support, activity areas, and more during this community celebration featuring live entertainment, food vendors, community resources, and family fun.

📅 June 20
📍 Columbus Civic Center

Sign up today: https://unitedcv.vomo.org/opportunity/juneteenth-jubilee-2026-community-event

06/11/2026

Behind every 211 call is a person carrying something heavy. On the other end is someone ready to listen, connect you to help, and remind you that you are not alone. 💙

A special thank you to our 211 Community Referral Specialist, Briana, for the kindness she showed in this moment, and to our entire 211 team, who brings care to our community every single day.

“This is my way of paying it forward. From mentee to mentor.” — DalandoWhen Jayson’s mother sought extra support for her...
06/01/2026

“This is my way of paying it forward. From mentee to mentor.” — Dalando

When Jayson’s mother sought extra support for her son, she hoped to find someone he could look up to. Through Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Chattahoochee Valley, Jayson was matched with Dalando, someone who understands the power of mentorship in a deeply personal way.

Why? Because Dalando was once a Little Brother in the same program.

Over the past year and a half, mentorship has helped Jayson grow in confidence, communication, and trust, while strengthening Dalando’s leadership and purpose along the way.

Stories like this are why youth mentorship matters. Read Jayson & Dalando’s full story: https://unitedcv.org/story/youth-mentorship-jayson-dalando/

This quarter, the Resilient Chattahoochee Valley Book Club is diving into stories about identity, healing, second chance...
05/19/2026

This quarter, the Resilient Chattahoochee Valley Book Club is diving into stories about identity, healing, second chances, and the many ways people learn to keep going through life’s hardest moments. These books open conversations about trauma, belonging, mental health, family, and hope. All things that shape how we care for ourselves, our children, and our communities.

Here’s what we’re reading this quarter:

🍊 Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson
A coming-of-age story about identity, family expectations, and finding your own voice. This book reminds us that resilience can mean honoring who you are, even when the path feels difficult.

🫶 What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey & Dr. Bruce Perry
This compassionate read reframes trauma through understanding instead of judgment. It explores how our experiences shape us and how healing begins through safety, support, and connection.

🌲 Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah
A moving novel about a child psychiatrist helping a young girl rebuild trust after trauma. It highlights the healing power of patience, community care, and human connection.

📖 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Between regret and possibility, Nora Seed explores alternate versions of her life and discovers meaning in the present. A hopeful reflection on choice, self-worth, and second chances.

Which one are you picking up first?
What themes are resonating with you this season?

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