United Way Young Leaders Society

10/22/2026

AI can save time, help us learn, and make everyday tasks easier—but how do we know when to trust its answers?

Join United Way of West Alabama’s Young Leaders Society for Be Smarter With AI: What to Trust, What to Question, and What to Protect.

Heather Schlick Falls, founder of GROW & Flourish Co., will share practical ways to check AI-generated answers, protect personal and work information, spot misleading content, and know when to rely on your own judgment.

Monday, November 9 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
United Way of West Alabama Boardroom
Lunch provided - RSVP: https://forms.gle/nvhmhmXMCvVCYn1X8

10/13/2026

WOW! We had such a great time at The Dating Game! Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun night. We had a great crowd, a great show, and even better company!

Congratulations to our matches! A big thank-you to our sponsors and everyone who helped make the event possible. Your support helps United Way of West Alabama’s Emergency Fund provide assistance to local individuals and families facing unexpected hardships.

Check out all the photos from the evening on our page!

10/13/2026

10/05/2026

Congratulations to our YLS President and former WAYLA recipient, Briana Houston! Keep up the incredible work!

DCH Health System announced Friday that Briana Houston has been named vice president of marketing and communications after serving in the role on an interim basis since late May.

10/05/2026

Our bachelors and bachelorettes have one last message for you: GET YOUR TICKETS!

The Dating Game takes the stage THIS THURSDAY! Single, taken, or just coming for the entertainment—join us for a night of laughs, audience participation, and a little matchmaking, all benefiting United Way’s Emergency Fund.

Thursday, October 8 | 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Cypress Inn Pavilion

Bring your friends, cheer on your favorites, and see who makes a match!

Don’t pay more at the door—tickets increase by $10 at the event. Get yours now: https://uwwa.org/dating

09/29/2026

The Dating Game has some good people behind it. 💘 Swipe through to meet the sponsors helping us put on a fun night for a good cause. See you October 8!

09/25/2026

Getting date-night ready 👔👀

We sent bachelor Matt Abney to The Shirt Shop to make sure he’s looking sharp for The Dating Game.

Huge thanks to our Matchmaker Sponsor, The Shirt Shop, for getting Matt ready for the big night!

The outfit is handled… now we’ll see how the dating part goes.

🎟️ October 8 | Cypress Inn Pavilion | Tickets at the link in our bio!

09/22/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR EARLY BIRD TICKETS! 🚨

The Dating Game is almost here, and Early Bird pricing ends this Thursday, Sept. 24!

Grab your ticket now for $40 before General Admission jumps to $50.

Grab your friends, pick your red and green flags, and get ready for a night that could get very interesting.

The Dating Game is taking over Cypress Inn Pavilion on Thursday, Oct. 8 from 5:30–8:00 PM with live matchmaking, crowd reactions, drinks, laughs, and plenty of moments you’ll be talking about afterward.

And yes — it’s all for a good cause, benefiting the United Way of West Alabama Emergency Fund.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: uwwa.org/dating

09/18/2026

🌹 MEET THE BACHELORETTE: ABBYE BLOCKER 🌹

Confident, motivated and always ready for the next adventure, Abbye is a licensed veterinary technician who spends her days caring for animals. Outside of work, she loves traveling, playing mahjong and doing just about anything outdoors—especially boating! 🐾🚤

She’s looking for someone who can go with the flow, keep the conversation going and have a great time no matter where the plans take them.

Join us Thursday, October 8, from 5:30–8 p.m. at Cypress Inn Pavilion to see who wins a date with Abbye—all while supporting the United Way of West Alabama Emergency Fund!

Think you could be her match—or just want a front-row seat for the fun? Apply to participate or purchase your tickets at uwwa.org/dating.

09/17/2026

🌹 MEET THE BACHELOR: HARRIS BUSBY 🌹

As Director of Health and Wellness at Indian Hills Country Club, Harris Busby knows the importance of staying active—but there’s much more to him than his workout routine!

Eclectic, optimistic, introspective and authentic, Harris enjoys being outdoors, writing, spending time with his dog and people-watching from a great restaurant in a big city.

He isn’t searching for a specific “type”—he’ll know the right connection when he finds it. Good banter certainly helps, especially with someone who can be goofy one minute and deep and profound the next.

Join us Thursday, October 8, from 5:30–8 p.m. at Cypress Inn Pavilion to see who wins a date with Harris—all while supporting the United Way of West Alabama Emergency Fund!

Think you could be his match—or just want a front-row seat for the fun? Apply to participate or purchase your tickets at uwwa.org/dating.