United Way of Greater New Bedford
United Way of Greater New Bedford works to bring together individuals, businesses and organizations to address our community’s most urgent needs. We believe that to truly improve lives in our region, we must act collectively to impact the critical issues affecting our neighborhoods – building a better community for us all.
Through an annual campaign, we provide funding to more than 60 programs at local health and human service agencies serving residents of New Bedford, Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Freetown, Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester and Wareham. In addition, we administer a number of programs to address specific needs in our community. Through the Hunger Commission of Southeastern Massachusetts we supply food to emergency soup kitchens and food pantries in Bristol County, while our Community Building Mini-Grants Program provides funding and skill-building opportunities to all-volunteer groups. In addition, our Volunteer Solutions database provides the only local online volunteer tool to match willing volunteers with nonprofits in need of support.
It takes our whole community working together to reach our goals. Whether it requires fundraising, planning, or just getting people to work together, that’s what we do.
We need your support! Visit www.unitedwayofgnb.org to learn more about the different ways that you can help.
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Volunteers Reach Out to Promote LIVE UNITED Message
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 10/6/2011
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way allocates nearly $1 million to support local programs and community initiatives
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 08/11/2011
- Announcements & Press Releases
2011 United Way Mini-Grants Available for All Volunteer Groups Applications due by April 8th
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 02/27/2011
- Announcements & Press Releases
New Bedford Orpheum Photography Show
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 09/22/2010
- Arts & Culture , Announcements & Press Releases
United Way Announces LIVE UNITED Week September 12-18 Various events planned to raise awareness about philanthropy and to encourage community involvement
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 09/2/2010
- Announcements & Press Releases
15th Annual Youth Day of Caring Encourages Volunteerism
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 05/18/2010
- Announcements & Press Releases , Education , Economic Development
United Way’s Largest Fundraiser Slated for June 11th - About 750 expected to attend waterfront event
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 05/18/2010
- Announcements & Press Releases
“Between the picturesque location, the delicious meal and the live entertainment, ticket holders receive quite a value for their money while supporting the community at the same time,” said Michelle N. Hantman, United Way president. “This is the 16th year we’ve held this event, and each year people tell us how much they look forward to it.”
Pearly Baker Band’s 25th Anniversary Celebration to benefit the United Way Hunger Commission
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 03/24/2010
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
United Way Staff and Volunteers Receive Honor for Young Professionals
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 12/9/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
Four members of the United Way staff, including Michelle N. Hantman, President; Sarah Gonet, VP of Resource Development; Caroline Cuccia, Director of Marketing & PR; and Lisa Calvano, Director of Finance & Administration, were awarded the honor.
New Bedford Firefighter’s Union in their 11th Annual Toy Drive
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 12/9/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
New Bedford Firefighters ask that new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at any New Bedford Fire Station from 8am-6pm, New Bedford Credit Union (1150 Purchase Street or 120 Dawson Street) , or Ashley Ford (395 Mt Pleasant Street) through Thursday, December 17th. These toys will be distributed to local organizations serving youth throughout New Bedford on Friday December 18th.
United Way Mobilizes Volunteers for Projects that Help Nonprofits
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 10/1/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
Summer Fund Provides Employment & Enrichment Opportunities for Local Youth
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 07/22/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way of Greater New Bedford - Signature Event Reaches 15 Years
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 05/11/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way will hold its Annual Clambake with Lobster fundraiser for the 15th consecutive year on Friday, June 12th at Pier 3 in downtown New Bedford.
“This event has come such a long way from where it began,” said Michelle N. Hantman, United Way President. “It started out as a small community fundraiser with a couple hundred people and has grown to one of the largest annual events of the summer with more than 700 people in attendance.”
14th Annual Youth Day of Caring Encourages Volunteerism
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 05/11/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way Recognizes Local Leaders at Awards Dinner
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/16/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way announces a $150,000 investment aimed at advancing effective foreclosure prevention programs
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/16/2009
- Announcements & Press Releases , Economic Development
Volunteers Are At Core of LIVE UNITED Campaign
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 10/28/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
LIVE UNITED Website Provides Resources for Civic Involvement
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 10/28/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
Volunteers Are At Core of LIVE UNITED Campaign
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 10/9/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way Mobilizes Volunteers to Assist Local Non-profits
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 09/30/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
Employees from 9 local companies participated in United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Day of Caring today, an annual event in which area businesses loan out employees to provide nonprofit agencies with much needed support.
United Way Launches 2008 Campaign & LIVE UNITED Movement
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 09/9/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way’s Largest Fundraiser Slated for June
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 05/16/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
Summer Fund provides grants to summer camps and enrichment programs for local youth
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/23/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases , Education
With summer just around the corner many local youth are gearing up for warm months filled with outdoor activities and time with family and friends.
Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for thousands of other children who lack the financial means necessary to access quality summer programs.
South Coast Business Alliance Announces Dos de Mayo Event
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/16/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
16th Annual NALC National Food Drive Slated to Take Place on May 10th
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/8/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
Bill Walsh of Lockheed Martin to Receive Prestigious William J. Cabral Memorial Award
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 04/8/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases , Coaching & Leadership
Greater New Bedford United Way Brings Young Professionals Together to Encourage Local Philanthropy - Cocktails With A Cause event encourages community service
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 03/5/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way Helps Nonprofits Find Board Members
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 02/25/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way Mini-Grants Program Kicks Off 2008 Grant Cycle - Applications from All Volunteer Organizations due by April 4th
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 02/25/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases
United Way of Greater New Bedford Welcomes New Board Members
- By United Way of Greater New Bedford
- Published 02/25/2008
- Announcements & Press Releases

