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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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

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, the South Coast Business Alliance will be holding their 2nd Annual Dos de Mayo networking event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit United Way of Greater New Bedford.

16th Annual NALC National Food Drive Slated to Take Place on May 10th

United Way and the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) are teaming up once again for the 16th Annual NALC National Food Drive, which will take place on Saturday, May 10th.

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

William Walsh, Vice President & General Manager of Lockheed Martin Sippican, Inc., is slated to receive the prestigious William J. Cabral Memorial Award at United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Annual Awards Banquet, to be held on April 10th at White’s of Westport.

Greater New Bedford United Way Brings Young Professionals Together to Encourage Local Philanthropy - Cocktails With A Cause event encourages community service

More than 100 young professionals gathered at a packed Merlot Wine Bar & Martini Lounge, downtown New Bedford last Thursday night to beat the winter blues with food, drinks and a healthy dose of enthusiasm for their community.

United Way Helps Nonprofits Find Board Members

In a continued effort to go above and beyond funding local agencies, United Way is also using its resources to help strengthen the capacity of nonprofits.

United Way Mini-Grants Program Kicks Off 2008 Grant Cycle - Applications from All Volunteer Organizations due by April 4th

The United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Community Building Mini-Grants Program is offering support to volunteer-based groups who want to create positive change in the community by bringing their ideas and creative solutions to life.