Case Study: Transforming Tax Education Through APSU’s VITA Program
Photo: ACCT 4311 class with Dr. Jennifer D. Thayer, Associate Professor of Accounting, APSU Faculty Athletics Representative Austin Peay State University (APSU) introduced the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in Spring 2017 as an experiential...
Survivor Family Begins Rebuild After 2023 Tornadoes
For Marcella and her family, recovery from the 2023 tornadoes is finally taking a tangible step forward. With support from the Davidson County Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG) and Rebuilding Together Nashville, they are demolishing and rebuilding their home—a powerful...
Our All-Women Senior Leadership Team Leads with Purpose
March is Women’s History Month—a time to reflect on the resilience, contributions, and leadership of women who have paved the way for future generations. At United Way of Greater Nashville, we are proud to honor this legacy by celebrating our all-women senior...
Powering Pathways to High-Demand Careers
For aspiring line workers in Williamson and Dickson Counties, the path to a stable, high-paying career has become a reality—thanks to scholarship support from United Way. Through our Transformation Fund, each student received $4,750 to cover tuition for the...
Affording Basic Needs: Shedding Light on our Working, yet Struggling Neighbors
Who is ALICE? ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — a group of hard-working individuals and families across Tennessee who, despite being employed and earning above the poverty line, still struggle with affording basic needs like...
Your Questions Answered: How Are Funding Decisions Made?
United Way of Greater Nashville’s bi-annual Community Impact Funding (CIF) process is fast approaching, beginning on October 1, 2024 and closing on October 25, 2024. This is a crucial opportunity for local nonprofit agencies to apply for funding that will help them...
Rising from the Storm: One Clarksville Survivor’s Long Road to Rebuild and Recover
When the tornadoes struck in December 2023, the aftermath marked the beginning of a harrowing seven-month journey for one local family. The storms inflicted significant damage on their home, uprooting trees, damaging the roof, siding, and deck railing, and even...
Empowering Middle Tennessee Through Free Tax Preparation
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a crucial resource for thousands of Middle Tennessee residents, offering free tax preparation services to asset-limited households. The 2023 tax season (filed in 2024) marked a significant milestone, both in the...
How Permanent Housing Fuels Family Success
Summer has arrived! During the first half of the year, The Family Collective has been busy (as always!) amplifying the mission of United Way, building strategic partnerships, and acting as a catalyst for systems change. Within our team and community partnerships,...
Housing Crisis: The Growing Need for Rental Assistance
Do you need help with your rent or mortgage payment?Click here to learn about local organizations that could help. Like many workplaces, United Way keeps an eye on keywords and service requests that help our neighbors find our programs and funded partners. We’ve...