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...
YLS Member Spotlight: Alicia Fligg
United Way of Greater Nashville’s Young Leaders Society (YLS) is a network of over 700 young professionals who are passionate about the work of United Way and giving back to their community. As a group, YLS members donate over $1 million annually to United Way through...
PHS Member Spotlight: Sarah Brown
Named for Patricia Hart, a Williamson County resident and longtime community volunteer, the Patricia Hart Society provides opportunities for its members to lend their time, talents and energy to supporting United Way’s early childhood education and literacy work....
How to determine if you have enough to save after bills are paid
Last week during a Financial Empowerment Center one-on-one counseling session, a participant made the following comment, “It’s like, why even bother to save this amount? After all of my bills are paid, this amount is not worth the effort to transfer into...
Your Questions Answered: A Look at Overhead
In the evolving world of nonprofit management, there are all kinds of financial metrics that measure performance and accountability. As we engage with corporate partners, recurring and potential donors, people often ask, “What is your overhead?” In other words: Is...
The Powerful Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering offers more than just lending a helping hand. It’s a path to personal growth and community impact. Looking for a reason to volunteer? Here are some “whys”. 1. Volunteering is good for both your physical and mental health. Studies have shown that...
Uniting for Youth: How Robertson County Transformed a Community Playing Field
In the heart of Robertson County, a remarkable story unfolds — a story of community spirit and determination. What started as an idea led to an inspiring journey of how our neighbors came together to rejuvenate a community staple, igniting hope and opportunity for the...
More Than 100 Served During Tornado Relief Community Event
Hands On Nashville and the Nashville VOAD teamed up to make a powerful impact in our community by hosting a relief event for the survivors of the December 9 tornadoes. As families arrived, they were greeted with open arms and a warm meal thanks to the incredible...