Hands On announces 2026 Strobel Volunteer Awards Recipients
Middle Tennesseans were honored today for their volunteerism during Hands On’s 40th annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards presented by Jackson Financial Inc. (Jackson®). Recipients were announced at 14TENN in a ceremony emceed by News Channel 5 reporter...
Quality Child Care Out of Reach for Most Davidson County Families
New survey finds infant care could consume up to 80% of a single parent’s income if priced at the true cost of high-quality child care. A recent study of Davidson County child care providers reveals a stark reality for working families: the estimated true cost of...
United Way of Greater Nashville Announces Next Round of Winter Storm Recovery Funding
Now Totaling $576,500 to Community Partners United Way of Greater Nashville (UWGN) today announced its next round of winter storm recovery funding, bringing total disbursements to $576,500. This funding is part of UWGN’s ongoing commitment to helping households most...United Way of Greater Nashville Receives $50,000 Donation from The Fallon Company for Winter Storm Recovery Fund
United Way of Greater Nashville (UWGN) today announced a $50,000 contribution from The Fallon Company to support immediate relief efforts for residents impacted by the devastation of Winter Storm Fern. This donation will go directly to the newly established Winter...
Nominations Open for 40th Annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards
Hands On to Honor Middle Tennessee Volunteers Hands On powered by United Way of Greater Nashville (Hands On) invites the community to nominate outstanding volunteers in Middle Tennessee for the 40th Annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards (Strobel Awards). The...Winter Storm Recovery Fund in Davidson County Activated in Response to Severe Weather
United Way of Greater Nashville (UWGN) today announced activation of the Winter Storm Recovery Fund for Davidson County residents impacted by this week’s severe weather. Of UWGN’s nine county footprint, Davidson was the hardest hit and has experienced unprecedented...Hands On Powered by United Way of Greater Nashville is Monitoring Situation and Preparing to Support Community
Hands On, a program of United Way of Greater Nashville, is actively monitoring the current situation and coordinating with local partners to assess community needs. At this time, emergency responders which include local utilities, municipalities and first responders...
Free Tax Prep Program Kicks Off Across Middle Tennessee
Individuals, families earning less than $84,000 in 2025 are eligible for free tax prep services United Way of Greater Nashville and partner agencies officially kick off the 22nd annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) free tax prep program, with some sites...United Way of Greater Nashville Poised to Release Funds in Response to Approaching Halt in SNAP Benefits
United Way of Greater Nashville (UWGN) announces response to the impending halt in SNAP benefits. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice saying federal food aid will not go out on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown. SNAP plays a critical role in...