$500,000 Investment Strengthens Tennessee’s 211 Network

Jul 20, 2026 | News

United Ways of Tennessee announced that a one-time $500,000 investment from the State of Tennessee will help strengthen Tennessee’s 211 network which provides critical statewide resources for residents seeking help with basic needs, crisis support and disaster...
Three Numbers You Should Know

Three Numbers You Should Know

Aug 15, 2023 | Blog

911 is a national emergency number that has been around for decades and adopted by many countries. In recent years, city and state governments across the U.S. have adopted additional three-digit telephone numbers to help individuals and families navigate crisis and...
A Look Back at 2022: What Were Our Neighbors In Need of most?

A Look Back at 2022: What Were Our Neighbors In Need of most?

Feb 1, 2023 | Blog

Everyone knows about 911. Unfortunately, not everyone is aware of 211, the nationwide service that connects people to community resources, nonprofit services and help during a crisis. 211 puts you in touch with a trained community specialist any time of the day, every...
211 is Greater Nashville’s lifeline for help

211 is Greater Nashville’s lifeline for help

Jan 31, 2022 | Blog

In a crisis, in a disaster, in a pandemic, 211 is here to help every person in our community find food, pay bills, and connect to other essential services. United Way of Greater Nashville’s 211 program is managed by LaKelia Lovan and Annika Victorson. Together,...