December 06, 2002
Emergency Food and Shelter releases funds
Today, United Way of America announced its support for the release of $140 million for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). This release of full funding will provide emergency assistance to families most in need of help during the coldest months of the year.

  December 05, 2002
2002 State of Caring Index
United Way of America today released the United Way State of Caring Index� which shows a significant contrast between Americans' generally upbeat moods about their quality of life and their communities and some underlying vulnerability in the actual state of communities.

  October 02, 2002
Community Involvement Survey Results
In a nationwide survey that was the first step in a program designed to strengthen America's communities through greater citizen involvement, United Way of America found that almost all Americans have a genuine desire to become more active in their communities, but find it is difficult to take part, given the demands of their work. United Way of America today released the findings of its Community Involvement Survey, conducted in August 2002 through interviews with more than 2,000 individuals throughout the country � a sample representative of the nation.

  October 01, 2002
United Way of the National Capital Area and United Way of America Announce Partnership for 2002 Annual Campaign
United Way of the National Capital Area (UWNCA) and United Way of America announced today a partnership to restore the public's trust in UWNCA Fall 2002 Campaign. The alliance includes the installation of a full-time, on-site transition team from United Way of America and the establishment of a secure alternative pledge processing system for large corporate donors.

  September 10, 2002
Best Buy, United Way Expands Community Outreach for
Best Buy and United Way of America (UWA) are expanding the reach of �Best Buy Music Zone�, an initiative that brings after-school music programs to children in economically disadvantaged communities.

  August 27, 2002
United Way Generates $5 Billion in Resources for Nation's Communities
United Way of America announced today that in 2001-2002 United Ways across the nation generated an estimated $5 billion to help America's communities address their most critical issues. This represents an increase of 6.8% from $4.7 billion in 2000. Generous gifts to the September 11th Fund were the predominant driver of this growth. The resources raised include the annual campaign at $3.95 billion, representing a 0.9% increase over last year's campaign and revenue beyond the campaign (e.g. government grants, gifts to initiatives) at $212 million, compared to $191.5 million in 2000.

  August 27, 2002
Resources Raised Backgrounder
In 2001-2002 United Ways across the nation generated an estimated $5.02 billion to help America's communities address their most critical issues. This represents an increase of 6.8% from $4.7 billion in 2000. Generous gifts to the September 11th Fund were the predominant driver of this growth.

  August 01, 2002
United Way Launches Health Care Access Initiative
United Way of America (UWA) has announced the selection of eight local United Way organizations to develop private/public partnerships designed to increase health care access to the uninsured.

  July 18, 2002
United Way of America President Urges Quick Action on Charity Bill
Brian Gallagher, President and CEO of United Way of America, joined supporters of the Charity, Aid, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Act of 2002 to highlight the important role the legislation could play in strengthening communities. �United Ways rely on over 17 million donors to help fulfill our mission to mobilize the caring power of communities,� Gallagher said at a press conference on the bill today, �But the generosity of our citizens alone is not enough. It takes the resources of our federal and state partners coupled with philanthropic dollars to achieve true impact in a community.�

  April 25, 2002
United Way of America Announces New Board Chair, RadioShack Chairman and CEO Leonard H. Roberts.
The United Way of America (UWA) Board of Governors unanimously elected Leonard H. Roberts, chairman and CEO of Fort Worth-based RadioShack Corporation as UWA Board Chair, with his term beginning immediately.

  April 25, 2002
United Way of America names UPS 15th Annual Spirit of America Award Winner.
United Way of America has recognized United Parcel Service (UPS) with the 15th annual Spirit of America® Award, United Way's highest national honor for corporate involvement and commitment to building better communities. The award will be presented during a ceremony in Indianapolis, IN, on Friday, April 26.

  April 18, 2002
United Way Community Leaders' Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana, April 25-27.
Nearly 2,000 United Way professional staff and volunteers will take part in the United Way Community Leaders' Conference, April 25 � 27, at the Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana.

  April 03, 2002
UWA Receives Organizational Leadership Award
United Way of America (UWA) has been named the recipient of the American Society for Public Administration's (ASPA) Organizational Leadership Award which recognizes UWA's work in and commitment to the field of performance measurement.