"Through community, our connections with other like minded people, we have the power to impact individual lives and collectively improve outcomes for children and families in Greater Atlanta.."

We’re excited to announce the 2022-2023 Young Professional Leaders (YPL) and Lead. Impact. Network. Change. (LINC) boards.

As part of its Thrive by 25® commitment to investing in the well-being and success of young people ages 14 through 24, the Annie E. Casey Foundation is launching multiyear partnerships with organizations in Atlanta, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Baltimore. The three organizations lead comprehensive local efforts already underway to advance opportunities for young people…

Troy Parker, Assistant Director of Corporate Relations at United Way of Greater Atlanta, shares with us his passion for United Way's work in LGBTQ+ spaces, and why it means so much to him. Tell us about your role at United Way of Greater Atlanta. I work as a Development Officer supporting the engagement strategies of…

"Atlanta is a huge city with many worthy causes, so I decided to join Young Professionals Leaders because I was looking for a way to use my skills to support causes that align with my values."

"Our main focus with United Way has been reducing Atlanta homelessness, most recently through the Motel-to-Home initiative. Here we are helping households that are in a fragile situation—one nudge could drive them into homelessness or raise them into stable housing.  We love being able to help at this critical time in their lives."