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UNITED WAY EVENTS

Join us at United Way for a series of impactful events that bring our community together for positive change! From volunteer opportunities to fundraising activities, our events offer a chance to make a real difference. Whether you’re interested in supporting local education, health, or financial stability initiatives, there’s something for everyone. Come be a part of the movement and help us create lasting solutions for our community. Together, we can make a difference!

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860Cares

Volunteer
November 11, 2024

United Way 860Cares (formerly known as Year of Caring) projects connect people and workplaces from all over the region that care about creating opportunities for children and families to succeed in school, work and life.

860 Region

Read Across America

Events
March 6, 2025

Join United Way and our partners for Read Across America Day. Volunteers will read aloud to a classroom of students.

Shop for POP

Events
March 25, 2025

Join United Way Women United as we Shop for POP! Help us reach our 100 purse goal by adopting a specially curated bag or accessory to donate to the Power of the Purse silent auction. This is your chance to network and join like-minded philanthropists who are raising their hands to be Table Captains at…

242 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103

Building Foundations

Events
April 23, 2025

Join us for the 5th Annual Building Foundations Breakfast as we come together to raise resources to prevent children and families from becoming homeless and to secure stable housing for those living in shelters.

Connecticut Convention Center

Power of the Purse

Events
June 12, 2025

For more than 14 years, United Way Women United’s Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction helps women and families achieve financial security. As more people struggle to make ends meet due to the complex job market and new sets of challenges, your support matters now more than ever. By participating in this year’s event, you are ensuring that people receive job training, financial education and savings opportunities. Thank you for your support!

Connecticut Convention Center

Volunteer Opportunities

When you volunteer through United Way, you’re joining 1.5 million people who are giving back so others can get ahead. Use your time and talent to create social change where you work or live — join our global community of game changers.