Take Action

Join the equity movement and advocate for change in your community.

GET INVOLVED

Change begins with you.

There are many needs in our region surrounding the health, education, and economic opportunity of all community members and individuals. Help United Way of the National Capital Area reduce disparities and increase equity by becoming a part of the solution. When you give, advocate, and volunteer, our communities grow stronger, our relationships get deeper, and we create opportunities where they didn’t exist before. When none are ignored, all will thrive.

Give

Your donation goes to community programs and initiatives that need it most, providing young people with academic and social support, training adults and families for jobs that pay a family-sustaining income, and connecting people in need to medical care, housing, and other basic support.

Advocate

Raise your voice and take action! Spread the word about our life-changing work and share your story with others about why you support United Way NCA.

Volunteer

Whether it’s for an hour, a day, once a week, or monthly, you can create a tremendous impact in our community by participating in our in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities with United Way NCA.

Increase Your Impact with United Way NCA

Attend an Event

Find out about upcoming events sponsored by United Way NCA in DC.

Start a Workplace Campaign

Your workplace campaign is a vital part of helping our community recover and increasing equity in our region.

Join an Affinity Group

Join a United Way NCA Affinity Group and be involved in exclusive networking events, volunteer activities and advocacy opportunities.

Get the Word Out

We’d love to know more about the ways in which you advocate for equity in the community and why you support United Way NCA. Tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube to share your story of how your actions have improved lives and why you Live United.

Our Stories

See our impact through the stories of lives we’ve touched.

Zenani Russell – From Struggle to Stability

In the midst of financial strain, increased costs of living and the undeniable challenge of being a single mother, Zenani Russell found herself struggling to meet the overwhelming demands of daily bills and necessities.

Kavonnie Hines – From Struggle to Stability

Kavonnie faces the unique challenge of being a single mother of three and raising a child with special needs. She currently works part-time as a Starbucks manager in Arlington, VA to keep her family afloat while navigating a complex web of red tape.

Thrive United 365 and Sentara Healthcare Address Healthcare Access in Northern Virginia

Better health means a better life. That’s why United Way of the National Capital Area is improving health access and resources in our communities to reach equity for all.