Volunteers pitch in for United in Action - June 10, 2010
United in Action connects employee groups, community volunteers, non-profit agencies, local government and civic groups with hands-on projects that create lasting community benefits. In 2010 United in Action has involved: 300 volunteers representing 20 businesses across the Capital Region; Five projects benefiting agencies and communities in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady and Schoharie counties; $40,000 in donated goods and services; Collaboration with municipal and non-profit agency partners; Lots of sweat equity and smiles - from volunteers and those who will benefit from completed projects...[Read more]

United Way and community partners announce Arbor Hill project - June 9, 2010
An aging basketball court and swath of buckling pavement on North Swan Street will be transformed into a vibrant park and community gathering space according to a plan unveiled today by the numerous partners who have made a commitment to the project. The park revitalization is part of an ongoing commitment to Arbor Hill by many stakeholders including the City of Albany and its Planning Department and Housing Authority, Albany County, the Arbor Hill Neighborhood Association, United Way of the Greater Capital Region and others...[Read more]

United Way 2-1-1 Northeast region marks one-year anniversary - April 26, 2010
As United Way 2-1-1 Northeast Region marked its one-year anniversary of service in the Greater Capital Region today, community leaders came together to celebrate its value to the region’s residents, noting that in the first year of operation nearly 10,000 calls were made to 2-1-1...[Read more]

United Way of the Greater Capital Region is community partner with WMHT for "Help Wanted" series - February 16, 2009
Series gives New Yorkers useful information in centralized location on issues affecting their family economic situation. Partnering closely with government and non-profit organizations, "Help Wanted" features a 26-episode television series, a web portal that serves as a vital tool for resources, and public outreach events to expand the project's reach. [Read more] or go to www.helpwantedinteractive.org

Day of free tax preparation in Schenectady results in 22 completed tax returns and more than $75,000 in savings for working families, thanks to volunteer tax preparers from Troy's Catholic Central High School - January 29, 2009 As part of United Way’s effort to help working families keep more of their hard-earned dollars and achieve financial stability, United Way’s CA$H Coalition joined the Internal Revenue Service to promote Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day on January 29 at the Washington Irving Educational Center in Schenectady...[Read more]

More than half of Capital Region residents feel overall quality of life has gotten worse, but most appear willing to help create positive change- December 9, 2009
Fifty-one percent of Capital Region residents think the overall quality of life has gotten worse for most people in the area over the last year, according to a survey released December 9 by the Siena (College) Research Institute. Conducted in partnership with United Way of the Greater Capital Region, the survey also found...[Read more]

United Way and River Rats Team up for 2-1-1 - November 16, 2009
United Way of the Greater Capital Region and the Albany River Rats teamed up for a night of American Hockey League action and support for United Way 2-1-1 Northeast Region, the 12-county information and referral service that connects callers with local health and human services...[Read more]

Annual Meeting features volunteer awards, community impact report - October 15, 2009
United Way of the Greater Capital Region honored two extraordinary volunteers and the Internal Revenue Service Albany SPEC Office, as an outstanding partner organization, at United Way's Annual Meeting at Schenectady County Community College...[Read more]

Meeting draws community leaders to spread the word on United Way 2-1-1 Northeast Region - August 19, 2009
Community leaders joined United Way of the Greater Capital Region at a press conference in Troy to spread the word that 2-1-1 is the number to call for free and easy access to information on human services ranging from food and housing assistance, to child care, senior programs and agencies that connect volunteers with local projects... [Read more]

Mont Pleasant Family Festival Celebrates Literacy - August 11, 2009
United Way of the Greater Capital Region and the Literacy Task Force of Schenectady County put the spotlight on children’s literacy at the Third Annual Mont Pleasant Family Festival on August 6 at the recently revitalized Wallingford Park... [Read more]

Tell Your UNITED IN ACTION story - August 1, 2009
United Way of America wants to hear from you! Share your United In Action story by creating a short video and uploading it to www.liveunited.tv. The first 100 entries will receive a LIVE UNITED beach towel. The winning entry will be featured in United Way's 2010 national brand advertising. With hundreds of volunteers who made such a difference revitalizing two community parks this June, there are so many stories to tell. Call 456-2200 ext. 136 with any questions and please send a copy of your submission to bstuart@unitedwaygcr.org so we can share your story with the Greater Capital Region!

Park Cleanup Nets News Coverage from Times Union - July 14, 2009
(Story by Staff Writer Kenneth C. Crow II)
Canal Avenue Park has a different look after volunteers cleaned up the recreation area. The South Troy Neighborhood park at Third Street was one of two parks revitalized as part of the United Way of Greater Capital Region's community day on June 13. The effort aims to provide safe, attractive areas for children to play and learn outdoors... [Read more] 

Complete Your College Internship with United Way
United Way of the Greater Capital Region offers internships in several areas related to our work to advance the common good and create opportunities for a better life for all. Our internships offer a chance to help improve people’s lives as you learn about and help with the programs and services provided by United Way of the Greater Capital Region... [Learn More and Apply]