What We Do
United Way of the Midlands serves a vital role in our community, filling in the gaps between government services and smaller, niche nonprofits. Only United Way has the resources to provide large-scale solutions to pervasive community problems, like homelessness or lack of basic health services.
Our Causes
Resilient Richland
67% of young people have suffered trauma during their lifetime—whether it’s food insecurity, an abusive parent or guardian, homelessness, or some other sustained traumatic event. Resilient Richland is raising awareness around childhood trauma to shatter taboos, end painful silences, and create healing.
Power of the Purse
Power of the Purse is an annual event held by Women in Philanthropy to raise money for women and families in need in our community. The funds raised at the auction benefit United Way of the Midlands.
Live United Awards
United Way of the Midlands will recognize companies, businesses, organizations and individuals that contributed to the 2018-2019 campaign at the Live United Awards.
Additional awards will also be given to those with high levels of employee participation and volunteerism.
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Upcoming Events
Live United Awards
Wednesday, March 4, 2020 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM.
United Way of the Midlands will recognize companies, businesses, organizations, and individuals that contributed to the 2018-2019 campaign at the Live United Awards. Additional awards will also be given to those with high levels of employee participation and volunteerism. Fill out my online form...
WellFest 2020: A Free Health Event
Saturday, March 14, 2020 | 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM.
• When: Saturday, March 14, 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. • Where: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia, SC 29201 • Register (required): Women and men, ages 18 and older, are invited to register online at or call 803-296-CARE (2273) Register now for an amazing day of wellness for...
Breaking Barriers Youth Employment Resource Fair
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Midlands Technical College and United Way of the Midlands are creating a gateway to both careers and colleges for young adults ages 16- 26 at our first ever Breaking Barriers Youth Employment & Resource Fair 2020. The event is open to high school juniors and seniors, college students, and...
