Get Help What We Do Get Involved Who We Are Ways to Give Join a Giving Group Give Now Who We Are ONE COMMUNITY, UNITED FOR CHANGE Together with local volunteers and community partners, we help everyone in our region feel safe, secure, and supported. The United Way of Chattahoochee Valley is a non-profit that aims to advance equity and achieve child, family, and community well-being. Our Focus Areas BUILDING OPPORTUNITY, BRIDGING INEQUALITY Our work focuses on three pillars that form the foundation of a good life. ECONOMIC MOBILITY Helping everyone have a place to call home. EDUCATIONAL EQUITY Ensuring students have the tools to succeed. HEALTH ACCESS Promoting physical and mental wellness. Core Values WE ENVISION A COLLABORATIVE, RESILIENT REGION WHERE EVERY PERSON CAN THRIVE. RESPECT We appreciate the time, talent, treasure, and experience of our community. LEADERSHIP We inspire community action to create positive change. INNOVATION We adapt to the changing needs of our community. EQUITY We believe in the inherent dignity of every person. COLLABORATION We build relationships to achieve our mission and vision. Our Story FOR OVER 70 YEARS, WE’VE HELPED FUND LOCAL AGENCIES THAT BETTER PEOPLE’S LIVES IN OUR COMMUNITY. Thanks to our donors, volunteers, board members, and staff, we’ve grown into the trusted organization we are today, building opportunities for the Chattahoochee Valley’s current and future residents. OUR TEAM Our talented, compassionate staff manage the day-to-day operations of the United Way and foster connections in our community. Ben Moser President and CEO Erika Cottingham Chief Financial & Operating Officer Becky Fletcher Vice President, Resource Development Pat Frey Vice President, Home For Good Neashada Agbasi Case Manager, Home For Good Shay Batton Specialist, Finance & Operations Tamara Campbell Outreach Coordinator, Community Schools United Anna Cannon Relationship Manager OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS With the help of these generous organizations and companies, the United Way builds opportunities for everyone in the Chattahoochee Valley. BOARD MEMBERS These community leaders help guide our organization and find the best ways to create positive change. Ms. Terry Bargy WC Bradley Company Mr. Kevin Blair Synovus Ms. Catherine Budzynski Aflac Global Ventures Ms. Cheryl Burns Phenix City Board of Education Mr. Randy Burt Publix Supermarkets Dr. Brenda Coley Russell County School District Mr. Ron Daniel Daniel Appliance Company Mr. Sebastian Dixon Alabama Power Ms. Melissa Gauntt CTV BEAM Mr. Hamish Guthrie Columbus Engine Center Pratt & Whitney Mr. Isaiah Hugley Columbus Consolidated Government Mr. Rodney Mahone The McClatchy Company Ms. Jensen M. Melton Community Volunteer, Attorney Mr. David Mitchell Columbus State University Mr. Rinkesh Patel President, RAM Hotel Management Mr. Keith Pierce TSYS Issuer Solutions Mr. Teddy Reese The Reese Firm, LLC Dr. Andy Roddenbery Columbus Surgical Specialists, LLC Dr. Dionne Rosser-Mims Troy State University Ms. GwenDolyn Ruff, SPHR Columbus Water Works Rabbi Beth Schwartz Temple Israel Ms. Jackie Screws Chattahoochee Valley Community College Mr. Len Sexton Synovus Securities, Inc. Chief Raymond Smith Chief of Police Phenix City, AL Ms. D. Melody Trimble St. Francis-Emory Healthcare Mr. W. Clark Turner W.C. Turner Investments Mr. Jack Turner Gwaltney Ventures/TigerJack LLC Ms. Erica Walker Community Foundation of the Chattahoochee Valley Mr. Rob Ward Corporate Communications & Community Affairs Global Payments (TSYS) CAREERS We are a talented and diverse team seeking solutions to some of life’s most profound problems. It’s a big task, but the reward is even bigger: a better community for everyone. VIEW ALL JOBS How can we help you? Who We Are What We Do Campaign Toolkit Careers Blog 1100 5TH AVENUE COLUMBUS, GA 31901 706-327-3255 (PHONE) | 706-571-2271 (FAX)