Over the last few weeks, the Catawba County United Way highlighted the executive, program directors and other non-profit leaders of the CCUW's funded partner agencies for 2023.
Every year, the CCUW looks to partner with local non-profits and help support their programs focused on improving the lives of those in need in the areas of education, financial stability and health.
What drew you to your current position and working in the non-profit world?
While working with nonprofits has been my professional calling, the American Red Cross has always been special to me. When I was 9, my family was assisted by the Red Cross after a flood. I can remember feeling lost and how the volunteers embraced us all. I wanted to be a small part of that comfort for others.
How important is collaboration with other non-profits for you?
The Red Cross is ineffective without community partners. Without collaboration with not only non-profits, but businesses, houses of worship, schools, governmental agencies like emergency management and fire departments, we could not deliver our services to those in need.
Click on the image below to revisit our other non-profit leaders from the series.
