Nurses. Doctors. Grocery store employees. Delivery drivers. Warehouse workers. First responders. Truck drivers. Cleaners. There are so many people who are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak.

During the ongoing and unpredictable COVID-19 crisis, nonprofits and charitable organizations expect to be it hard financially, as they will be on the front lines of assisting citizens in need.

Governor Roy Cooper has announced that 2-1-1 is the number to call for assistance and resources related to the COVID-19 coronavirus. NC 2-1-1 is an information and referral service, operated by United Way of North Carolina,

When you feel the most helpless, you actually have the power to do the most good. As we move into social distancing and self-quarantine, it’s natural to feel isolated.

Your United Way Family of Partners make positive impacts in the lives of our community members in the areas of health, education, and financial stability/crisis assistance.

The Marine Corps League Table Rock Detachment #1197 and the Burke County United Way have partnered to collect and distribute toys during the holidays for more than a decade.

The Emerging Leaders began in early 2019 when the Burke County Chamber of Commerce and the Burke County United Way came together to create a steering committee.

Their monetary investments have assisted us with meeting needs and creating a positive impact for our community for more than 20 years.

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The Burke County United Way board of directors is pleased to announce Maureen “Mo” Schwind as the agency’s new executive director. Schwind has been serving as interim executive director since October 2018.