On April 16, we released the first round of funding to help those impacted by COVID-19.
On May 22, United Way of Chatham County approved the second round of grants to address the most critical needs of Chatham's residents, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chatham County Helpers are providing meals for 180 home-bound seniors. United Way's grant was awarded to the Chatham County Council on Aging.
Chatham County Helpers are providing emergency food
for families and individuals through the food pantries
in Pittsboro (CORA) and in Siler City (West Chatham Food Pantry).
Chatham County Helpers are providing prescription assistance to seniors and those who have been laid-off. United Way's grant was awarded to Chatham Cares Community Pharmacy and Piedmont Health Services.
Chatham County Helpers are providing rental assistance and hotel stays for the homeless during the Coronavirus pandemic. United Way's grant was awarded to
Chatham's Salvation Army.
Chatham County Helpers are providing access to mental health services, as a result of the pandemic. United Way's grant was awarded to El Futuro to provide virtual counseling sessions to navigate these unprecedented times.
United Way Helpers are providing essential health and cleaning supplies to child care facilities. Chatham County Partnership for Children was awarded United Way's grant to ensure safety in essential child care facilities.
- Marya Alston
- Marianne Apple
- Steve Bobrowski
- Emily Boynton
- Kathleen Browning
- Jim and Janie Butler
- Campbell Family Fund
- Carolina Meadows
- The Charles S. and Millicent P. Brown Family Foundation
- Han-Chieh Chen
- Tych Cowdin
- Debbie Coore
- Ann DiGiano
- Sherry Finkle
- Donna Gallagher
- Anthony Giachetti
- Sheila Goodwin
- Gene and Holly Hafer
- Hanks Chapel Church of Christ
- Donna Haskell
- Judith Hallman
- Bill Horner
- John Jarnagin
- Susan Kelemen
- Kristine Klein
- Terry Landers
- Gordon Light
- Mary Lindsey
- Martin and Frannie Lyon
- David Macksam
- Teresa Martin
- Louise Masurat
- Christine Maurer
- Shawn McClarnon
- Gregory and Barbara Melville
- Nancy Myers
- Jamie Nunnelly
- Susan Pflum
- David Poe
- Jan Rickard
- JoAnne Robb
- Gene Rogers
- Randy and Anne Stewart Charitable Fund
- Elizabeth Richerson
- Rotary District 7690
- Evelyn Shaw
- Victoria Shea
- Gary Simpson
- Jim Sink
- Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Skiver
- Carol Straight
- Allen Suess
- Erin Tate
- Triangle Community Foundation
- Truist Foundation
- Mr. & Mrs. Darren Wellman
- Betty Whitener
- Patti Winters
Chatham County COVID-19 Response Fund
The United Way of Chatham County and Chatham County Government are supporting residents impacted by the Coronavirus, by establishing the Chatham County COVID-19 Response Fund.
The Chatham County COVID-19 Response Fund is accepting donations to support local children and families impacted by the virus. United Way and the County will coordinate with local nonprofits to determine ongoing needs and fund distribution. 100% of your donation will be distributed to front-line nonprofits addressing urgent and critical needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Areas of need include:
– Food
– Rental Assistance
– Prescription Assistance
– Childcare Services
– Mental Health Services
United Way's Response to COVID-19 in Chatham County
United Way Past Chair Keith McClarnon Talks With Bill Horner of The Chatham News + Record
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