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Listen to our President's Centennial Message
100 Years of Meeting Needs
United Way of Southeast Louisiana is celebrating 100 years of driving positive change, all thanks to the support of our donors, volunteers, advocates, and partners. Our centennial anniversary is about honoring the past, celebrating the present, and building the future. As we reflect on our incredible journey, one truth stands out: it's people who've always powered United Way.
Over the last 100 years, United Way has been the force for good in our community. We've been at the forefront of improving outcomes in education, income, and health for every person, everywhere. Our communities’ dedication to United Way is why more families have stable homes, children receive quality education, and people can afford a quality life. Our enduring legacy is a testament to the incredible impact your support has had on millions of lives.
As we celebrate our past, we're even more excited about the next 100 years. We've always been driven by the belief that when we come together, we can achieve anything. We're looking forward to more partnerships, more impact, and more life-changing solutions. United, we will continue to lead the way in creating a brighter future for all, and you're an integral part of it.
Giving back has always been at the heart and soul of United Way's impact. As we celebrate our centennial, we’re rolling up our sleeves and mobilizing the power of people, offering ways for you to create a community strong enough for the next 100 years. Your time, skills, and dedication have been instrumental in our journey to creating a brighter Southeast Louisiana. Join us in 2024 in making our centennial unforgettable by giving, advocating, and volunteering, because when we come together, we can achieve remarkable things.
Join our centennial celebration and be part of Southeast Louisiana’s next century. Your support will continue to connect people to possibility, close gaps, and create opportunities for all.
We want to thank you for your dedicated support. Your donations, your time, your passion - it all matters. The progress we've made is because of you, and as we step into the next century, your involvement is more critical than ever.
United Way of Southeast Louisiana's Centennial Anniversary is a tribute to the incredible power of people. Where there's a need, there's always been a United Way. We've come a long way, and our journey continues thanks to you.
Here's to the next century of creating positive, lasting change.
Living United,
-Michael
Michael Williamson
President & CEO
United Way of Southeast Louisiana
P.S. Check out our calendar of centennial events to join us in our celebrations.