Welcome to the United Way of the Cape Fear Area

United Way Welcomes New Board Members

United Way of the Cape Fear Area welcomed three new Board Members and announced its slate of officers for 2010-2011 during its recent Annual Board of Directors Meeting. The Board of Directors for United Way of the Cape Fear area ha

Corning Raffle Benefits United Way

Many thanks to Corning for holding a special Father's Day raffle to benefit United Way of the Cape Fear Area! Dot Marshburn is the lucky winner of a Wilmington Classic Grill, generously donated by Edwards Incorporated for the raffle.

2010 Campaign Chair

United Way of the Cape Fear Area is pleased to announce Bob McCall, Eastern Region Vice President for Progress Energy, will serve as 2010 Campaign Chair. Bob joined Progress Energy in 2000 as the first African American plant manager

Harriss Newman Society

Our Harriss Newman Society recognizes those who contribute $1,000 or more each year to United Way. Harriss Newman Society members are leaders in the effort to advance the common good and build a stronger, more vibrant community.

The Harriss Newman Society is named for one of the founders in 1942 of the Community Chest—the precursor to the United Way. Harriss Newman served as the volunteer president of the Community Chest in 1943 and was a member of the North Carolina state senate.

Each year, members of the Harriss Newman Society are honored at a Holiday Leadership Reception. To see photos from the January 2010 reception, click here.