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United Way of Greater Knoxville

Company Overview

Our Mission
United Way of Greater Knoxville unites people and resources to strengthen communities and solve systemic issues.

Since our founding, we have worked to understand local needs, mobilize volunteers, raise awareness, and invest resources where they matter most. Our core purpose has remained the same throughout the years—to bring people and resources together to address our community’s most pressing challenges.

Our Vision
Our vision is a thriving community through partnerships, impact, and commitment to transformation.

We connect businesses, individuals, nonprofits, and community leaders who share a belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed. We are striving for a future where basic needs are met, no one lives in poverty, all children learn and succeed, and every person, family, and child flourishes.

We fund and support initiatives across five counties—Claiborne, Grainger, Knox, Jefferson, and Union—while our East Tennessee Collaborative and 2-1-1 helpline extend our reach even further. We believe lasting change is not the work of one nonprofit, one company, or one volunteer. It takes all of us.

At United Way of Greater Knoxville, you’ll join a mission-driven organization committed to building a stronger, more vibrant East Tennessee—together.

Company History

We started in 1922 as the Community Chest of Greater Knoxville. The idea for our giving structure originated in Denver, Colorado, after the 1887 gold rush ended. The idea came from local clergy members and a volunteer, who organized a citizens’ response effort to render aid to hungry and homeless individuals. Their first campaign raised $21,700, and their idea spread throughout the United States, reaching our great city in 1922.

Since that time, we have worked to understand local needs, mobilize volunteers, and raise awareness and money to meet community needs by granting money to programs that align with predetermined goals. Our name changed, and we evolved into United Way in 1972. Our focus and strategy have evolved over the last 100 years, but the goal is the same.

Benefits

Additional Health and Wellness Benefits:
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Matching Health Savings Account
Paid Family and Medical Leave, Life Insurance, and Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with free and confidential assessments, counseling referrals, and more.
Matching 401K plan with 100% vesting from your first day of employment
Pet Insurance
Legal Shield and Identity protection plans

Work-Life Balance:
Competitive Salary
Flexible work schedule
Generous Paid Time Off, including additional days for volunteer work and paid holidays

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  • 1 day ago

    Vice President of Philanthropy

    United Way of Greater Knoxville - Knoxville, TN, United States
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    Start your journey here:The United Way of Greater Knoxville(UWGK) is part of a global organization that directly impacts our local communities. We are committed to fostering a collaborative culture where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. Our work is rooted in making a meaningful impact, changing lives, and embracing our community's strengths. YOU are an essential part of making our mission a reality. Join a team of great people, collaborate on meaningful ...

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