Meet the Mentors Behind Our Social Innovation Accelerator
Each year, about 30 business, impact and community leaders volunteer as mentors in the United Way Social Innovation Accelerator. They coach local founders (we…
What is a living wage in Dallas? A real look at the cost of raising a family here
Across Texas, income inequality continues to grow. One problem is a lack of living wages; in North Texas, only 54.6% of full-time workers earn a living wage. …
North Texas Is Growing. Our Census Count Must Keep Up.
North Texas is growing at an extraordinary pace. According to the North Central Texas Council of Governments, the region’s population reached nearly 8.95…
Meet Our New Board Chairs and Directors for 2026–2027
At United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, we are excited to announce new board chairs for both our Board of Directors and the United Way Foundation of Metropolitan…
STEM Fest Sparks Curiosity and Big Ideas for North Texas Students
On September 29, 500 Mesquite ISD middle schoolers embarked on a day of discovery at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science during United Way of Metropolitan D…
25 Years of Living United: Jennifer Sampson’s Legacy of Transformation
On October 31, Jennifer Sampson will conclude an extraordinary 25-year journey at United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, ending her tenure as its McDermott-Templet…
Beyond the Ballot Box: Texas Voting Deadlines and What North Texans Need to Know
Texas voters have until Monday, Oct. 5, to register for the Nov. 3 general election. Early voting runs Oct. 19–30, and your county elections office must receiv…
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Names Janelle Anderson President and CEO; Elevates Susan Hoff to Executive Vice President
We are thrilled to announce that Janelle Anderson has been named McDermott-Templeton president and CEO of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, succeeding Jennife…