Our History
On June 6, 1944 an organizational meeting was held in order to form “Griffin-Spalding County Community Chest”. This was led by a group of volunteers in the community.
Griffin-Spalding County Community Chest was approved in 1945, by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501© (3) organization.
In 1964, the name Griffin-Spalding County Community Chest was changed to Griffin-Spalding County United Fund.
Our organization eventually joined the United Way effort and became the Griffin-Spalding County United Way, along with 32 other United Ways in Georgia.
In 2019, the Griffin-Spalding County United Way celebrates 75 years of service in Griffin-Spalding County.
For over 80 years, we’ve united people, resources, and purpose to build a stronger, more vibrant community for all.
From food pantries to youth mentorship programs, we support a wide range of local nonprofits that are making a real difference in Griffin-Spalding County. Each year, organizations seeking funding from United Way go through a rigorous application and evaluation process, ensuring that donor funds are maximized in the community.
It’s not an easy task, but it’s a necessary one. The challenges facing our community won’t be solved overnight, but together, we can make a meaningful difference. When we lift up our neighbors, we build a stronger, more resilient Griffin-Spalding for everyone.