United Way of Bristol TN/VA held their Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at the Bristol Train Station. More than 150 guests joined in the festivities as companies, partner agencies and...

Photo by David CriggerBRISTOL, TN/VA – United Way of Bristol TN/VA and Food City were proud to partner once again for the Celebrity Bagging Event on Tuesday, November 26th from 10am to 6pm at five...

The Pinnacle 5K – Certified Course Event! Saturday, July 31, 20218:00 a.m. Kid’s Fun Run8:30 a.m. 5KCourse will start at Aubrey’s and finish at Johnny Brusco’s and will run entirely on the property...

The countdown is on for the release of the Week of Caring agency projects on April 15th.Join the United Way of Bristol for ourWEEK OF CARING!June 17-22, 2019The United Way Week of Caring, sponsored...

BRISTOL, Va. — The United Way of Bristol surpassed its $1.1 million campaign fundraising goal, ensuring that its partner agencies will get funding in 2018.The announcement was made Friday morning...

BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. — Volunteers and nonprofits can now find each other in one place.In partnership with the United Way of Greater Kingsport, officials from United Way of Bristol launched a new...

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Friday, October 20, 2017United Way of Bristol announced today that it has achieved nearly 59 percent of this year’s $1.1 million campaign goal.“We are so very appreciative to everyone who has...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIEREditor’s note: This is the seventh story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people who are helped. The organization...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIEREditor’s note: This is the fifth story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people they help. The organization is in...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIER  BRISTOL, Va.Although United Way of Bristol didn’t meet its 2014-15 campaign goal of $1.425 million, more than $1.2 million was raised and a celebration to...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIER |Editor’s note: This is the sixth story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people who are helped. The organization...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIEREditor’s note: This is the fourth story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people they help in the community. United...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIEREditor’s note: This is the third story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people they help in the community. United...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIEREditor’s note: This is the second story in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people they help. The organization is in...

BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIER Editor’s note: This is the first in a series about the United Way of Bristol, the agencies it funds and the people they help. BRISTOL, Tenn. — Volunteering...

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BY LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIERBRISTOL, Va. — The United Way of Bristol reported Thursday that so far this year’s fundraising campaign has raised more than $700,000 — which is nearly half...

ALLIE ROBINSON GIBSON | BRISTOL HERALD COURIERBRISTOL, Tenn. — Rushing from agency to agency for help, trying to make the money last as long as the week, and struggling to put food on the table is...

“If you go out into the real world, you cannot miss seeing that the poor are poor not because they are untrained or illiterate but because they cannot retain the returns of their labor. They have...

LURAH LOWERY | BRISTOL HERALD COURIERBRISTOL, Va. — How can United Way make a difference in people’s lives?That question was answered at the 2014-15 United Way of Bristol campaign kickoff Thursday...

Many thanks to Richard Mink Photography, WCYB, YWCA of Bristol, Family Promise of Bristol, BTES, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mountain Empire, Bristol Speech and Hearing, CAC of Washington County and...

Photographer: David Crigger/ BHCPosted: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 11:08 pm | Updated: 1:48 am, Thu Aug 14, 2014.BY KEVIN CASTLE | BRISTOL HERALD COURIER |BRISTOL, Va. — University of Tennessee...

Lola McVey, Director of Accounting and Finance at BTES, was chosen to chair the United Way of Bristol’s 2015 Campaign. “We are so excited to have Lola McVey serving as our 2014 United Way of...

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CenturyLink Employees learning what the United Way does and how the dollars immediately impact our community. Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol and Washington County, VA and Children’s Advocacy...

Many thanks to our friends at Wellmont for hosting this great fundraiser. We are sure that the staff loved “LIVING UNITED”The post UNITED WAY WELLMONT 2013 FUNDRAISIER appeared first on United Way...

Many thanks to our partner agencies, WCYB and corporate partners in making this year’s campaign a dream come true!The post 2013 UNITED WAY OF BRISTOL TN/VA CAMPAIGN VIDEO appeared first on United...

In 1990, John Vann co-founded Clinical Trial Management Services, Inc. (CTMS) a contract research organization in Bristol, Tennessee where he served as CEO from 2000-2007. In 2007, CTMS became a...

(Katie Carrico is on the left, Alicia Yontz in the middle, and Holly Blair is on the right).We would like to introduce you all to the newest members of the Kingsport Big Brothers Big Sisters of...

Coordinated School Health keeps Tennessee students in school and ready to learnby Rebecca CraddockCoordinated School Health/Communications, Bristol Tennessee City SchoolsCommunications Committee...

Here is an awesome video from Food City. Happy Fourth From The United Way of Bristol TN/VAThe post SALUTE FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY 2013 appeared first on United Way of Bristol....

Check out United Way’s new video, with Ronnie Milsap encouraging all Tennesseans to Raise their Hand and volunteer to read, tutor or mentor!  More than 5,000 volunteers statewide have been...

Dads and role model come in different shapes, sorts and sizes. Here at the United Way we know the importance of role models and especially dads within our communities.  Here is a fun video as to...

Entenmann’s is partnering with The Salvation Army USA for National Donut Day! For every new “LIKE” to Entenmann’spage that they receive until June 30th, they will donate $1 to the Salvation Army....

Bristol Tennessee City Councilman Ben Zandi has proposed balancing the city’s budget by, among other things, eliminating the city’s donations to nonprofit agencies serving Bristol.Specifically,...

Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the Oklahoma tornado tragedy. Our hearts go out to all those there.Here are some ways to help:Text “storm” to 80888 to make a $10 donation to the...

On April 29, 2013, more than 100 people attended the Desserts and More Galore fundraiser for Family Promise of Bristol. This 25% increase in attendance raised more than $7,500 (a 30% increase over...

Join the celebration by updating your social media to thank a teacher. On Tuesday, May 7, change your Facebook status to thank a teacher who made a difference in your life. Or change your profile...

April 30, 2013 — With the NALC’s 21st annual National Food Drive now just a few short weeks away, the pace of the behind-the-sceneswork to make it go as smoothly as possible is reaching a fever...

80 million people in the United States are uninsured and underinsured.  In the last two years, 40% of the U.S. population either didn’t buy medicine they needed or reduced the required dosage...

Second Annual Desserts Galore & Much MoreDessert Fundraiser and Silent Auction to benefit Family Promise of BristolFirst Presbyterian Church701 Florida AvenueBristol, TN 37620DirectionsRSVP to the...

It’s that time of year again. Time to file your taxes! But don’t worry; it’s not as bad as it seems. You can file your state and federal taxes for FREEusing MyFreeTaxes.com if you made $57,000 or...

Longtime area philanthropists Frank and Jackie Leonard received the 2013 Jeff Byrd Spirit of Giving Award during the United Way of Bristol’s annual meeting Friday.The couple were among numerous...

Less than a month after the Bristol community was issued a challenge to help United Way of Bristol reach their 2012 fundraising goal of $1.4 million, the goal has been met!  To date the...

When Tri-Cities resident Virginia Rodefer placed her hands on the doors of the Salvation Army, she didn’t know what to expect. She ended up going with her gut feeling and walked inside.Rodefer, a...

The smile on Charlotte Fleenor’s face lit up the room when she began talking about the volunteers behind the RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program)For more than two decades, volunteers have...

Imagine living in a home surrounded by violence, and seeing life crumble right from under your feet. That’s how one Twin City resident felt nearly six months ago.She remembers that time, as if it...

Bristol, Tenn. natives Rhonda and Bill Holland say the Bristol YWCA have been a godsend for not only them, but their twenty-one month old granddaughter, Lexie as well.The Holland’s known to Lexie...

The United Way of Bristol has raised 61 percent of its $1.4 million fundraising goal — well ahead of last year’s pace for donations, campaign Chairman Jim Maxwell said Friday.“This is great news,”...

It was Steve McMillian’s desire to be a strong male role model for today’s youth that got him involved in Big Brothers, Big Sisters of East Tennessee.And since the Twin City native met his little...

Kathi Roark has two passions: service and children.And her job as executive director of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol/Washington County, allows her to combine the two.“I started as a...

Imagine looking in the mirror and not feeling pretty because of your smile.How about suffering from agonizing tooth pain?That’s exactly how Twin City native Christie Sherfey felt when she looked in...

Valerie Thayer thinks back to that August day in 2010, when her life changed forever. That was the day her ex-husband suddenly passed away.Although Thayer, a Bristol, Va., native, and her ex...

BRISTOL, Tenn. — Michelle Edmisten had no hesitation in her voice when asked how Bristol Faith in Action helped her in a serious time of need. It was the kind words of a relative’s co-worker that...

The United Way of Bristol has already raised more than a fourth of its $1.4 million fundraising goal, campaign officials revealed during a Monday luncheon at the Bristol train station.“I’m stoked...

The United Way has done invaluable work helping children and can inspire even more youths in the future, NFL Hall of Famer and Va. Tech graduate Bruce Smith told some 400 officials and volunteers...

The Van Driver(s) is a critical component of Family Promise.  This person or persons will meet the families at the hosting congregation every morning and at the Day Center in the evenings.  Sunday...

The Fun in the Sun water event Wednesday at YWCA Bristol – part of the United Way’s annual Week of Caring – couldn’t have come on a better day; The first day of summer brought lots of humidity and...

BRISTOL, Va. —City Police Department Officer Nathan Greene has made his share of arrests – but on Monday morning Greene was tasked with capturing and keeping the attention spans of 25 children as...

PLEASE JOIN US!Family Promise of Bristol is having a Dessert Fundraiser on Monday, April 23, 2012 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church with special guest speaker, Steve Hawkins...

Pre-sale now until April 17th. Public Sale May 11th at McIver Memorial Presbyterian Church.The plants are hand picked at a local greenhouse to ensure you receive the best quality!Hanging Baskets...

John Tickle presents Jim McGlothlin with the 2012 Jeff Byrd Spirit of Giving AwardIn accepting the United Way of Bristol’s top award Monday, James McGlothlin heaped praise on the agencies and...

Nell Bieger, Campaign Chair announced this morning that the United Way of Bristol has exceeded the $1,300,000 goal by more than $20,000!   Thank you to everyone that contributed to the success of...

Bill Bledsoe long-time regional artist is at the United Way of Bristol office today signing the Extra Mile prints for the 2011/2012 campaign.  This year’s print, “Family Race Night” is the 8th...

The United Way of Bristol remains about 20 percent shy of its $1.3 million fundraising goal and will continue its community efforts to reach that mark, said Lisa Cofer, the chapter’s executive...

BRISTOL, Va. – Nema Shaffer says that living with a severe respiratory ailment –that requires her to use an oxygen apparatus – is challenging on its own.But when one of the effects of her illness –...

Students of the Virginia Intermont College Social Work Club raised a large donation of soap and toiletry items from across campus for Abuse Alternatives, an agency supported by the United Way of...

BRISTOL, Tenn. —United Way of Bristol Executive Director Lisa Cofer says her job running a non-profit organization that provides money and other invaluable support to nearly 30 local social...

Once, Alice was a Tri-Cities woman trapped in a home full of violence – and a life that appeared free of hope.But, today, Alice is free from an environment of domestic violence – and has a life...

Families facing homelessness in the region might soon have a place to stay while they get back on their feet.A multi-agency effort involving local churches, the United Way of Bristol and a group...

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BRISTOL, Tenn. / Va. —“Tim” – an adult male with an intellectual disability – has faced some challenges.Living in a facility that was more than three hours away from the Tri-Cities, Tim (a...

BRISTOL, Tenn. – As a troubled 15-year-old girl, “Pam,” had both a past and a future that looked grim and low on hope.After spending her early life in a home where she witnessed domestic violence,...

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KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Lisa was a teen who lived in fear.She was afraid to keep living with her father, with whom she often butted heads – and someone who, previously during their difficult...

BRISTOL, Tenn. – Susan Davenport’s words are laced with emotion when she recalls the daily pressure that once weighed on her family as it battled both financial challenges and medical concerns.“It...

BRISTOL, Va. – When Mike Montgomery felt nauseated, short of breath and with a heaviness in his chest while dining at his parents’ Old Airport Road home on March 3, his training as a 20-year city...

Homelessness is a big issue, but working together we can make a huge difference.70 children in our Bristol, TN and Bristol, VA city schools are homeless. One of the biggest issues facing our...

According to her mother, Diane Burke, “Kandi comes alive when she is at summer camp.” “Outside Alive” is a high quality, well organized program for special needs children that focuses on fitness,...

Susan and Waylon Davenport, parents of two and full-time working professionals, are just like so many dedicated families in this community. The YWCA’s Affordable Child Care Program provides a...

Dear Caring Friends:In today’s economically challenging and uncertain times, the most vulnerable among us – families who are homeless and hungry, battered women and children, uninsured families...

At a very young age, I was sexually abused by my biological father. As a result of the abuse, I learned to hold my feelings in and keep them to myself. After my mother found out what was going on,...

In the early 1950s, a young Jim Geiger, who lived in public housing, started attending the Club. At that time it was just the Boy’s Club…girls didn’t join until later. Jim faced a reading...