Calling all Latino Small Business Owners in Calhoun, GA!

We are hosting an event for Latino small business owners Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 7:00 pm at the Calhoun Depot located at 109 S. King St., Calhoun, GA. Our desire is to build a strong network of leaders to impact the amazing Latino community in Gordon County and we'd love to invite anyone and everyone out to this great event. We'll have some snacks and drinks and there is no cost to attend. 

What is the United Way Small Business Circle? 

United Way of Gordon County believes that small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and churches play a critical role in maintaining a thriving local economy, and people want to shop at businesses that support their community. We are pleased to offer an investment opportunity that is good for your business and our community. 

Unity Run 5K 2022

Celebrating 35 years of serving Gordon County, the local United Way used an 80’s theme for their annual fundraising kick-off event, the Unity Run 5K, with 1,954 finishers crossing the finish line. United Way of Gordon County announced their fundraising goal of $710,000 to support the education, basic needs, and health by partnering with area Community Partners. 

What is the United Way Small Business Circle? 

United Way of Gordon County believes that small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and churches play a critical role in maintaining a thriving local economy, and people want to shop at businesses that support their community. We are pleased to offer an investment opportunity that is good for your business and our community. 

You're Invited!

United Way of Gordon County believes that small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and churches play a critical role in maintaining a thriving local economy, and people want to shop at businesses that support their community. We are pleased to offer an opportunity to come and learn about our new Small Business Circle while enjoying a delicious catered lunch free of charge. 

The event will take place on Wednesday, August 24th from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at the Harris Arts Center, located at 212 S. Wall St., Calhoun, GA 30701. 

For 35 years, the United Way of Gordon County has mobilized caring people to invest in our community where resources are needed most. With origins dating back to the 1960s, the United Way became an official 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in April of 1987. To read our complete press release about our 35 years serving Gordon County, read below.

Press Release - May 2022

The Unity Run 5K is going back to the 1980s with our 29th annual 5K coming up on Tuesday, September 27, 2022!

Why the 1980s?
We are celebrating 35 years of United Way serving the Gordon County area. Since we were founded in 1987, the Unity Run 5K will have a theme: the 1980's to celebrate our 35th year! So grab those tube socks, rock those sweat headbands, clip on those fanny packs, dust off your old cassette walkmans, embrace the side pony, and join us in all your 80s glory! 

UNITED WAY’S UNITY RUN 5K IS BACK!

United Way of Gordon County is excited to announce its 28th Annual Unity Run 5K is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2021. This year’s 5K race is in person, and will be held in a more traditional format with staggered start times to limit congestion at the start line. Since 1994, the Unity Run 5K has signaled the official start to the United Way of Gordon County’s annual fundraising campaign.  The Unity Run 5K is a fundraiser for United Way and raises money for our community partner agencies in Gordon County.

You’re invited to United Way of Gordon County’s 10th and final presentation of Calhoun’s Dancing with the Stars presented by Mohawk Industries, Calhoun-Gordon Community Foundation, and Morning Pointe of Calhoun. The record-setting fundraiser will close with an April 16 finale at the Calhoun Performing Arts Center at 7:00 p.m. A dress rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday, April 15 with tickets sold at a discounted rate. This year’s show will feature a combination of adult and student dance teams as they compete to raise funds for United Way of Gordon County.

You’re invited to United Way of Gordon County’s 10th and final presentation of Calhoun’s Dancing with the Stars presented by Mohawk Industries, Calhoun-Gordon Community Foundation, and Morning Pointe of Calhoun. The record-setting fundraiser will close with an April 16 finale at the Calhoun Performing Arts Center at 7:00 p.m. A dress rehearsal is scheduled for Thursday, April 15 with tickets sold at a discounted rate. This year’s show will feature a combination of adult and student dance teams as they compete to raise funds for United Way of Gordon County.