As Charlotte continues to grow and evolve, conversations about trusted information, community voice, and civic connection are becoming more important than ever. That’s why United Way of Greater Charlotte was proud to be part of the 2026 Local News Impact Summit hosted by the Charlotte Journalism Collaborative at Queens University of Charlotte.
Representing United Way of Greater Charlotte, Kathryn Firmin-Sellers participated in the panel “Shifting Ground: Nonprofits, Policy & The Changing Landscape,” which explored how changing policies and funding priorities are impacting nonprofits and communities across the region.
Held each May, the summit brings together journalists, nonprofit organizations, local leaders, churches, neighborhood associations, and residents for a day of collaboration and discussion around the issues shaping Charlotte.
For United Way of Greater Charlotte, the conversation reflected on the vital role nonprofits play in maintaining the fabric of our communities, and the importance of creating a civic infrastructure and connected community ecosystem where people have access to the information, resources and support they need to thrive.
At United Way of Greater Charlotte, we know data alone never tells the full story. Behind every statistic are real people, lived experiences, and communities working toward opportunity and stability. Conversations like these help ensure that the human stories behind the data are seen, heard, and understood.
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