Working Together for a Better Hall County

We aim to set measurable, community-wide goals and develop strategies based on existing data and direct input from those experiencing poverty—ensuring that our entire community works together toward sustainable solutions.

Where Will You Make an Impact?

Get involved in the area that matters most to you.

Our Shared Vision: A Better Hall for All

  • Everyone has a safe, affordable place to live

  • Healthcare, including mental health care, is accessible

  • No one goes hungry or unseen

  • Children thrive through strong education and after-school programs

  • Families have paths to financial stability

  • Discrimination has no place

  • Justice systems focus on rehabilitation

  • Volunteerism, inclusion, and hospitality are part of everyday life

We imagine a Hall County where poverty no longer defines opportunity—and where every person has access to safety, stability, and support.

Together, we’re working toward a community where:

Get Involved

in breaking the cycle of poverty in Hall County by understanding the challenges faced by our most vulnerable citizens through collaboration with local churches, public, private, and non-profit sectors to address the root causes of poverty in a holistic way

For questions, contact Pam Kenney at pkenney@unitedwayhallcounty.org.

One Hall meetings are an open, public forum for anyone wanting to join our community-driven conversations.

  • 1st Thursday of each month
    at 9:00 a.m. in person:

    United Way of Hall County
    527 Oak Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

    • March 6th

    • June 5th

    • August 7th

    • September 4th

    • October 2nd

    • November 6th

    • December 4th

  • 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8:30AM in person

    • March 19 at Brenau Renaissance, 106 Spring Street SW, Gainesville

    • April 16 at Brenau Renaissance

    • May 15at First Baptist Church Gainesville for Hall Goes Green (Wear GREEN!)

    • June 18 at United Way of Hall County, 527 Oak Street, Gainesville

    • July 16 at United Way of Hall County

    • August 20 at Brenau Renaissance, 106 Spring Street SW, Gainesville

    • September 17 at Brenau Renaissance, 106 Spring Street SW, Gainesville

    • October 15 at Brenau Renaissance, 106 Spring Street SW, Gainesville

    • November 19 at Brenau Renaissance, 106 Spring Street SW, Gainesville

    • December 17 TBD

  • 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2:00PM

    United Way of Hall County
    527 Oak Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

    • March 19

    • April 16

    • June 18

    • July 16

    • August 20

    • September 17

    • October 15

    • November 19

    • December 17

Committee Goals & Initiatives

HEALTH

Goal

Promote well-being in Hall County through interventions that support physical, mental, and behavioral health.

KEY INITIATIVES

  • Support at least three community health events annually

  • Launch a social media “Health Challenge” campaign

  • Provide suicide prevention training (QPR) with a focus on older adults

  • Convene a Suicide Fatality Review Committee

  • Build youth resilience through mental and behavioral health efforts

    MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
    Visit the Reach Out Website to explore mental health support and services.

REACH OUT HALL COUNTY

EDUCATION

Goal

Improve literacy, early childhood development, and career readiness

KEY Focus areas

Encourage:

  • Improve third-grade reading proficiency

  • Support early childhood education access

Focus:

  • Educate families about the importance of early literacy

  • Address summer learning loss

  • Provide volunteer opportunities for reading programs

Support:

  • College and career preparation

  • Workforce readiness and post-secondary planning

FINANCIAL STABILITY

Goal

Support solutions that improve housing affordability and stability

PRIORITIES

  • Advocate for affordable housing initiatives

  • Increase landlord participation in housing voucher programs

  • Encourage public-private partnerships and creative housing solutions

  • Host educational events like the GICH Housing Festival

  • Research and promote funding opportunities (e.g., LIHTC, Section 515)

  • Create business engagement opportunities

  • Develop advocacy materials and community education campaigns

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Join a committee, attend a meeting, or volunteer your time to help build a stronger, more connected Hall County.