Making Connections
& Making a difference
United Way NEXT works to build a diverse and inclusive community of current and former United Way professionals.
As an alumni association, with nearly 500 individual members and more than 200 organizational members, we share a profound sense of purpose and belonging 💙
Who We Serve
United Way Staff
An individual employee, local United Way teams, or State Associations.
United Way Alumni
Individuals that have served at a United Way & since moved on to explore something new.
United Way Retirees
Individuals that have previously served at a United Way & have since retired.
What We Do
Events
Resources
Programs
Spotlights
Mentorship
News
Only interested in connecting with other United Way professionals?
No matter what’s NEXT for you in your United Way journey,
United Way NEXT is here to support you in your NEXT adventure!
Connect with the United Way NEXT Community
United Way NEXT is a community of passionate United Way professionals, alumni, and retirees ready to cheer you on!
Join our Facebook Community with 125+ individual members.
Connect with United Way professionals in our LinkedIn Group.
Meet and learn from other UW NEXT members at our events.
Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date with our latest news & opportunities.
Participate in our Events & Programs to learn & Grow
United Way NEXT is full of leaders and consultants, tap into their knowledge and expertise!
Attend a live event or catch a recent recording.
Get support and advice from a trusted mentor through our mentorship program.
Check out our Interim Executive Leadership resources, whether you’re looking to become one or hire one.
Join the waitlist to learn more about our Consultant Collaborative.
Hear Directly from our members
Visit our Member Voices page to keep tabs on the books, blogs, podcasts, & newsletters are members have published!
Get Connected to the right people
United Way NEXT is all about making connections. We’d love to help you get connected to the right individual or organization!
Check out our membership directory.
Express your interest in being matched with a mentor.
Access a pool of United Way experienced consultants.
Give Back to support other UW Professionals
United Way NEXT is all about making a difference. Help us cultivate an even stronger community of staff, alumni, & retirees!
Become a CEO/Staff or Endowment & Planned Giving Mentor.
Share your experience and expertise as a guest speaker.
Collaborate on one of our member-led work groups.
Explore other ways to give back to UW NEXT.
Celebrating 35 years
United Way NEXT kicked off our 35th Anniversary Celebration on March 19th, 2025! We are incredibly proud to commemorate such a special occasion & we hope you'll join us for a year of festivities 💙