Carlton Family's United Way Legacy: Giving Back

0:00I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest from Birmingham News today. Kelly Carlton has spent over 30 years at United Way of Central Alabama, rising from internal audit to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating. Officer, after starting as a CPA, she joined the non-profit and quickly fell in love with its mission to help local communities. Her passion has deeply influenced her daughters, Emily and Mary Elizabeth, who make giving back a priority in their own lives. Emily works in IT Risk Management at Regions Bank, while Mary Elizabeth leads communications for a cancer prevention group. Both grew up around the organization and recently served as loaned executives, helping with annual fundraising campaigns. These roles reminded them of the real people behind issues like hunger and shelter. The family share stories of how United Way shaped their values, emphasizing a servant's heart and community awareness. Kelly wants the pass on her knowledge so others can carry the work forward, creating a lasting family legacy of service.

1:00Women United, a key part of United Way, brings together women donors giving at least $1,000 a year. With about 1,600 members, they've raised around $4 million for local impact. It offers networking, lunches on community issues, and volunteer chances to empower neighborhoods. Right now, through Friday, March 27th, United Way's period supply drive needs feminine products like pads and tampons. Drop them off at six spots across Central Alabama, including county offices and their headquarters. Last year, they collected over 45,000 items worth more than $20,000, packing kits for teen girls and shelters in schools. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you're listening to, S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com. Made in AI.