About Us

The United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County (UWDPC) works to advance the common good. This means creating opportunities for a better life for all. This is accomplished through our funding of programs and initiatives provided by supported agencies, participation in collaborative efforts, and involving our community in solutions that benefit all of us. 

When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. Our leadership understands that we all win when a child succeeds in school, when families are financially stable and when people have good health. These results and changes have benefits that ripple out to the community.

For more than 100 years, UWDPC has held a reputation as the community’s fundraiser, but United Way doesn’t just raise money. Today’s United Way is a focused, result-driven system working year-round to change community conditions and create lasting solutions. Much like a “general contractor” manages all aspects of constructing a building, UWDPC manages people and resources to create lasting, positive solutions in lives that need it most. Through strong partnerships with volunteers, local businesses, government and nonprofit organizations, UWDPC accomplishes what no one can do alone.

Our Mission

UWDPC is dedicated to improving the lives of our area by mobilizing the caring power of our community to make lasting measurable changes in the conditions that affect us most.

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Our Vision

We aim to be the leader and rallying point for community impact in Danville and Pittsylvania County. Learn more about how to support your local United Way.

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Our History

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Cathy Gore

President/CEO

Cathy has been with UWDPC since 2022, bringing valuable experience from her previous role as Director of Business and Financial Services for the Prevention Services Division at Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services. A native of Pittsylvania County, she holds a degree in Business Administration from Liberty University. Outside of work, Cathy enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In her free time, she can often be found walking or biking along the Riverwalk Trail.

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Eben Leigh

Community Engagement Coordinator

Eben has been serving at UWDPC as a Bonner Leader in 2022. Now, he brings his knowledge of community partners and expertise in communications to expand the awareness of UWDPC in the Danville-Pittsylvania County area. Eben holds a bachelor’s degree in English form Averett University and is a graduate of the 2025 class of Leadership Southside.

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Phyllis Brown

Investment and Engagement Director

Phyllis has been serving UWDPC as Investment and Engagement Director since April 2025. She is a native of Danville and brings years of experience in United Way non-profit management from United Way of Greater Greensboro where she held the title of Data and Technology Director for twelve years.

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ANNUAL REPORT

Explore key highlights from our annual report below. For a comprehensive view, download the full report here.

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Areas of Impact Highlights

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children received high quality literacy support.

EDUCATE

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youth received educational support.

GET HEALTHY

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individuals received services for their health.

FINANCIAL STABILITY

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individuals assisted with their finances.

Community Impact Highlights

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people were trained on home maintenance.

Danville Neighborhood Development Corporation

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people were advised on
employment and self-sufficiency.

The Arc of Southside

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round trips to help individuals gain access to health care.

Southern Area Agency on Aging

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middle and high school students were placed with a mentor.

Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Danville Area

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students advanced to the next grade level.

Danville Church & Community Tutorial Program

Ethics & Accountability

United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County is fully committed to transparency. We have earned a Gold Seal of Transparency from Guidestar. Our donors can feel confident that when we say our money stays local, we mean it

Strategic Plan

United Way Danville-Pittsylvania County’s strategic plan will be used as a roadmap for the continuous improvement of efforts to fulfill its mission. For a comprehensive view of our 2025-2028 strategic plan, download it here or click the button below. 

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Thank You to Our Corporate Partners

Our corporate partners recognize the importance of providing institutional support to ensure United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County can support and improve our community!