<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Albemarle Area United Way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Together, we're transforming Northeastern North Carolina—building vibrant, healthier communities powered by your generosity.]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:07:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.aaunitedway.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Yarn Uniting Community: Where Creativity Meets Compassion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A vibrant community fashion show in Elizabeth City brought together creativity and compassion, raising vital support for local neighbors in need. Discover how this unique event connects to the broader impact of Albemarle Area United Way, and explore how the Community Care Collaborative is making a difference every day.]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/yarn-uniting-community-event</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a203943c9d8b2a0564ed15b</guid><category><![CDATA[CCC]]></category><category><![CDATA[Community Events]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fundraising Activities]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:01:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0c8a7_14cd439a48434136b54ca186ef9814bc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bocce, Beer &#38; Bites: The AAUW’s Can’t-Miss Spring Tradition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bocce, Beer &#38; Bites 2026 brought teams, volunteers, and supporters together for a day of sun-soaked competition and hometown fun. From tight matches to sideline cheers, the tournament delivered plenty of memorable moments—plus a meaningful boost for Albemarle Area United Way’s work across northeastern North Carolina.]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/bocce-beer-bites-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fcf873ff1f3255572afd4c</guid><category><![CDATA[Community Events]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fundraising Activities]]></category><category><![CDATA[Award Ceremonies]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:15:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0c8a7_80e91e9a23084ebe8a39fb3c089ea817~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteer Spotlight: Marsha Vanture, CCC Board Chair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marsha Vanture’s commitment to the Community Care Collaborative reflects her deep belief in neighbors helping neighbors. 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Elizabeth City, NC –  Albemarle Area United Way will gather at Waterfront Park again this spring to hold its 8 th  annual Bocce, Beer &#38; Bites event.  The event will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  This popular event, typically attracting 350 attendees, will enable up to 40 teams to compete in the double elimination bocce tournament consisting of 4-person teams. 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CCC supports local families in crisis—and your gift can make all the difference.]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/from-crisis-to-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690a7b347e1b4853218f0b03</guid><category><![CDATA[CCC]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 22:24:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0c8a7_dcd81525707b4c82aee9f1ac88a8412e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albemarle Area United Way honoring Jim &#38; Katie Owens Keel Club Philanthropy Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[AAUW the honorees of our Keel Club Philanthropy Award James &#38; Kathrine Owens]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/aauw-honors-jim-katie-owens-keel-club-philanthropy-award</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b9cf8c4c40c4b0142ce59a</guid><category><![CDATA[Community Leaders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Philanthropy Heroes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Award Ceremonies]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:04:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0c8a7_80c916fb7b29482cb5a5b40aae565503~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_434,h_244,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAUW Welcomes New Executive Assistant]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to welcome Jessica Olsen to the staff of Albemarle Area United Way. ​ Jessica hails from Maine and spent 7 years in...]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/aauw-welcomes-new-executive-assistant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a8b093c0b7bf2834940fcc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:03:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba82cc_3ab6fbc08cbf40c18ffb3740e6051091~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andy &#38; Karin Montero Honored with 5th Annual Philanthropy Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pictured with Andy &#38; Karin Montero are Bill Blake, AAUW Executive Director and Tammy Sawyer, AAUW Board Chair. 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Anela Tory joins AAUW]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director of Community Engagement &#38; Agency Relations Born and raised on the Island of Oahu, Hawaii, Anela recently relocated to Elizabeth...]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/aloha-anela-tory-joins-aauw</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63c852d842d57cbc9ee832ef</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:16:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1b4915_7ebc56a23d0541c0b886b3ef626bb9ed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[          Bocce, Beer &#38; Bites 2022]]></title><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/bocce-beer-bites-2022</link><guid isPermaLink="false">627c0f4d7e5b6fd030906585</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 19:34:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1b4915_02351d8322dc4540a5298ef29b8cd664~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_854,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[File Your Taxes for FREE]]></title><description><![CDATA[To help ease the stress associated with taxes, MyFreeTaxes offers assistance filing your federal and state for FREE. ]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/file-your-taxes-for-free</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6027eaebbab33a0017cb6c14</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/00380f_42f608634e144caf94822bb8b6d0c841~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let's Celebrate the Season of Giving]]></title><description><![CDATA[The season of giving is upon us! Let's take some time to give thanks to those who have touched our lives or the lives of others.]]></description><link>https://www.aaunitedway.org/post/season-of-giving</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fb3cec16547df00171d7075</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/00380f_b84b37b7aa2043bc8ea5ad002f3697db~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_850,h_450,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2020 Day of Caring: How Will YOU Make a Difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday, September 18, 2020 is #DayofCaring! 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