Cole Society donors are diverse in age, occupation and income, but are united around the importance of being active in their communities and generous with their resources. With more than 8,000 members across our 13-county region, the Cole Society is our largest engagement group and includes affinities for women, African-Americans and young professionals.

Membership Criteria

The Cole Society is open to individuals or couples who make a gift of $1,000 or more annually to United Way of Greater Atlanta.

Member Benefits

Advance Invitations to Special Events
Volunteer Opportunities
Course Opportunities
Board-Level Opportunities in Nonprofits
Dollar-for-Dollar Match Programs

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  • United Way is a place where you and I can come together to join forces to make Atlanta a safer and more vibrant community. It is a powerful and resourceful place. Together, we have the power to generate change and transform tomorrow.

    - Johnnetta B. Cole, Founder of Cole Society

Feb 23

Cole Society Exchange

Join Cole Society for a discussion on public policy promoting child well-being and racial equity, voter participation and civic engagement.

#WhyWednesday: Stayce Michelle

An IRA Can Help United Way Be a Powerful Force for Change

Cole Society asks members to ‘take a stand’

Cole Society Leadership Spotlight

Cole Donors React to the Racial Equity Challenge

A New Way to Make a Difference

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund Donor Spotlight

Will the new retirement legislation affect you?

Powering Potential with the African-American Male Initiative

Cole Society Leadership Spotlight

Cole Society Leadership Spotlight

Cole Society Leadership Spotlight

Cole Society Leadership Spotlight

Federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act Includes Charitable Giving Tax Break for Donors

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