At United Way of Sumner County, strong leadership is key to our ability to drive lasting change in our community. During our annual Board of Directors meeting held in June, we approved new leadership roles and celebrated the dedication of those who have helped guide our work.
At United Way of Sumner County, we believe in the power of local voices to inspire action and build community. In this month’s Volunteer Voices feature, we’re honored to share the words of Sherri Ferguson, a dedicated volunteer whose commitment to service reflects the very heart of our mission.
After undergoing surgery last fall, one Westmoreland Senior Center member faced ongoing health challenges that made it difficult to leave home. For months, she only visited the Center occasionally, as her strength allowed.
Together, We Showed Up for Sumner County Moms & Babies!
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the 2025 United Way of Sumner County Mom & Baby Care Drive collected 964 essential items—including diapers, pull-ups, wipes, feminine care products, and personal hygiene items—valued at more than $3,200! These donations will soon be in the hands of local families who need them most.
Small Business, Big Impact
"This is the most broken kid we've ever seen," was the statement give to Ashley's Place from the center that does forensic medical exams for minors of sexual assault.
By the time the teen entered Ashley's Place, she had spent two weeks not bathing, hardly eating, not leaving her home because of her anxiety. Her assault triggered a cascade of symptoms related to post traumatic stress disorder. In the early months of therapy she changed schools in an attempt to start over, but her depression lead her to using drugs in an attempt to numb her emotions.
It is March 21, 2025, the morning of the United Way of Sumner County Gala.
We’ve Been Here Before—And We’ll Be Here Again
At United Way of Sumner County, we've stood with our community through some of its most difficult moments—floods, tornadoes, and unexpected emergencies. When disaster strikes, we activate quickly—connecting those impacted with the help and hope they need.
With tornado season now underway, we ask: Are you and your family prepared?
The 2025 Gala United: A Night at the Races, presented by Dollar General, was a night to remember—filled with high stakes, high spirits, and heartfelt generosity. On Friday, March 21, our guests donned their finest Derby hats, fascinators, and bow ties and gathered at Live Hendersonville (formerly the Premier Centre) for an evening of elegance and excitement in support of United Way of Sumner County. With 210 attendees, the energy in the room was electric!
