Congratulations to the 2026 Caring for Community Award Recipients
Congratulations to the recipients of United Way of Greater Charlottesville's 7th Annual Caring for Community Awards! Read More
Vote for the 2026 Caring for Community Awards
Voting for the 2026 Caring for Community Awards is open! Cast your votes by Sunday, August 30 at midnight. Read More
About the Awards
Started in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to highlight healthcare workers and others stepping up for our community, the Caring for Community Awards recognize exceptional community service, support, and work by individuals and organizations across the Greater Charlottesville area.
Community-Driven
The Caring for Community Awards are 100% community-driven. The public nominates and then votes for individuals and organizations, ensuring these awards go to people making the biggest difference in our community.
Award Honorees
These awards honor those who are going above and beyond to make our community a better place. The award categories, which were updated in 2026, are:
- Community Philanthropy Award: recognizes those giving their time, talent, and/or treasure for positive impact
- Early Learning Impact Award: recognizes ECCE professionals or centers dedicated to supporting our youngest learners
- Financial Empowerment Award: recognizes those promoting financial literacy, stability, and independence
- Community Health Advocate Award: recognizes healthcare professionals who advocate for patients and demonstrate excellent care
- Business for Good Award: recognizes businesses that positively impact employees, customers, and community
- Service Organization Impact Award: recognizes nonprofits, faith-based organizations, congregations, or ministries serving the community
Congratulations to the 2025 Caring for Community Award honorees!
Interested in Sponsoring?
Recognizing unsung heroes in our area with the Caring for Community Awards would not be possible without our sponsors. If you are interested in being a part of the awards, please reach out to Ben Wilkes at bwilkes@unitedwaycville.org or (804) 615-6040.
All Caring for Community Awards
Congratulations to the 2026 Caring for Community Award Recipients
Congratulations to the recipients of United Way of Greater Charlottesville's 7th Annual Caring for Community Awards! Read More
Vote for the 2026 Caring for Community Awards
Voting for the 2026 Caring for Community Awards is open! Cast your votes by Sunday, August 30 at midnight. Read More
Nominate Someone for a 2026 Caring for Community Award
Nominate individuals and organizations making significant positive impacts in our region for a 2026 Caring for Community Award–nominations close July 17! Read More
Celebrating the Recipients of the 6th Annual Caring for Community Awards
We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Caring for Community Awards, highlighting those going above and beyond to help the Greater Charlottesville community! Read More
Vote for the 2025 Caring for Community Awards!
Vote for the local heroes who have been nominated for a 2025 Caring for Community Award by Sunday, August 31! Read More
Nominate a Local Hero for a 2025 Caring for Community Award!
Nominations for the 2025 Caring for Community Awards are now open! Tell us about a person or organization doing amazing work in the Greater Charlottesville region! Read More
Celebrating the 2024 Caring for Community Awards Honorees
We announced the honorees of the 2024 Caring for Community Awards, presented by Woodard Properties, at this year's Day of Caring Kickoff Breakfast. These awards are based on open nominations and voting in our community. Read MoreCelebrating the 2023 Caring for Community Awards Honorees
It was our honor to celebrate the 4th annual Caring for Community Awards at this year’s Day of Caring Kickoff Breakfast. These awards celebrate those who have gone above and beyond to positively impact our community. Read More
Celebrating the 2022 Caring for Community Awards Honorees
We celebrated the 3rd annual Caring for Community Awards at this year’s Day of Caring Kickoff Breakfast. These awards celebrate individuals, groups, and organizations who have made a lasting impact on our community. Read MoreCelebrating the 2021 Caring for Community Awards Honorees
This year we celebrated the 2nd annual Caring for Community Awards at our Day of Caring kickoff event to honor unsung heroes in our community doing important work to make our home better for everyone. Read MoreCelebrating the 2020 Caring for Community Awards Honorees
This year we launched the 1st annual Caring for Community Awards at our Day of Caring kickoff event. We created these awards to honor unsung heroes in our community doing important work to make our home better for everyone. Read MoreThank You Volunteers!
Congratulations to past Caring for Community Awards honorees, and thank you for your inspiring work in our community!
