GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The United Way of Wayne County (UWWC) concluded its 100th Anniversary and 2025 Community Campaign on December 31, 2025, with $818,200.84 raised—96.3% of the campaign’s $850,000 goal—positively affecting an estimated 16,364 lives across Wayne County. A few additional contributions may still be applied in early January 2026.
Savannah Lambert, Resource Development Director, praised the community’s efforts, saying, “The success of this campaign belongs to every individual and organization who chose to invest in people and possibility. Every dollar raised represents hope, opportunity, and a belief in a stronger future for our neighbors.”
The campaign’s progress was driven by the leadership of the UWWC Board of Directors and dedicated volunteers, led by Campaign Chair Selena Worrell. More than 90 businesses and schools hosted employee campaigns, enabling staff to give back through payroll deductions. These workplace campaigns remain the primary source of funding for the 14 partner agencies and 21 programs that provide essential services across the county.
“Our goal and campaign are beginning to look different as we move to an issue of poverty and a goal of financial stability,” said Worrell. “With one of our three-year processes behind us, we are engaging with thoughtful purpose and more grateful than ever for investors committed to change.”
Executive Director Sherry Archibald also expressed gratitude and vision for the future: “Thank you, Wayne County, for continuing to stand with us as we work to improve lives throughout our community in 2025. Our nonprofit partners remain committed to delivering meaningful solutions, and we look forward to building momentum, deepening collaboration, and identifying innovative ways to address community needs. We invite everyone to join us in the 2026 Campaign as we continue shaping a stronger future of financial stability for our citizens.”
The United Way of Wayne County’s 2025 campaign highlights the power of collective community support, with every contribution helping move Wayne County closer to a healthier, more resilient future.
