United Way of America
/juˌnaɪtɪd weɪ əv əˈmerɪkə/
/juˌnaɪtɪd weɪ əv əˈmerɪkə/
- a large US charity, started originally in 1887, with branches in over a thousand cities and towns. It collects money which is then divided among local charities and organizations. In 2009 it combined with United Way International to become United Way Worldwide.
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