United Way of Greater Atlanta
Laura Heiman has a diverse work experience spanning multiple organizations and roles. Laura currently serves as the Director of Capacity Building and Operations at the United Way of Greater Atlanta since July 2021. Prior to this, they worked as a Project Manager at the same organization from May 2017 to June 2021, where they supported the Greater Atlanta COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund and managed capacity building efforts for nonprofit partners. Before joining United Way, Laura worked as the Manager of Major Gifts at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History from April 2016 to April 2017, overseeing a $1.7M fundraising portfolio and managing donor solicitation campaigns. Laura also held the role of Grants & Sponsorship Coordinator at the same organization from June 2014 to April 2016. Additionally, Laura worked as a Consultant in Information Services at The Hillman Company and Hillman Family Foundations from November 2013 to May 2014.
Laura Heiman has a strong educational background in history. Laura obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where they studied from 2006 to 2010. In 2008-2009, Laura participated in the Junior Year Abroad Program at King's College London, further enhancing their historical knowledge. Later, they pursued a Master of Arts degree in History with a concentration in Public History at American University, completing their studies from 2011 to 2013.
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United Way of Greater Atlanta
When children thrive, we all thrive. Kids are born with limitless potential. And every child —from McDonough to Marietta, from College Park to Norcross, from Atlanta to Austell—deserves the opportunity to thrive. But in Greater Atlanta, thousands of kids are faced with roadblocks where they should be met with possibilities. When we unite, we can unlock their potential, creating a brighter future, for every community. Our Child Well-Being Index shows that in 79 neighborhoods across our region, child well-being is declining. These neighborhoods are located in every one of Greater Atlanta's 13 counties, and often they're separated by just a few short blocks from the neighborhoods with the most access to opportunity. For the 77,000 youth who call these neighborhoods home, that means that they're facing inequitable barriers to success. They have big dreams—but gaps in opportunities and resources stand in their way of achieving them. These aren’t just numbers. They’re our neighbors. When you join the movement to improve child well-being, you open pathways to opportunity, helping to: - Give more families access to quality early learning programs, so kids become strong learners. - Provide apprenticeship opportunities for youth, equipping them for high-growth careers. - Put college within reach for more families, through academic supports and financial aid access. - Set individuals up for financial stability, through stable housing, access to healthcare and employment opportunities. - Support community-led solutions, so that everyone—regardless of race or zip code—can thrive. Our guiding question is “how are the children?” United, we’re working toward a future where we can respond with “all the children are well.” Join the movement at unitedwayatlanta.org