About United Way

Lubbock Area United Way strives to close gaps while making new opportunities for everyone. Learn more about how we started, our team, and how we make an impact.

About Lubbock Area United Way

Breaking Barriers since 1946.

Lubbock Area United Way advocates for smart public policy at the local, state, and federal levels. As part of the broader United Way network, we play a vital role in advancing opportunity and strengthening democracy, as well as in mobilizing the caring power of communities for the common good. With deep roots in our community — and an understanding of what households need most to thrive — Lubbock Area United Way has a strong voice with policymakers who are shaping our laws, policies, and governmental systems.

We advocate for opportunities for systemic change through policies enhancing youth opportunity, financial stability, healthy communities, and community resiliency.

The United Way Team

It takes a group effort to make a difference. Meet the team that helps us create and share new opportunities for the Lubbock community.

Amanda McAfee

CEO/President

Alpha Jennings

Chief Financial Officer

Brett Thigpen

Director of Strategic Donor Engagement

Tonya Gomez

Marketing & Communications Director

Jessica Adams

Community Impact Director

Hannah Bigbie

Community Impact Coordinator

Geralyn Monticello

Coordinator, Donor & Volunteer Engagement

Todd Moore

Database Administrator

Kayla Hamby

Finance Assistant

Teresa Salgado

Finance Assistant

Avery Clifton

Administrative Assistant

Madison Turner

Student Assistant Marketing & Communications

Careers

Make a Lasting Impact.

Impact the Lubbock area by starting a career with us. We want to hire people driven to make a positive difference through developing programs, finding resources, and more! Search our positions and start a career with us to break barriers and find solutions.