Living United is something we do together… and it involves very personal decisions about giving our time, talent, or treasure to strengthen our communities. On Sunday, February 7, Brian Gallagher, President and CEO of United Way Worldwide took part in a story on CBS Sunday Morning called 'Selling Your House For Charity.'  The segment is inspired by a new book out next month, called The Power of Half. It’s about a family in Atlanta who made a very special decision. The daughter’s desire to help others led this family to sell their house, buy a smaller one, and donate half the proceeds to charity. During the process, the family grappled with how much they should donate, to whom, and how to do so most effectively. In the process, they grew closer to each other and gained a new sense of purpose. The story examined American giving levels, the imperatives and barriers to charity, and the effects of the economic downturn on charitable giving.

To view the video, click here.  To learn more about the many ways you can donate through United Way, click here.