United in Our Communities
United in Our Communities
We believe in leaving our world a little better than we found it. So, in our 75 years of business, we've dedicated ourselves to enhancing our communities and going the extra mile for each other and our neighbors. We’re committed to coming together for good, and we're proud to be United behind our communities.
Our Historic 75 Years
United Community started in 1950 as Union County Bank in Blairsville, Georgia, with a simple mission— to serve people with trust, care, and personal connection. What began as a small local bank grew into a well-respected financial institution, expanding our services while staying true to our roots. Despite economic challenges like the Great Recession, United’s strong leadership and commitment to service helped the bank thrive. In 2010, we earned our first J.D. Power award, and in the years that followed, we expanded our presence across Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, North Carolina, Florida, and Alabama.
Even as we grew, United Community has never lost sight of what really matters—our customers and communities. We launched the United Community Bank Foundation, supporting important causes like youth development, housing, and economic empowerment. In 2023, we refreshed our brand with an updated name and logo, reflecting our mission of bringing people together through financial services. In 2024, we opened our new headquarters in Greenville, South Carolina, and marked a major milestone by ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange, giving our company greater visibility while reinforcing our commitment to growth.
Looking ahead to the next 75 years, United Community is focused on becoming more than just a great bank—we want to be a bank that employees believe in, customers love, and communities truly value.
Even as we grew, United Community has never lost sight of what really matters—our customers and communities. We launched the United Community Bank Foundation, supporting important causes like youth development, housing, and economic empowerment. In 2023, we refreshed our brand with an updated name and logo, reflecting our mission of bringing people together through financial services. In 2024, we opened our new headquarters in Greenville, South Carolina, and marked a major milestone by ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange, giving our company greater visibility while reinforcing our commitment to growth.
Looking ahead to the next 75 years, United Community is focused on becoming more than just a great bank—we want to be a bank that employees believe in, customers love, and communities truly value.
Latest Happenings in the Community
Surprise Squad: Walmart employee supporting blind daughter receives big surprise
Mr. Allen, a 95-year-old Walmart greeter who is hearing impaired, has been caring for his legally blind 74-year-old daughter. When she reached out to the Atlanta Surprise Squad, calling her father her hero, they knew they had to honor him. The team traveled to the Holly Springs Walmart to celebrate his unwavering dedication and daily acts of heroism.
Surprise Squad: Wellstar nurse in Griffin goes above and beyond, receives heartfelt surprise
In February 2025, a Wellstar nurse in Griffin, Georgia, was honored by the Atlanta News First Surprise Squad for her incredible dedication to patient care. The Surprise Squad recognized her commitment by presenting her with a heartfelt surprise, acknowledging her efforts in going above and beyond in her nursing duties.
Surprise Squad: Upstate mom brings joy of books to WNC
When Hurricane Helene tore through the Carolinas, an Upstate mom with ties to Western North Carolina felt compelled to make a difference. Kristen has been packing and shipping thousands of donations from across the country to WNC every weekend since the hurricane devastated thousands of residents. The Fox Carolina Surprise Squad honored her for her incredible and selfless dedication.
