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The Most Important Lessons in Life I Learned From My Mother
As long as I can remember, my mom has been doing for others. She set an example and included me in her good work. I remember as a child, going to volunteer wherever my mom was helping in the community. We did many different things including volunteering at our church or the park concession stand, which I realize now played a vital role in keeping the kids in my community active and healthy. More
05/11/12
United Way Women’s Leadership Council on the Hill: Raising Our Voice for Early Grade Reading
Last month, United Way Women’s Leadership Council played a pivotal role in a Congressional Literacy Briefing organized by our education partners.
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05/10/12
Voices for the Common Good: The World Speaks Out on Opportunity
United Way is excited to release “Voices for the Common Good: The World Speaks Out on Opportunity” – a new report based on more than 120 community conversations in a dozen countries. In these conversations, everyday people from all walks of life talked about their aspirations for their communities, the challenges they see in creating opportunity, and what it will take to make real progress in the areas central to a good life – education, income, and health.
05/08/12
Athletes and United Ways Making a Difference
Across the country athletes are applying their talents to improve their communities More
05/04/12
Whats your county’s opportunity score?
United Way Worldwide is partnering with Opportunity Nation to promote the Opportunity Index, a tool for leaders and community members to use as a guide for measuring and improving opportunity in their area. More
05/03/12