Blog Category: Health
Santa Cruz County Wins Roadmap to Health Prize
United Way and our community partners focus on creating not only opportunities to incorporate healthy living in our daily lives, but also to improve education and financial stability. A great example is Santa Cruz County, CA. There, public and private community partners have pinpointed areas where they can make the biggest difference. More
02/28/13
Beware: 6 Healthy Diet Foods that Aren’t So Healthy
Eating healthy isn't as simple as reaching for a box of granola bars. Check out this list of diet foods that really aren't that friendly to your waistline. More
02/15/13
We want to hear from you! What should the President address in his State of the Union?
On Tuesday, February 12th, President Obama will deliver his fourth State of the Union Address from the U.S. Capitol. There are a number of issues that affect the well-being of our nation’s children. What issue do YOU think the President should focus on? More
02/08/13
4 Sustainable Community Volunteer Activities
Support the economy by volunteering locally. A sustainable community is possible when everyone visits local small businesses and non-profit groups. More
02/04/13
Highlights From the 2012-13 Football Season
Throughout the year, football players in partnership with local United Ways from all around the United States have done some amazing things and have lived their mission. That mission is to cut the number of high school dropouts in the United States by 50%. More
02/01/13