Labor Days of Action with United Way
In the United States, we celebrate Labor Day on the first Monday in September to recognize the economic and social contributions of working men and women. This Labor Day,…
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The Importance of a Healthy Environment
Regular physical activity is critical for a child to be able to have good health, success in school, and overall wellbeing. Educating individuals to make the healthy choice…
New York Times: United Way TEAM NFL Tackles Dropout Rate
Take a look at this article by Jane L. Levere of the New York Times. Levere brings light to one of the most effective partnerships driving change in our community today,…
Be a Champion. Serve the Community.
I like soccer, and I like RFK, but here’s what I really like: huge signs, visible from every angle in the stadium, that prominently display the core of D.C. United’s…
High School Hoops Stars Give Back
On Friday, July 13th 2012 United Way had the pleasure of coordinating a service project for a great group of high school basketball players. The 10 young men were in the…
Any Day is Volunteer Day
July 18 is Nelson Mandela Day – when we’re asked to spend 67 minutes in service in honor of Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of fighting for human rights. The…