State of the Union Poll Results Are In!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our State of the Union Facebook poll. We agree that education is critical to our nation’s future! That’s why United Way has been…
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This Valentine’s Day, Support our Children and Youth
This Valentine's Day, our nation’s vulnerable children need your love and support. Unless Congress acts before March 1, an across-the-board spending cut to many programs…
An Opportunity can Change a Life
"It was the summer after sixth grade at PS 20 in Brooklyn, New York that I was given an opportunity that changed the trajectory of my life."- Ayeola Fortune
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…
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.
Promoting Health and Nutrition in Schools
As health and nutrition are becoming more important factors in determining the foods cafeterias offer, communities can integrate with United Way campaigns that are aimed to…