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United Way News

Stay informed with the latest news from United Way. Explore stories about how we’re making an impact in communities across the globe.

Impact Stories

Building Stronger Financial Education

September 18, 2024

Impact Stories

Building A Big Future for Small Business

September 18, 2024

A Community Program Helps At-Risk Students Succeed

September 9, 2024

Impact Stories

United Way's Stuff the Bus: Bridging Educational Gaps

September 6, 2024

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Galvanizing Young Leaders

September 5, 2024

Press Releases

One Young World and United Way Worldwide Partner to Support Young Leaders in Delivering Positive Change

September 3, 2024

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Impact Stories

Yvonne Brooks: Making History

August 30, 2024

Diversity and Equity
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United Way Worldwide CEO Among Top 50 Nonprofit Leaders

August 1, 2024

In the News

Building Thriving Communities for All (Op-Ed)

July 23, 2024

Building Thriving Communities for All (Op-Ed)

July 23, 2024

In The News

The Opportunities and Risks of ‘Superintelligent’ AI

July 19, 2024

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Student Performance Takes Flight with United Way SOAR

July 17, 2024

Press Releases

United Way Worldwide Announces New Board of Trustees to Advance Mission and Elevate Community Impact

July 17, 2024

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Transforming Young Minds Through Summer Programs

July 15, 2024

Impact Stories

Instilling a Love of Reading in Young Children

July 11, 2024

Literacy Development
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Volunteers Feeding Bellies and Brains to Help Middle Schoolers Thrive

July 6, 2024

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Affordable Housing Is A Problem in America, But Many Communities Seek Solutions

July 1, 2024

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In the News

Celebrating Community Resilience on World Environment Day

June 3, 2024

Community Resiliency
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More Programs Offering Low-Cost, Reliable Transportation for Health Care Visits

June 3, 2024

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Transforming Public Spaces for Children in Latin America

May 29, 2024

Youth Opportunity
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Impact Stories

Mental Health Education Opens Opportunities in South Africa

May 28, 2024

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Youth Opportunity
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Impact Stories

Expanding Access to Quality, Affordable, Educational Child Care: A Look Across Women United

May 10, 2024

Youth Opportunity
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Impact Stories

Celebrating Letter Carriers and Their Community Impact

May 8, 2024

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Impact Stories

Heroes Among Us: Celebrating Letter Carriers and Their Community Impact

May 8, 2024

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Stuff the Bus: Supporting Students Nationwide

United Way’s Stuff the Bus initiative ensures students have the school supplies they need to succeed. Volunteers and donors come together across the U.S. to pack and distribute thousands of backpacks, which empowers students and eases the financial burden on low-income families. This effort to support education and strengthen communities has made a lasting impact from Lake County, Florida, to Washington, D.C..