JANUARY 14, 2018 — As the government shutdown enters its 24th day, the effects are starting to be felt by the 420,000 federal employees working without pay and the 380,000…
This year’s Community Baby Showers will serve 1,000 new families throughout Greater Boston, Greater Attleboro and Taunton, the North Shore, Merrimack Valley and the Greater Seacoast.
Every year on Giving Tuesday, people everywhere come together and give back to those less fortunate. All over the world, people spread the word about the value of service, of…
As families across the country gather for Thanksgiving this year there’s bound to be plenty of lively conversation around the dining room table. From family anecdotes endlessly retold to work…
Fighting homelessness in Massachusetts is like working on a giant picture puzzle. It’s complex, it has lots of different pieces, and it to get it done you need a lot…
Demand for meals this year increased by over 500 families and distribution includes new locations BOSTON — Hundreds of volunteers today joined United Way’s 19th Annual Thanksgiving Project to distribute…
These days, it’s impossible not to know about the disasters that strike our communities, our nation, and our world. For children, both young and young adult, disaster recovery can become…
Research has proven over and over the power of play to support children’s growth into healthy, productive adults. Unfortunately, for low-income children, there are fewer opportunities for unstructured play time,…
It’s so important that our children get the best start in life, with nurturing, stimulating experiences beginning as early as possible. We know that kids who receive quality education and…
Did you know that you are the greatest influence in your child’s life? Think about it. As a parent, you are a role model. You provide emotional support and fulfil…