5 Ways Kids Benefit from Civic Engagement
Preparing Youth to Succeed
Here’s a question most parents of teens ask at least daily: How do I get my teen off their screen? The answer isn’t as elusive as you may think: it’s…
For Young People, Civic Engagement Pays Off
Preparing Youth to Succeed
State Representative Andy Vargas stepped up to the podium in the House Chamber and told the standing-room only crowd about how he got his start in policy and government. When…
Over 600 new and expecting parents, guests and children attend United Way’s Community Baby Shower
Supporting Young Children
BOSTON — Parenthood can be overwhelming for anyone. Whether they are studying nutrition, developmental milestones, or safe sleep, new parents have a lot to learn. What’s worse, much of the…
Greater Boston Project Connect
Moving Families Out of Poverty
Greater Boston Project Connect invites the whole community to come together in support of families in transition.
Community Baby Showers
Moving Families Out of Poverty
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.
The Power of Partnerships: United Way’s Best of 2018
This month, we’re looking back on the best of 2018: the moments that helped define the year’s successes, the ways we engage with our community, and the most significant impact…
United Way’s Annual Thanksgiving Project Distributes Meals to Over 7,000 Local Families in Need
Moving Families Out of Poverty
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…
Volunteer HQ
Volunteer HQ is your resource for making an impact in our community. Post, find, and sign up for volunteer opportunities across the region. Visit Volunteer HQ»
2-1-1: The 24 Hour Crisis Hotline for Disaster Relief and More
Disaster Relief
Two children play in the living room. The world is quiet. A caregiver stands nearby, notices a strange smell. On any other day caring for little ones, there would be…
2nd Annual Greater Boston Project Connect
Ending Homelessness, Moving Families Out of Poverty
Let’s face it, living in Boston is expensive. From housing to childcare to food and transportation – the cost of living continues to skyrocket and the line between staying ahead…