Boston Builds Credit marks first year of impact By Robert Burns, Citi Community Development and Brigid Boyd, United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley “A good credit score is…
On September 13, 2018, more than 80 gas explosions rocked the communities of Andover, Lawrence and North Andover. The fires, and the resulting gas shutdown that stretched well into the…
Just how much of an impact does poverty have on a student’s education? According to a national survey of teachers, 88 percent say poverty is a barrier to learning in…
Bob and Joan Murray are long-standing United Way Tocqueville donors from Boston with a passion for ending homelessness. They are thoughtful and intentional in their philanthropic support of United Way…
It’s that time. While many of us are thinking about buying backpacks and new shoes to send kids back to school, the real work actually begins much earlier. In fact,…
The years before a child turns 5 are critical for brain development. They are also the time when young children develop the foundations of social and emotional well-being. Below are…
Nothing melts a heart faster than a baby’s smile. But as rewarding as that smile is to you, it’s also a critical moment in that baby’s healthy development. “During the…
This is a simple story about Equity. About parents who want a fair shake for their children. Who never really had a movement to move them forward. Until now. This…
A long time donor, Pam joined the Tocqueville Society in 2017. Like many Tocqueville donors, Pam Herbst got involved with United Way through her workplace campaign. Pam serves as Managing…
By Phyllis Barajas, Social Entrepreneur / Founder & CEO, Conexión Inc This month, we’ve been talking about equity, and the importance of ensuring that all people in our community have…