September 15th marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of the Hispanic/Latin(o/a/x) community. The contributions of Latinx people are…
We’ve struggled a bit with what we can say following yet another tragedy of horrific gun violence, this time against schoolchildren in Texas. Unfortunately, we are familiar with this mix…
Every year, tax refunds make up an essential part of the finances of thousands of families. Even so, many households miss out on thousands of dollars each year because they’re…
Karen Groce-Horan is the Senior Director of Diversity Equity Inclusion Priorities at the United Way of Massachusetts Bay & Merrimack Valley. February begins amidst crisis and concern in our country.…
The pandemic forced city governments and community-based organizations to rethink how to deliver critical services to residents. Annual free tax preparation programs responded, adding remote services and playing a key…
As 2021 comes to a close, our community faces another pandemic surge. At United Way, our staff have the privilege of working alongside amazing individuals and organizations every day on…
While we’re on the road to recovery this Giving Tuesday, too many families are still unable to make ends meet. Stand with us to help power more equitable and resilient…
Our corporate partners are the backbone of the work we do. More than 1,000 local companies partner with us to run workplace fundraising campaigns and participate in volunteer events. This post is part of a…
The contributions of Latinx people are extensive and touch every fabric of American society. In celebration of this rich culture and Latin Heritage Month, our DEI Learning and Development Committee…
The key: focus on healing. Between March and May of this year, the number of children visiting the emergency room for mental health issues rose by more than 30%. We know the past…