Many United Way supporters have expressed an interest in virtual volunteering – offering their time and professional expertise to help our nonprofit agency partners navigate the extreme challenges they face…
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and in accordance with CDC guidelines, those of us fortunate enough to do so have transitioned to working remotely. While some companies are…
In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, many schools have closed their doors for the remainder of the semester. This has left many families scrambling to balance newly remote careers…
Celebrate Read Across America Day and share with kids THE IMPORTANCE OF reading Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. It’s a day when teachers, parents, and…
VITA program invests 8,000 volunteer hours to leverage more than $8 million in tax credits and refunds for low-income taxpayers. You may be aware of VITA, the free tax preparation…
It’s that time of year again. Tax season is upon us and, if you file correctly, that can mean cash back. Though many people rely on their tax return for…
On any given night in Massachusetts, 20,068 people are experiencing homelessness: 4,149 are in families with children 900 are veterans 465 are under 24 On a typical night, the state’s…
This month, we’ve been talking about workforce development and innovative ways to bridge the skills and labor gap that many businesses are facing. In fact, one local manufacturing company recently…
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…
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…