Why Is The 2020 Census So Important?
Moving Families Out of Poverty
When it comes to ensuring a safety net, Massachusetts families are counting on us. Families in Massachusetts who are living in poverty count on federal assistance to help them meet…
From Immigrant to Engineer: A STEM Career Story
Preparing Youth to Succeed
Ted Presume wanted to understand why the 2010 earthquake devastated his home country of Haiti. But through his interest in STEM, he discovered he could do much more than learn…
Is Your Company Facing A Skills Gap?
Moving Families Out of Poverty
Behind the headlines of a strong job market stands the threat of a skills gap. The mismatch between what the job market needs and the skills of underemployed workers represents…
Support Teachers To Support Students
Preparing Youth to Succeed
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…
For Babies, a Smile is More than Just a Smile. It’s Progress.
Supporting Young Children
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…
Moving People Forward: How Equity Leads to Greater Progress
Ending Homelessness, Moving Families Out of Poverty, Preparing Youth to Succeed
United Way has a long history of mobilizing resources for people in need. But is that enough? The entrenched issues facing our region, such as income inequality and the achievement…
Social Innovation Is Driving Massive Change With Unique Partnerships
Moving Families Out of Poverty
Newburyport is a scenic, historic coastal city, a popular destination to enjoy shopping, cultural activities and wildlife. But like many small cities in Massachusetts, there are children and families who…
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…
In the Face of Challenge, Paving a Way to College and Career
Preparing Youth to Succeed
The national college admissions bribery scandal has sparked a new level of attention on the competition and costs that together put college out of reach to many students. While the…
Closing the Distance: Helping Young People Access STEM careers in the Innovation Economy
Preparing Youth to Succeed
It’s a divide that United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley strives to close every day: Boston’s most underserved communities sit a few miles away from the city’s fastest-growing…