Remote Work Resources For Nonprofits
Disaster Relief
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…
Covid-19 Resources For Families
Disaster Relief
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…
Coronavirus: Mobilizing a response that is not only cautious, but also generous
Disaster Relief
As coronavirus reverberates across offices, schools, homes, nonprofits, and systems, we are reminded of our most basic shared value. Each of us puts in the effort to re-prioritize and re-organize…
Greater Lawrence Gas Explosions – One Year Later
Disaster Relief, Moving Families Out of Poverty
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…
In the Face of Disaster, Communities Stand United
Disaster Relief
The fall afternoon was like any other this year. It was warm, sunny, maybe a few clouds. The people of Lawrence, Andover, and North Andover went about their lives, not…
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…
Teaching Kids How to Give Back after a Disaster Strikes
Disaster Relief
These days, it’s impossible not to know about the disasters that strike our communities, our nation, and our world. For children, both young and young adult, disaster recovery can become…
When Disaster Hits Home, United Way is Here to Help
Disaster Relief
At 4:30 pm on Thursday September 13th, two children waited to be picked up from Esther Brea’s family child care business at her home in the Colonial Heights neighborhood of…