Every year on Giving Tuesday, people everywhere come together and give back to those less fortunate. All over the world, people spread the word about the value of service, of…
Fighting homelessness in Massachusetts is like working on a giant picture puzzle. It’s complex, it has lots of different pieces, and it to get it done you need a lot…
Every parent has big dreams for their children. A great education, good, reliable friends, a future filled with opportunity — the least of their worries should be having a stable…
When he was just 12 years old, hunger and homelessness were taking its toll on Lucas and his schoolwork. A car accident had left his mother unable to work, which…
Let’s face it, living in Boston is expensive. From housing to childcare to food and transportation – the cost of living continues to skyrocket and the line between staying ahead…
When Carissa* began working with RISE (Realizing Intergenerational Success through Education) her life was in turmoil. After escaping an abusive relationship, Carissa was left to care for her 4 children…
United Way supports more than 77 partner organizations – including Father Bill’s & MainSpring, which runs a successful shelter diversion program. Last year, Lucie, her two children, and her grandson…
Families and individuals who experience homelessness undoubtedly face many challenges, but out of all the difficulties they endure, feeling less than human is one of the hardest to bear. There…
It’s only the beginning of January, but 2018 is proving to be one of the harshest winters in our region’s history and fuel assistance benefits are already maxed out. Record freezing temperatures…
Ending homelessness is within our grasp. We’ve identified 4 innovative solutions to end homelessness for families and individuals in our region. Aishia was about to lose her apartment. Laid off…