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All United Ways know that poverty has multiple causes that interact throughout a person's life, not just one cause. United Way of Central Ohio is tackling that overwhelming situation, one family at a time.
Voting on the Better Care Reconciliation Act comes up before July 4. United Ways of California is advocating hard to protect elderly Medicaid recipients in nursing homes, pregnant mothers, and working families.
Pike's Peak United Way is nothing if not ambitious. Their goal is to mobilize 400 volunteers for their upcoming Days of Action. Take a look at all they are offering. http://glassdoor.com/slink.htm?key=vQtTN
So proud! United Way Bay Area (San Francisco) did a postering campaign today to spread the word around the Bay about the help available through the 24/7 help line, 211. Volunteers report the response from businesses was overwhelmingly positive!
Since 1917, Americans who donate to charity have been eligible for deductions on their tax returns. Yet only 30% are able to use this tax break. To find out why United Way wants to see this deduction expanded to ALL Americans, watch this video.
United Ways across the country have been the beneficiaries of so much VISTA talent. We are so grateful to them! Like Issac Guzman (United Way of Metropolitan Chicago), each one is a treasure that enriches our ability to deliver on mission.
Spoiler alert: Don't click away from this inspiring 8 minute video early...You'll want to feel the glow of meeting Kaitlyn Lopez. Hats off to our corporate partner, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, because they recognized her for the gem she is.
United Ways of California is an organization through which local United Ways from across the state work to address issues of common interest. Healthcare is among the top priorities of UWCA and its members.
The charitable deduction, the lifeblood of organizations like the United Way and your local food bank, may be an accidental casualty of tax reform. Skip to minute 11.27 on this podcast to hear UW policy director, Steve Taylor, explain why.
Childcare, fresh food, support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault--these are some of the things identified as the most pressing needs of Jackson, Mississippi. United Way is focused on long term support for services in these areas.
