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Nationally, United Ways and VITA provide free tax prep services to people of limited means. http://glassdoor.com/slink.htm?key=vQnWI
Each United Way is an independent organization with its own finances, employment policies, and board of directors. Each focuses on the goals of the local community. Together they change the world--Act locally, think globally!
United Ways in Canada are rising to the challenge of helping Syrian refugees find the resources they need to start new lives. http://glassdoor.com/slink.htm?key=vQCks
"The reason we’re 130 years old is that we never forgot that we exist to help communities work on their most difficult issues together. When that happens effectively, that’s what donors care about," said Brian Gallagher, CEO of United Way Worldwide.
The United Ways of Alberta, Calgary, Denver, San Diego, and Los Angeles got together to thank PCL construction and its employees for it's $6.6 million in donations this year. http://glassdoor.com/slink.htm?key=vQC4q
It's the time of year to give back--and women are the best at doing just that. Won't you join us? Our WLC is 70,000 women in 160 communities across 6 countries, all dedicated to creating a world full of opportunity—for everyone!
There were 32 initiatives on the Los Angeles ballot on November 8. Prop HHH was near the bottom. Voters were not deterred. Read how the United Way of Greater Los Angeles led the campaign to fund real solutions to homelessness.
The United Way of Baroda, India has helped 450 aspiring Gujarati youth to realize their dreams since 2005. As a result of the combination of interest free loans and mentoring, 80% of those helped went on to good jobs in their chosen field.
United Way Worldwide recommended a menu of policies to President-Elect Trump for focus during his first 100 days in office.
Think there's nothing duller than financial literacy? Take a look at how the United Way of Greater Seacoast (NH) has used it to help Kisembo and Aurea. For real inspiration, click the link in the article to read Aurea's moving story.
