One in four Minnesota women have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime. While approximately 57,000 women and 18,000 men in Minnesota experience domestic violence in a year's time, fewer than one in three instances are reported to police.
Children who experience violence in their home are more at risk of academic failure, school drop-out, delinquency, substance abuse, and difficulties in their own relationships.
Your donation to United Way of Southwest Minnesota helps provide safety and security for innocent victims of violence.
Parenting Blog
United Way of Southwest Minnesota Success by 6 has developed a blog to start conversations regarding a variety of common parenting issues. A goal of Success by 6 is to strengthen parents and families through parent education and family engagement.
The blog will focus on resources and information presented by Barbara Coloroso, internationally recognized parenting expert and author of "Kids Are Worth It!" and "The Bully, the Bullied and the Bystander". We hope that you can incorporate many of Barbara's strategies into your own family life. Check out the blog and ask questions.
Let others know that you LIVE UNITED by wearing your LIVE UNITED t-shirt. T-shirts available at the United Way office for a suggested donation of $10.
Volunteer.
United Way works with volunteers and local nonprofits to develop the best opportunities for youth, busy working adults and seniors. Read more
Dine Out for United Way Continues
Area restaurants have found many ways to support local programs. During November you can support United Way by eating pizza, BBQ ribs, and sandwiches. Check out the 'menu'
LIVE UNITED - WIN UNITED SWEEPSTAKES
You can enter for your chance to win FREE groceries for you and your local food shelf. Donate to United Way of Southwest Minnesota and help the people you walk by every day. Read more
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