| Now more than ever... |
| Whether you GIVE, ADVOCATE, or VOLUNTEER --together, UNITED, we can make a difference.
Community needs are greater than ever and people like you are being asked to dig deeper every day. It's hard. Families are struggling to make ends meet and businesses are faced with lay-offs; but in spite of it all, we, as a community, are rising to the challenge and helping those in need succeed.
...we LIVE UNITED. |
| Local economic stimulus |
EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit) Coalition helps those who need it most increase their tax refunds, bringing millions back into our local economy!
Recently, a young widow raising two teenagers came to a free EITC Coalition tax preparation site. She had been laid off, unable to pay for needed car repairs and looking for some help on her taxes. One of the newly certified tax preparation volunteers found she qualified for a sizable refund, giving her enough to replace her car, in-turn easing her job search. This boost in her income and our local economy, is one of many examples of the impact being made possible through the efforts of United Way's donor funded EITC program and its dedicated volunteers. Learn more>> |
| Financial empowerment for girls |
Did you know there is a direct link between a woman's financial dependence and her risk of being subject to domestic violence? Get involved with the Women's Initiative of United Way of Central Massachusetts as we work together to educate girls on the importance of economic independence.
Be a mentor for a day at the Women's Initiative Financial Literacy Conference "Dollar Diva" for local 8th grade girls on May 6-8, 2009. Learn more>>
Take advantage of a special FREE educational seminar for women by women, an opportunity to empower your personal finances to make social change in the community, on March 26, 2009. learn more>> |
| Help for tough times, 24/7 |
Did you know nearly 4,000 calls were handled by
Mass 2-1-1 during the first two days of the ice storm this winter? In fact, every day hundreds of people dial 2-1-1 seeking information such as referrals for shelter, food and fuel assistance.
Thanks to your donations to United Way, Mass 2-1-1 helps hundreds of people in need every day. Learn more>> |
| LIVE the change, give UNITED! |
| Your donation benefits these and other essential programs supplying your friends, families and neighbors in central Massachusetts (Worcester and the 29 surrounding towns) with the basics needed for a healthy, productive life. Learn more >>
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Ways to LIVE UNITED:
GIVE.
Thank you to those who have already given!
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ADVOCATE.
Let your friends know that if we all pitch in and lend a hand, our impact is even greater.
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VOLUNTEER.
"I Live United by...
coordinating the summer youth jobs program that keeps at-risk kids safe, while developing job skills, a sense of community, and a lifelong work ethic."
- Jesse Edwards, youth director for City of Worcester  | |
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