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Wed, May 15, 2013
Volunteerism is at the heart of what it means to LIVE UNITED. And while there are never enough words (or enough space!) to share all the ways that they shine, here are a few of the reasons we love them.
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Wed, May 08, 2013
United Way is committed to working with nonprofit organizations to do the most good in our region. But we also know it’s not simply enough to “do good.” We must also do it well. And sometimes that takes some ingenuity.
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Wed, April 03, 2013
Over the last year, YOU have volunteered your time, invested your resources, and raised your voice. Your actions have had a clear impact on education, income and health in this region.
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Thu, March 28, 2013
As the calendar turns to spring, many of us get excited awaiting the arrival of warmer weather, colorful, blooming flowers and an opportunity to engage in outdoor activities. But as a former accountant, I know this time of year also means something else – tax season!
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Mon, February 11, 2013
Every hour of every day, people in our communities need access to essential health and human services, regardless of income. Navigating the nonprofit landscape and a host of government services can be overwhelming. 2-1-1 is the right place to start.
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Fri, December 21, 2012
The joy you feel when you see your loved ones open their gifts is almost always worth any inconvenience caused by out of stock toys or jammed parking lots.You can also feel immeasurable joy when you give to United Way because your gift really is one that keeps giving.
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Tue, December 18, 2012
United Way brings together myriad women who are committed to philanthropy and volunteerism. These connections result in the creation of positive, life-changing educational opportunities for thousands of children and at-risk girls throughout the region that help set them on the path to a brighter future.
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Tue, November 06, 2012
“Research is clear that the earlier our investment in a child's life occurs, the greater the payoff,” says Jill Michal and Ann O'Brien Schmieg of United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. We hope you had the opportunity to read their important commentary, "Early Education the Best Crime Deterrent," in The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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Mon, July 02, 2012
It’s official! As of July 1, seven local United Ways have merged to form United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey - one organization committed to improving lives and creating community-level change across the region.
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Fri, June 29, 2012
When school’s out, it’s natural to turn our thoughts to summer vacation. But at United Way, we never stop focusing on education. In fact we’re already at work with our partner Cradles to Crayons to provide school supplies to low-income and homeless families throughout the region. Learn more about our Backpack-A-Thon...
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