Education, Financial

Enhancing Financial Literacy: Your Comprehensive Guide

Financial literacy has become an essential life skill in today’s changing economic landscape. Rising living costs, new financial technologies, and an increasing number of financial products have made money management.....

Poverty

Childhood Poverty in the United States

Child poverty is a tragic problem affecting millions of children in America. According to US Census Bureau data, over 9 million kids in the United States live below the federal.....

Equality, Equity

Equity Definition: Understanding the Difference Between Equity and Equality

“Equity” and “equality” are not synonymous. Find out the difference between equity and equality and why United Way NCA is championing equity in the region. Updated on 10/22/2024 Many people.....

Equity, Justice

Social Justice Definition, Equity & Resources

Oct. 21, 2025 What does equity mean in terms of social justice? How does the social justice definition shape our understanding of fairness and equity? Learn more about equity and.....

Empowerment, Social

What Is Social Empowerment? Empowerment Definition & Theory | United Way NCA

Social Empowerment: Definition & Theory What Is Social Empowerment? Social empowerment is the process of building autonomy, confidence, and access to the resources needed to create change and shape a.....

The Social Responsibility Norm and Community Impact

What is the Social Responsibility Norm? The social responsibility norm (SRN), closely tied to the concept of what is social responsibility, is a societal expectation that people should engage in.....

Education, Wage

States Where a High School Diploma Pays Off the Most

Between the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years, in-state tuition rates at public universities rose by 4.4%, while out-of-state tuition and fees rose by 3%. For many ALICE (Asset Limited, Income.....

Food Insecurity, Resources

Can’t Afford Food? Resources and Programs to Help

Key Takeaways Food insecurity is a growing challenge affecting millions due to rising costs, job loss, and economic hardship. Government programs like SNAP, WIC, and school meal initiatives provide vital.....

Discrimination

Discrimination Against Immigrants in Society with Examples

What is Xenophobia? Xenophobia —defined as prejudice or discrimination against immigrants — has deep roots in American society, stretching back to some of the earliest waves of immigration at Ellis.....

Assistance, Rent

Emergency Rental Assistance in MD & Washington, DC

United Way NCA refers those in need of emergency rental assistance in MD, DC, and Virginia to call 2-1-1. Learn more about how to get help.   Emergency Rental Assistance.....