WHEN NONE ARE IGNORED,
ALL WILL THRIVE.

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Change only happens when we step up and take action.

Turning a blind eye to hunger, education disparity, poverty and other issues doesn’t make them disappear. That’s why we’re confronting these challenges directly, through programs to improve the health, education and economic opportunity for every community member. Through your support, we can continue to build on accomplishments like these:

69,353

Children and families assisted through our health programs in 2020

10,195

Students served through character development programs and community schools in 2020

14,494

People benefited from tax services and financial empowerment centers in 2020

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To help others and to be our best, we must practice being human. And just like learning the violin, the more we practice, the better we get. By setting aside a few minutes each day to share and act on what we’ve learned, we can shift paradigms, attitudes and tides.

Here’s how you can make equity a daily practice:

 

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United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to creating a strong and vibrant community through our programs.

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Whether it’s for an hour, a day, once a week or monthly, you can create tremendous impact in our community by participating in our in-person and virtual volunteer events.

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Become an Equity Advocate

This credential recognizes the holder’s commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families in their community.

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