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Steady Stats, Shifting Lives: United Way NCA's 2025 ALICE Update Reveals Widening Gap Between Income and Survival

WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 20, 2025) – United Way of the National Capital Area (United Way NCA), in partnership with United For ALICE, today released The State of ALICE in the..
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Feb 05, 2026

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Understanding the Leading Causes of Homelessness: Identifying and Bringing Solutions

Homelessness is a complex social issue that affects individuals, families, and communities...

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Jan 30, 2026

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AMS Partners with United Way NCA to Spread Encouragement

The world’s largest gathering of academic mathematicians concluded Wednesday in Washington, DC....

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Jan 28, 2026

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Black Fatherhood Blueprint Honors Inaugural Cohort

The Greater Washington Urban League and United Way of the National Capital...

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Jan 28, 2026

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How Many Houses Are in the US? Homelessness vs Housing Availability

For many Americans, finding affordable housing continues to be a challenge, whether...

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Jan 28, 2026

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Health Disparities: Creating Health Care Equity for Minorities

Despite major advances in healthcare, healthcare disparities still affect many marginalized communities...

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Jan 22, 2026

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What is Accessibility? Definition and Comprehensive Guide Plus Examples

Accessibility is a key part of building inclusive communities where every individual,...


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