Investing in Thriving Children
United Way's Secure Start Initiative provides educators and caregivers with an eight-week course that builds strong…
Fighting Food Insecurity in Greater New Haven
The increased price of food has put a strain on families who were already struggling to get by.
Today…
Daiveyanah, a mother of two and a guardian to her younger brother, is a graduate of United Way's Parent Leadership Training Institute.
She credits…
Alea'S STORY
Quality, affordable, and inclusive child care is what matters to Alea the most. It is critical to her children’s education so they can…
KIRA'S STORY
Driven by the need for safety after escaping domestic violence in Virginia, Kira and her three children returned to her hometown of New…
SHONTAYA'S STORY
Leaking ceilings and a month-to-month lease, Shontaya’s apartment was not in good condition, nor was it secure. As a single mother…
MUHISONI'S STORY
Muhisoni and her two daughters arrived in Connecticut in 2020 as refugees escaping war and violence in the Democratic Republic of…
SAMANTHA'S STORY
Samantha was raised by her adopted mother from the age of 2 years old. After experiencing conflict at home, she found herself…
PRIDE MONTH SPOTLIGHT WITH JUSTIN ZEIGLER, MADISON PRIDE AND MADISON YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
This Pride Month, United Way of Greater New Haven…
With the help of United Way of Greater New Haven, Andretia was able to find an apartment after losing her housing while her teenage son was fighting…
When you’re a teen mom, there are a lot of people telling you what you can’t accomplish. Emerald realized that if she wanted to build the kind of…
Prior to the pandemic, Quanella, mom of four, provided for her family through a steady job. However, as per diem employee, she was one of the first…