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April 26, 2024
United Way of Pennsylvania
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Celebrations from the PA United Way Network
United Way of Wyoming Valley Wins ADDY Award!
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The United Way of Wyoming Valley, along with its marketing partner, Halibut Blue, were recently recognized by the American Advertising Federation and earned three Addy Awards for exceptional advertising accomplishments. The winning projects include the United Way Website, the full 2023 Capital Campaign named "Because Every Kid Counts," and the Campaign's video, "Because Every Kid Counts."
The short video is a powerful testament to the impact that United Way continues to have in local communities across the country, specifically in the lives of children. Take a moment to watch the video!
The United Way of Wyoming Valley is proud to partner with businesses, employees, individuals, foundations, agencies, schools, civic organizations, government and others to improve and strengthen our community. We invite and welcome all to LIVE UNITED… to work together, to care for each other, and to help children, families, and others who are most in need.
Hearty congratulations to United Way of Wyoming Valley for this win!
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United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Raised Over $25 Million During Annual Campaign
United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley raised a record-breaking $25,002,145 during its annual fundraising campaign, marking 14 consecutive years of growth for the nonprofit. The campaign was chaired by Tony and Adrienne DaRe of BSI Corporate Benefits, (pictured), with a specific emphasis on the region’s rising mental health needs. The campaign was led by BSI Corporate Benefits CEO Tony DaRe, who saw the need and heard it personally as they visited United Way Community Schools and Healthy Aging Community Hubs.
United Way announced the results during Celebration of Caring, presented by Crayola, which celebrated the collaborative spirit and profound impact achieved through the dedication of organizations, United Way donors, volunteers, and partners positively impacting the lives of over 175,000 people this year. Over 120,000 people were connected to food, housing, and mental health services, and quality of life was improved for nearly 10,000 older adults and caregivers. Over 40,000 students were supported so they could thrive in school.
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National Fair Housing Month - Know Your Rights | |
Discrimination in housing and commercial property is illegal based on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ethnicity, family status, handicap, or disability. Retaliation is illegal if opposing discrimination, filing a complaint, or assisting in an investigation. Victims can report bias incidents by calling the Pennsylvania Fair Housing Hotline, calling 717-787-4410, or visiting regional offices.
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Advocate for a Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit to Reduce State Income Taxes for Workers | |
The Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, is a successful anti-poverty program in America that would return money back to working Pennsylvanians. The policy promotes work, and encourages economic growth in our state as those refunds get invested in the local economy.
House Bill 1272, introduced in the Senate, creates the Working Pennsylvanians' Tax Credit, a 25% elective, refundable state Earned Income Tax Credit. This program would help low-income and middle-income families, including essential workers who United Way calls Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed (known as ALICE), afford childcare, food, transportation, clothes, and other household expenses.
For every $1 spent on a 25% state Earned Income Tax Credit, Pennsylvania receives $1 back in economic growth and saves $2 dollars in social spending.
Please us the link to contact your state Senator and ask them to support HB 1272 and to ask their leadership to take action on the legislation!
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Get help with food by visiting our website. Just click the button below and choose Food to find resources near you. | |
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Get help with finding Childcare and Camps by visiting our website. Click the button below and choose the "Childcare and Camps" to find resources near you. | |
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Community and Youth Programs | Get help with finding Community and Youth Programs by visiting our website. Click the button below and choose "Community and Youth Programs" to find resources near you. | |
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Will you help PA communities improve their financial stability, health, and education? Choose to support your local United Way, efforts to improve life for people who work and struggle to survive (ALICE), or our program to connect people to the help they need (PA 211.) Give, advocate, or volunteer today. | |
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