Stories

How Early Learning STEM Kits Are Helping Students Succeed
Volunteer during MLK Weekend of Service 2019 decorating a STEM kit.How do children…
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Sharing Culture One Story at a Time
Parents and their children gather in a community room at the Beaverton Library on a…
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Serving Our Community: Looking Back on Washington County…
With over 250 volunteer opportunities this year alone, Washington County is playing…
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"I Open Up a lot of Eyes:" Donor Spotlight on Andy Le
Andy Le has been giving back to his community for nearly two decades. Each year Andy…
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Press Release: United Way of the Columbia-Willamette…
It is with deep appreciation and sadness that United Way of the Columbia-Willamette…
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#UnitedToEndRacism Challenge Winner!
In honor of March 21 being International Day for the Elimination of Racial…
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Reducing Racism in Our Communities: A Q&A With Civil…
As a civil rights activist with a powerful voice in the census, Karen Narasaki,…
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On the Journey to Advancing Racial Equity
March 21st is International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (#…
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United Way Statement: Response to the Recent Shootings in New Zealand…
We are deeply saddened by yesterday’s violence in New Zealand.  At United Way, we…
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A Farewell to Mindy Coolidge, Program Director of Hands on…
After over 15 years, United Way is saying good-bye to Hands On Greater Portland…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Camille Bell
Days after MLK Weekend of Service 2019 has come to an end, Dr. King's message of…
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Volunteers Contribute 4,400 Hours of Service in Honor of Dr. King
“For me, MLK Day is about giving back and feeling connected to the people around me…
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