United Way of Westchester and Putnam was awarded a $5 million grant by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services through its Learning and Enrichment After-School Program Supports (LEAPS) to expand its offering of the Education United Afterschool Academic and Enrichment program at W.L. Morse School in Tarrytown and Highview Elementary School in Greenburgh. The LEAPS […]
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United Way of Westchester and Putnam announced the awarding of scholarships collectively totaling $10,000 from its Ruth Taylor Scholarship Fund to two Westchester graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in social work. The two recipients are Melissa Rosado, 39, of New Rochelle; and Stephanie Lopez, 23, of Mamaroneck (pictured above). “Receiving the Ruth Taylor Scholarship is an honor,” said Rosado. “It acknowledges […]
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Over 4 tons of nonessential documents were shredded and safely disposed of when United Way of Westchester and Putnam (United Way) provided shredding services to 12 nonprofits in Westchester and Putnam on Shred Day, June 20. The nonprofits recycled more than 250 banker’s boxes filled with papers. The event was sponsored by Veolia North America and supported by volunteers from M&T Bank. “I […]
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United Way of Westchester and Putnam (United Way) is proud to announce the administration of grants totaling $500,000 to 44 deserving nonprofit organizations across the region. This significant investment in our community is a testament to United Way’s commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient Westchester and Putnam. Six of the awarded organizations are receiving funding from […]
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Dear Families, Thank you for having your children participate in the Education United Afterschool Program this year. It was an incredible experience, and we are looking forward to serving more families in the community next year. We have three opportunities that we want to make you aware of. Regards,The Education United Team Queridas familias,Gracias por […]
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Dear Families, Thank you for having your children participate in the Education United Afterschool Program this year. It was an incredible experience, and we are looking forward to serving more families in the community next year. We have three opportunities that we want to make you aware of. Regards, The Education United Team Queridas familias, […]
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Dear Families, Thank you for having your children participate in the Education United Afterschool Program this year. It was an incredible experience, and we are looking forward to serving more families in the community next year. We have three opportunities that we want to make you aware of. Regards, The Education United Team Queridas familias, […]
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New ALICE Update shows wage growth was no match for inflation after a decade of falling behind Though wages for the lowest paid jobs have risen across the country at the fastest rate in four decades, the number of households struggling to get by in Westchester grew by approximately 7,500 and in Putnam by nearly […]
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New York State’s Enacted State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2024-25 Budget invests $2.4 million in 211 to continue providing millions of New Yorkers with vital information on available services. Senator Peter Harckham (District 40), who represents communities in Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties, sponsored the bill into the budget. “211 is essential to so many New Yorkers as […]
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Reports to: Director of Educational ProgramsCategory: Full Time, exempt Position Description: Through its Education United Afterschool Program, United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP) collaborates with public schools in Westchester’s highest-need communities, aiming to provide essential social and emotional support to the most vulnerable youth. We are committed to fostering safe, successful, and conducive learning environments […]
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