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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
JOIN US: HAVING COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS  United Way of Greater New Haven is preparing to launch its 5th Equity Challenge with the theme, “Having Courageous Conversations.” Join us virtually on January 25th (3:30pm- 5:00pm) for a Challenge Kickoff Panel with local GNH leaders who will share their…
Thursday, December 22, 2022
EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM (EFSP) FUNDING APPLICATION   United Way of Greater New Haven will administer one Phase of federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). New Haven County was granted the following award to be allocated in its jurisdiction: $454,639 in Phase 40…
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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
DECEMBER FOOD DISTRIBUTION  Wednesday, December 28, 2022, 2 PM - 4 PM In partnership with Beulah Heights, Cathedral of High Praise, CT Foodshare, New Haven Public Schools, Loaves and Fishes, the NICE Center, and Witness to Hunger, United Way of Greater New Haven will be hosting four free food…
Monday, December 5, 2022
Make sure every child has a holiday to remember! Donate new baby & toddler toys and give joy to a local child Let's make sure every child has a holiday to remember! Donate unopened age-appropriate baby and toddler toys (ages 0-3) on Saturday, December 10, 12-4 PM at The Shops at Yale. Drop off…
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
A Turkey on Every Table! Volunteer and help families celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious meal! While many of us will gather around tables surrounded by friends and families for Thanksgiving, some of our neighbors struggle to make ends meet…
Friday, October 28, 2022
Volunteers support families and individuals staying in shelters during United Way of Greater New Haven’s ‘Week of Caring’    Volunteers from United Way of Greater New Haven rolled up their sleeves to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness during a ‘Week of Caring’.  This year, the…
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Friday, September 30, 2022
From October 17th – October 20th, United Way of Greater New Haven will be hosting our annual Week of Caring! This year, Week of Caring is dedicated to coming together to show our support for families and individuals going through the shelter system and waiting to find a permanent place to live.…
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Friday, August 12, 2022
Applications due FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 by 3:00pm EST August 12, 2022 I. Context:  In anticipation of funding from the CT Department of Housing (DOH) for Coordinated Entry Staffing, United Way of Greater New Haven is issuing a Request for Qualifications to secure qualified agencies to provide…
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
August 5, 2022 - United Way of Greater New Haven (UWGNH) awarded $185,000 in grants to 11 existing workforce programs that would help them recruit, retain, and place job seekers from underserved communities into good paying jobs. The grants, ranging between $5,000 and $30,000, give existing…
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Temperatures aren’t the only thing on the rise this summer! With the increased costs of housing, food, and transportation, families are doing their back-to-school shopping on a tighter budget than ever. For families experiencing homelessness, equipping their kids with the supplies they need to…