While raising her daughter Aitana, Bella pushed forward with a clear vision for her future. She graduated from high school and joined United Way's…
Creating a pathway to financial security means supporting success in all aspects of a person's life. To provide our neighbors with the best possible…
"I'm a single mom of four. A couple years ago their father passed away, so now it’s just me. I am a lab assistant, so I make more than the minimum…
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…