Anti-Racism Resources
In today’s world, it’s not enough to not be racist; we must be ANTI-RACIST. United Way Worldwide has compiled a list of suggested resources to deepen our understanding of systemic racism …
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Meaning of the Jewish High Holy Days
This year, the evening of Friday, September 18th starts the High Holy Days, the holiest days of the year for the Jewish people. These days include Rosh Hashana, the beginning …
Hispanic Heritage Month
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month we are highlighting a few of our colleagues so that you can get to know their backgrounds and interests! Hispanic Heritage Month runs through October 15th. …
Celebrating the December Holidays
December is certainly a month to remember! There are lots of different holidays, reflecting a variety of cultures around the world. And while the meanings behind the holidays are different, …
Celebrating Black History Month
In 2016, the National Museum of African American History (NMAAH) opened in our nation’s capital. Even before you enter the building, the grandeur of it all hits you. It’s striking. …
Extraordinary Women Making History
A wise woman once said, “Well-behaved women seldom make history.” And while this quote has appeared on t-shirts and bumper stickers, and attributed to people from Eleanor Roosevelt to Marilyn …
Microbusiness Grant Helps Hair Studio During Pandemic
For seven years, Headz Up Hair Studio has been a popular destination in Broward County for men and boys seeking a good haircut, a shave or other grooming services. In …
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Passover: The Holiday Which Taught Us About Loving and Accepting Others
Today, I’m going to be writing to you about Passover. Passover (or Pesach in Hebrew) is an 8-day long Jewish holiday. This year it begins at sunset on Saturday, March …
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Celebrating Freedom on Juneteenth
Last summer, United Way of Broward County’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (DEIAR) Advisory Council proposed to the organization’s senior team a floating holiday that staff can use for days of cultural …
Taking Pride in LGBTQ Support
June is Pride Month, and you can be proud that your United Way funds a program that coordinates the accessing of medical and behavioral services by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender …
