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. …
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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 …
7 Local Black History Month Events
February is Black History Month – a month dedicated to honoring, celebrating and recognizing the triumphs of Black trailblazers in our community. From artistic creatives to business owners and civil …
Dignity in Aging Initiative Addresses Senior Needs
When she lost her husband Harry to cancer after more than 50 years of marriage, 73-year-old Barbara was alone and scared for the first time in her adult life. While …
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Empowering Women and Girls
“One of the greatest things you can do to help others is not just to share and give what you have, but to help them discover what they have within …
A Conversation With Dr. Olga Wydner
March 14-28, 2022 is United Way’s Publix Super Markets Appreciation Week and a great time to recognize this outstanding company, a long-time supporter of United Way of Broward County. Publix …
