What would you do? It’s summer in Arizona and the sun is bearing heat down like it’s throwing fire. Luckily you’re in your car with the AC on full blast, feeling the cool breeze brush past you and fill your car with a refreshing coldness. The stoplight ahead turns red and you have to wait for your next chance to go when you notice the person on the corner with a cardboard sign.
Teaching moments are happening all the time in the life of a child. Every experience they have helps to shape them into who they will become as an adult. They absorb all information as they take in the world around them. We have an opportunity to show children an idea for parties that can be a little different.
There’s a saying that the best way to see something from a viewpoint outside of your own is to put yourself in someone else’s shoes. It is easier to truly understand poverty when you get an idea of the choices and situations people face and struggle with every day. You can Walk-a-Mile and learn how people are Making Choices with these poverty simulations through Valley of the Sun United Way.
Even if you don’t have kids, but you have a child in your life that is important to you, I strongly encourage you to do them a favor and teach them the importance of giving back.
On a day where we celebrate our country, it is important to recognize veterans who have fought for our freedom. People like Bessie. Bessie is a veteran who struggled with homelessness until she was connected to organizations willing to fight for her right to happiness as she has done for us.
Looking for a cheap way to escape the heat? Whether you’re planning to travel North to cooler climates, out-of-state, or abroad, these thrifty tips will help you manage your budget.
Entertaining your party guests doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult, with some simple party games and easy prizes, you can take your party up a notch! Try these easy, low cost party games at your 4th of July gathering or your next party.
Supporting students to achieve a strong education from birth to career is part of building up our community to provide a brighter future. Often, the answers lie within the community and can be reached through the collective wisdom of its members. This motivation inspired Valley of the Sun United Way to create Thriving Together, a collective impact partnership that aims to identify sustainable solutions and best practices that increase student success all the way through their education journey.
With the release of the American Health Care Act (AHCA), the future of healthcare in Arizona may be changing. Changes to the current healthcare law could affect the gains, affordability, accessibility, and adequate care the ACA has now.
