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Bringing Quality Care to Maricopa County Kids

Kids that attend high quality care centers are proven to have better skills when they enter school. We believe all children deserve that start.

The Story of the Heart of Isaac Community Center in Maryvale

In Maryvale, a home was donated to a local school district many years ago. Following the request of parents in the community for a Community Hub, the Isaac Elementary School District began the process of converting this house previously used as a storage facility into a thriving community center for families.

3 Unexpected Halloween Tips

What are the little ghouls and goblins filling up on before the candy? Have you tested for makeup allergies before dressing up? These tips may include some things you didn’t think about.

Have a Scary Good Time This Halloween

​Are you ready for candy, costumes, scares, and fun? Halloween is just around the corner (and so are the goblins and ghosts)! If you’re celebrating with a party, why not make it a Party With a Purpose?

Fight for Communities Through Project Connect

Volunteer to be a guest guide at a resource fair for individuals and families in our community. Help guests get haircuts, showers, clothing items, and more help.

The Benefits of Permanent Supportive Housing
Across all of Maricopa County, you can find nearly 6,000 people each night sleeping without a bed or a home to stay in. But we are fighting to end homelessness through programs like permanent supportive housing.
Why Help the Working Poor for an AZ Charitable Tax Credit?

Valley of the Sun United Way offers the Helping the Working Poor fund to allow people to give a charitable donation that assists hardworking families by supporting experts in areas like job-skill training, childcare, education, and more.

Character Connection in a Maricopa Classroom

In Maricopa County middle school classrooms, it started as a regular day… That is, until an Arizona Cardinals quarterback appeared on their computer screen.

Vanguard Volunteers consult Vello United Way

Members of the Vanguard Capstone Team share their experiences partnering with Valley of the Sun United Way in this guest blog post.

Teacher of the Year Makes Change Happen
Meet Michelle Doherty, one of our incredible partners who has been recognized as 2017 Arizona Educational Foundation Teacher of the Year.
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