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A poverty simulation. United Way was going to show me what it’s like to be poor in less than two hours. I thought I had it in the bag. I know how to dress up ramen so it seems like a real meal. I’ve donated plasma to make rent. I could handle this.

But I soon found out that real poverty – the kind that exists without a car your parents bought you – is an all-consuming syndrome. It’s a collection of afflictions that feed on each other and conspire to perpetuate the cycle.

Halloween is an exciting time for children. The costumes, parties and of course candy. Parents also look forward to October 31. The memories created with their children make their hard work preparing for the holiday worth it.

The cooler weather and bustle of fall has many Arizonans planning to invite family and friends home for seasonal celebrations.

But what about local individuals and families without permanent housing?

Choosing Quality Out-of-School Time Programs for your Children
You love your child. You want them to succeed. You provide constant love and guidance, but when school is out, how can we keep their minds engaged and their development flourishing?

Especially when it comes to finances, it’s important to plan ahead. While sometimes overwhelming, a few simple strategies can help you quickly improve your financial stability and regain control of your future.

Do you think you could feed your family with just $29 this week?

It might sound impossible, but it’s the reality for too many Arizona families. As participants of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), these families receive much-needed food assistance.

If you think hunger doesn’t happen in our community, think again. The idea that hunger is a foreign problem is just one of several existing myths about hunger in our community.

Aaron Hill, Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman and active volunteer with Valley of the Sun United Way, discusses ways in which our community can work together as a team to end hunger in Maricopa County.

We can make a difference in our local community today. In fact, our Hunger Action Month calendar includes something meaningful we can do every day this month to contribute to the cause.

Move On When Reading was enacted to ensure all Arizona students acquire that critical reading foundation. Learn more about the program and how you can volunteer to read to a child in our community.