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Meghan Keaney Anderson
Tue, 03/31/2009

"Easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."

-- Frederick Douglass

Two Saturdays ago, I received an email from United Way colleague Caroline Ross on why investments in early childhood development (still) matter. I mention the day because Caroline is the type of professional who cares so much about the questions and issues that permeate her work, that it's no surprise she thinks about them on Saturday evenings, while others (including one blogger who shall remain nameless) are off playing Guitar Hero.  read more »

United Way announces $2 million in emergency assistance for basic needs

Funds will be distributed through 25 area health and human service agencies region-wide
02/25/2009

BOSTON – In a press conference today at Boston City Hall, Mayor Thomas M. Menino, who has been leading a Food + Fuel campaign for Boston residents this winter, joined United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley President Michael Durkin as United Way announced details of $2 million investment to provide individuals and families with emergency assistance for food, heat and other basic needs this winter.  read more »

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