(August 1, 2023) - August is National Make-A-Will Month, and United Way provides a free resource that thousands have already used to take care of their families: FreeWill, a no-cost online will writing tool. This is a free and easy way to protect the people and communities you love. We know that writing a will...
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East Hartford, Conn. (October 27, 2022) — United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut partnered with East Hartford Public Schools, Jumpstart, Hartford Public Library, Hartford Public Schools, Consolidated School District of New Britain and other community partners to celebrate the 17th Annual Jumpstart Read for the Record®, a campaign mobilizing volunteers to read to students in the…
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The guilty verdicts in the trial of Derek Chauvin were an important step forward for accountability and justice. However, no verdict or number of actions have the power to bring George Floyd back nor do they eliminate the trauma and difficulties faced by his family members, friends and those who witnessed his murder. Recognizing how challenging our current times are, especially…
Read MoreOur Statement on Racial Equity | June 2020 United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut extends its condolences to families who have lost loved ones in violent acts against Black Americans. These deaths and continued acts of violence must end, and we commit to partnering in local efforts to take positive action. Our mission is...
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