1 out of 4 students in our community who enter 9th grade don't graduate from high school. The good news is that middle school students with at least one helpful adult in their lives are almost twice as likely to graduate.
Volunteer just one hour a week to mentor or tutor a kid, and you’ll be amazed at the difference it makes.
Find out more at 1HourForKids.org.
KickOff to Mentoring KickBall Tournament
Rally your friends, family, and co-workers to form teams for the Kickball tournament, learn about United Way’s One Hour for Kids program and let the kids have some summer fun with face painting and games. First place, second place, and best team name will take home awards.
Date:
July 25, 2009
Time:
8:30am- 2:00pm
Who:
Those committed to making a positive impact on today’s youth, United Way partner agencies, friends and family.
Where:
Kreig Field
517 S Pleasant Valley Rd
Austin, TX 78741
Start forming teams now!
Click here to register your team.
Our Work
United Way is working in a more focused and deliberate way than ever before, ensuring that the community dollars are put toward programs and services that address the underlying causes of the growing opportunity gap that exists in our region.
Education
Compelling evidence has mounted over many years that high-quality early childhood programs help young children, especially disadvantaged children, become better prepared to enter and succeed in school.
Financial Stability
Far too many Central Texans live day-to-day stifled by a vicious cycle: Work hard, make a little money, and spend more money to pay for food, rent, and utilities. The result? Thousands and thousands of families in our community are either living in poverty or teetering precariously on the brink of it. Learn more.
Health
Limited or no healthcare access is a reality for many in our community. And it translates into decreased length and quality of life for the individual, and increased burdens on the community through higher taxes and health insurance rates.
Corporate Supporters
United Way Capital Area gratefully acknowledges the support
of our
Top 25 Workplace Contributors.
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