As chronic absenteeism rates remain stubbornly high across New York State, oneafterschool program is making significant strides in getting students back in the classroom. The Education United Afterschool Program, run by the United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP), has demonstrated remarkable success in improving attendance rates among participating students. According to an independent evaluator […]
Winter is just around the corner and the United Way of Westchester and Putnam wants to make sure that families are prepared. In partnership with the Westchester Library System, the United Way is collecting gently used or new coats, as well as new hats, gloves, and socks to distribute to those in need throughout Westchester County. […]
United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP) has taken another step toward fulfilling its mission of supporting local communities by establishing a new social work department this past September. This groundbreaking initiative represents a pivotal moment in the organization’s history, and promises to enhance and expand the services offered to families and individuals in need, directly […]
United Way’s Education United Academic and Enrichment Afterschool Program is kicking off its third year, continuing its mission to improve academic and social-emotional outcomes for elementary school students in Westchester County. The program, which serves up to 600 students across three schools, is expanding its offerings and reaffirming its commitment to supporting young learners and their families. […]
Westchester County graduate students pursuing social work or public health careers are invited to apply for scholarship assistance through the Ruth Taylor Scholarship Fund. The fund was established in tribute to Ruth Taylor upon her retirement as the county’s Commissioner of Public Welfare and in recognition of her nearly four decades of outstanding service. The annual […]
United Way convenes partners and mobilizes supplies to help our neighbors during times of crisis. Earlier this month our help was needed when a Yonkers Housing Authority building was discovered to have a gas leak, and its gas was turned off. While the Yonkers Housing Authority works on rectifying the situation, there are 385 apartments without drinkable […]
Throughout the summer, United Way of Westchester and Putnam distributed toys to school-aged children at summer camps and community events in Westchester and Putnam through its partnership with Toys for Tots and Good 360. The toys are part of the partnership’s Unplug and Play initiative, which distributes toys and books to children during the spring, summer, and fall […]
The United Way of Westchester and Putnam is accepting applications from nonprofits serving Putnam County for Phase 41 SSA of the Emergency Food and Shelter Funds available through the Local Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Boards. This program provides federal funding, which helps to extend currently available services for the hungry and homeless. The deadline […]
United Way of Westchester and Putnam was awarded a $5 million grant by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services through its Learning and Enrichment After-School Program Supports (LEAPS) to expand its offering of the Education United Afterschool Academic and Enrichment program at W.L. Morse School in Tarrytown and Highview Elementary School in Greenburgh. The LEAPS […]
United Way of Westchester and Putnam announced the awarding of scholarships collectively totaling $10,000 from its Ruth Taylor Scholarship Fund to two Westchester graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in social work. The two recipients are Melissa Rosado, 39, of New Rochelle; and Stephanie Lopez, 23, of Mamaroneck (pictured above). “Receiving the Ruth Taylor Scholarship is an honor,” said Rosado. “It acknowledges […]
