Advocacy
What’s On the Ballot for North Texans this Election?
The Nov. 5 general election is coming up fast, and early voting gets underway Oct. 21. At United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, we’re encouraging all registered…
‘Compassion Drives Advocacy’: How One United Way Volunteer Advocacy Leader Got His Start
The next few months are a critical time for advocacy in North Texas, as we approach the November election and prepare for next year’s legislative session. At…
How Paycheck Advance Products Hurt Low-Income North Texans
Across the United States, millions of people work full time but don’t earn enough money to cover their basic needs. When they encounter a crisis or an unexpe…
We’re Sharing the Power of Good Nutrition with Hundreds of Thousands of North Texas Families
North Texas families face a variety of challenges that make it difficult or even impossible to maintain good nutrition. Many experience food insecurity and l…
Nonprofits Are One Key to Increasing Voter Turnout
Community impact organizations have a vested interest in public policies that affect the individuals and families that they serve. At United Way of Metropoli…
Texas Leads the Nation in Food Insecurity
Summer is right around the corner, which means many North Texas children will lose access to free school meals. During the “hungriest season” of the year, in…
Vote for a Brighter Future for North Texas During Elections on May 4 and 28
This is a big election year, and we’re not just talking about November. Did you know there are two important elections in May that will directly impact North…