Your Guide to Voting in the May 6 Election
Calling all change-seekers: North Texas has an important election coming up on Saturday, May 6 that could have a significant impact on education, income and …
Progress on Our 2023 Legislative Priorities
We’re two-thirds of the way through the 88th Texas Legislature and at a key juncture for our legislative priorities. In a few short weeks, bills will start d…
Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: Modernize the 211 Referral Helpline
211 is an important community resource that can be particularly useful for our low-income neighbors. However, the service has been underfunded for years. Dur…
Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: Equity in Public Transportation
Public transportation is vital for Texans to be able to access education, financial stability and healthcare services. The Texas Department of Transportation…
Go In-Depth on Our Legislative Priorities: School-Based Mental Health
Childhood mental health is in crisis in Texas and across the nation. During the Texas Legislature’s 2023 session, lawmakers are considering several bills tha…
At United Way Day at the Capitol, Advocates Call Attention to Key Policy Issues for North Texans
At United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, one of the ways we work to improve access to education, income and health is by uniting our voices through advocacy. Wh…
Our 2023 Legislative Priorities at United Way of Dallas
The 88th Texas Legislature is in full swing, and lawmakers have introduced more than 4,500 bills on a staggering number of topics. At United Way of Metropoli…
How We Can All Improve Reading Proficiency in North Texas
With United Way Reading Day happening in just a few weeks, everyone at United Way of Metropolitan Dallas is feeling the excitement around this exciting and i…