At UW Valleys, we want all kids to soar. So we work with the people who care for them — from families and neighbors, to schools and community agencies — to connect young people with the support they need.
DIAPER NEED IS REAL.
1 in 2 U.S. families with young children can't afford enough diapers to keep their baby clean, dry, and healthy and 1 in 4 parents miss work or school because they don’t have the diapers required for childcare.
We’re working to ensure that every baby in our community has access to the diapers they need. The UW Valleys Diaper Bank supports families across our region by collecting and distributing diapers to those who need them most.
Research shows a child’s first few years are critical to developing a strong foundation for success in school, work and life. That’s why United Way has such a strong focus on early learning, wherever kids are being cared for. Helping childcare teachers, caregivers and families get support and training lets them provide that strong foundation. And helping community partners empower themselves improves childcare quality and access.
Reading matters. By fourth grade, kids should be reading to learn rather than learning to read. And if a child isn’t reading well by then, the road ahead is tougher.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
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