Greater Twin Cities United Way

⚡Bremer Bank is matching all donations up to $10,000 toward our Home For Good initiative, which provides essential household supplies to local families transitioning from homelessness to housing. Stable housing is the key to success in school, work, health, family and community life. You can make a difference by donating to ensure families have essential supplies they need to thrive in their new home! I’m ready to double my gift! https://bit.ly/3Tkh99d

Want to create lasting change in our community? Get started today as a volunteer, donor or advocate with Greater Twin Cities United Way. Together, we can create a community where all people thrive! https://www.gtcuw.org/

Our #80x3 team continues to spread the word about trauma-sensitive care! In a new piece co-authored in Exchange Press, 80x3 program officer Jamie Bonczyk discusses how trauma-sensitive care can help children develop their executive functioning – giving them the tools for success in school, their relationships, the workplace and more. "By embracing trauma-informed care and fostering executive function skills, we create environments where all children, regardless of their backgrounds, have equal opportunities to succeed." Read more: https://lnkd.in/geEbgmj5 The Family Partnership #ExchangePress #ExchangeMagazineECE

We were extremely honored and proud to be in the room last night at the Greater Twin Cities United Way Tocqueville Society Dinner to support our good friends Justin and Desirae Butler, as they were recognized with the 2024 Civic Leadership Award! I couldn’t agree more with Kiera Fernandez, who introduced the Butlers and said that “nothing small is driven from their impact…just monumental change.” I love that Desirae shared her passion of “being an ambassador to bringing others into philanthropy.” Well done! #giveback #liveunited

Yesterday, I had the privilege of hosting a live episode of 'Conversations with Chanda' at the Interfaith Series: Criminal Justice event, organized by the Greater Twin Cities United Way. It was an enriching experience discussing actionable ways to drive change in legal system reform with Sheena Meade, a renowned expert in the field and CEO of The Clean Slate Initiative. The event also featured poignant panel discussions moderated by Olivia Jefferson (she/her), where faith and justice leaders like Imam Imam Asad Zaman, Earl Miller, Justin Terrell, Micheal Goze, and others shared their insights. These conversations illuminated the vital role that faith communities play in advocating for and achieving meaningful reform. I am deeply grateful to everyone who joined us—leaders like #PJHubbard, #RabbiZimmerman, #RevJimBearJacobs, Elijah McDavid, and Shannon (Smith) Jones, along with organizations such as the Minnesota Council of Churches and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, for their commitment to this cause. The dialogue didn't just end at the event; it sparked further conversations about how we can collectively work towards a more just and equitable legal system. Thank you to all the participants for a truly transformative experience. Let’s keep this momentum going. #CriminalJusticeReform #LegalSystemReform #InterfaithDialogue #SocialChange

🌟 United Way Benefit for Hurricane Relief 🌟 Artists and special guests from across genres are uniting for one urgent cause: supporting our neighbors when they need us most. The proceeds will support United Way’s disaster relief programs, including delivering immediate aid to communities in crisis. 🗓️ Date: November 2, 2024 🕗 Time: 8-9 P.M. ET 📺 Where: Televised Special on CBS, CMT and Simulcast When disaster strikes, we come together. Let’s show our support and make a difference! ❤️#UnitedforRecovery Learn More: https://ow.ly/FhPx50TUOZY

#Halloween is just around the corner! As you greet your trick-or-treaters, keep in mind that *half* of all children in the U.S. live in families that either are in poverty or are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), unable to afford basics. So, to help each child you meet have a great holiday, remember: 🎃 Don't comment on how they're dressed. Their families may live on tight budgets and may not have the time or money to invest in a costume. 🎃 Don't comment on their age. Older kids want to enjoy the holiday, too – and candy might be a rare treat. 🎃 Do offer them treats and wish them a Happy Halloween! Learn more about #ALICE in Minnesota: https://bit.ly/4dWDLnq #UnitedForALICE

In partnership with 3M Open, we recently awarded our 2024 Social Justice Leadership Award to J. DeVon Nolen for her work in food justice and equity in North Minneapolis! Nolen is the founder and CEO of The Peoples' Market Minneapolis and an invaluable partner to Greater Twin Cities United Way. Congratulations, DeVon! Thank you for being an advocate for food justice and a changemaker.

We all belong in a thriving future. Shannon (Smith) Jones, our senior vice president of community impact, explains how Greater Twin Cities United Way is helping our communities meet urgent needs and create lasting change through housing, food, education and more. Learn more at https://www.gtcuw.org/.

Our #CareerAcademies team is making new connections this week at the Jobs for the Future (JFF) Pathways to Prosperity National Institute! Nationwide partners like JFF help us spread the word about Career Academies and our partner districts – working to ensure all students can achieve a purpose-driven future.