United Way of St Mary's County |

BLOG

Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain development happens by age 5? In those early years, relationships and experiences drive brain development. Our cognitive, social-emotional, physical and other skills are all built on this foundation....

posted at: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 12:01am

Busting Myths About Human Trafficking

“Keeya’s neighbors in Botswana knew her family was struggling to pay for her education and offered her a scholarship to a good college and free accommodations in the U.S. in exchange for working at their daycare center. When Keeya arrived at her...

posted at: Tuesday, July 30, 2019 - 8:30am

We Can’t Let Migrant Children Fall Behind

When I visited the U.S.-Mexico border earlier this year, I met parents and children fleeing violence in their home countries. These children were receiving basic care. But they weren’t in school. Most didn’t have books or computers to help them...

posted at: Tuesday, July 23, 2019 - 12:01am

Mandela’s 3 Rules to Live By

Nelson Mandela lived his life by three rules: Free yourself. Free others. Serve every day.

As a lawyer and then as a political prisoner, the great South African leader lived by those rules as he worked to free others and himself. Even...

posted at: Thursday, July 18, 2019 - 12:01am

Building Success: United Way Turks and Caicos

Around United Way, the phrase “We are big because we are small” is a common refrain.

It means that we are a successful global network because we stay true to the needs of each community. We understand their character, their challenges,...

posted at: Friday, July 12, 2019 - 4:03pm

Ideas for Volunteering on Family Vacations

Family vacations are a time to reconnect, relax and enjoy a shift from the normal routine. They also are a great time to reinforce values, like being open to new experiences and caring for people in need. Why not add to the fun by giving back,...

posted at: Monday, July 01, 2019 - 1:34pm