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Help Us Fight Period Poverty
Did you know nearly one out of three adults and one out of four students struggle to afford period products? In fact, two out of five teens have worn period products longer than recommended due to lack of access, which can put their health at risk.
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Building a Stronger Community through Volunteerism: Hands On Highlights and Opportunities
As we step into the new year, United Way Hands On remains dedicated to creating meaningful volunteer opportunities that empower individuals to give back, spread joy, and make a lasting impact. Through various projects and initiatives, volunteers can connect with their community, support those in need, and contribute to building a stronger, more vibrant Central Alabama.
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United Way and Jasper collaborate to complete the third of six community parks in Central Alabama
In the shade of a newly constructed pavilion, Jasper Mayor David O’Mary looked out over what was once a bare patch of land. That’s now been replaced with fresh mulch and gravel, picnic tables, new swings and a renewed and restriped soccer field. The new Jasper Centennial Park is the result of a partnership between United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) and the Jasper community.
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