United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley - Live United

On a Search for Local Heroes

Meghan Keaney — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:00:17 +0000

When I was younger and hooked on the idea of writing a great American novel, my father used to advise me to take a look at the lives of ordinary people. People who go through their days, happily and purposefully, but without much attention or celebration. Look at these people, he said, and the extraordinary will start to reveal itself. And, of course, it did. I started noticing people who had made great sacrifices for the future of their children, their communities, even for strangers. In essence, my father taught me to seekout the unsung heroes in our society.

For the next four weeks, SpeakUnited will be taking on a search of its own. We will be looking for local heroes, individuals who have made a significant difference in the lives of the people and communities around them. Help us, by nominating a local hero via the comment form. read more »

Bill Brett and Will Moses Highlight Blackstone's United Way Christmas Campaign

Meghan Keaney — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:34:55 +0000

Blackstone's of Beacon Hills' (46 Charles St.) third annual 12-Days of Christmas Celebration and their mission to give back to the local community takes on a new and novel approach this year. Beginning Monday, December 1st, Blackstone's will launch a creative fundraising campaign designed to provide holiday gifts for those in need while at the same time providing needed funds for the United Way of Massachusetts Bay. read more »

Unprecedented Need: Unprecedented United Response

Meghan Keaney — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:39:52 +0000

BOSTON -- Eighteen United Ways from across the Commonwealth announced today that they are responding to widespread increases in need by uniting for a new statewide drive to provide emergency assistance for basic needs this winter. The emergency appeal, called the Community Support Fund, will leverage the support of residents from all corners of the Commonwealth to create a safety net for individuals and families in crisis. read more »

How Rev. John M. Borders Lives United

Meghan Keaney — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:51:43 +0000

I'm Pastor John Borders of the Morning Star Baptist Church in Mattapan and I LIVE UNITED first through body, soul, and spirit. What's important to me is making sure that there's a connection to the younger generation of our city and of our country. They need support of fathers and mothers. They need support of pastors, of teachers, of politicians, of local business people. read more »

How Matt Borders Lives United

Meghan Keaney — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:52:08 +0000

Matthew Borders IV, 23
Stoughton, MA

By telling a young man who plays basketball that he can do more than just star on the court and exposing him to the opportunity to be a sports agent; by taking a young man who aspires to be a rapper and giving him the opportunity to produce, be an A&R or even an executive at his own label -- these are the ways that I Live United.

United Way announces a new $400,000 investment to prevent foreclosures

Meghan Keaney — Mon, 26 May 2008 22:29:31 +0000

Funds include $100,000 to better equip Mass 2-1-1 hotline to respond to foreclosure inquiries read more »

Healthcare Leadership Breakfast

Meghan Keaney — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 22:16:57 +0000

Time TBD
The Westin Copley Plaza

How Board Chair Bob Mahoney Lives United

Meghan Keaney — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 20:57:30 +0000

Bob Mahoney

Executive Vice Chairman of Citizens Financial Group
Chairman of the Board, United Way
Advocate.

I LIVE UNITED by encouraging my family, friends and colleagues to get involved in the community. read more »

How Maria & Bridget Live United

Meghan Keaney — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 20:55:03 +0000

Maria Semsa, Age 29.

I LIVE UNITED by Working at Ensuring Stability through Action in our Community, a United Way partner agency, and by working as a health educator, teaching families about asthma treatment. read more »

How Bruin Dennis Wideman Lives United

Meghan Keaney — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 20:52:13 +0000

I LIVE UNITED by regularly visiting and reading to hospitalized children and encouraging others to volunteer in their communities.