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United Way puts Families First
March 19 2008
United Way puts Families First
March 19, 2008, ELKHART, IN- Today at the Matterhorn Restaurant, community leaders were invited to a special breakfast celebrating the partnership between the United Way and Families First (a partnership managed by CAPS). Families First is a unique partnership that brings together community agencies who have a goal of seeing all children enter kindergarten ready to learn.
Community partners from ADEC, the Elkhart County Community Foundation, the Elkhart County Commissioners, Elkhart Community School and Chase Bank were recognized for their contribution to the partnership.
Families First is funded in part by the United Way of Elkhart County through a special grant made possible by the Indiana Association of United Ways (IAUW). The United Way has been given a renewal for additional resources to be used in Elkhart County. The United Way’s board of directors supported continuing the good work accomplished through the partnership with Families First.
WHY LIVE UNITED.
When we reach out a hand to one we influence the condition of all.
When you give to the United Way, you're lending a hand to your neighbors, family and friends who live right here in Elkhart County.
When we LIVE UNITED... Elkhart County does more... it's that simple.
EDUCATION.
Helping children and youth achieve their potential.
- Kindergarten Readiness
Readiness to succeed in school means children enter kindergarten developmentally on track. - Elementary Readiness
Reading on grade-level by fourth grade means elementary students are prepared to succeed in later grades and to graduate from high school - High School Graduation
Academic achievement is reflected in one-time high school graduation rates
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INCOME.
Promoting financial stability and independence.
- Adult Education
How can adults best engage with post-high school learning opportunities to, in two years or less, move from a low-skill job to a middle skill job? - Financial Literacy
How can a family best learn the fundamental money skills they need to successfully meet their basic needs? - Savings & Assets
How can a family best develop the assets they need to remain financially stable during changes in income, illness or other events.
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HEALTH.
Improving people's health.
- Dental
Untreated dental health problems interfere with the ability to learn, eat and work. - Hunger
If a person is hungry, everything else in life becomes a challenge. - Medical Self-Advocacy
How can a family best learn the fundamental skills they need to successfully navigate a difficult diagnosis?
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