Texting tips and resources for caregivers of children 0-8: Text GREAT to 274448! United Way of Greater New Bedford is pleased to announce it is teaming up with Bright by Text, a text messaging service that supports parents and other caregivers of young children. Subscribers to the service receive text messages that link to research-based content on […]

United Way’s across Massachusetts celebrate Mass2-1-1 Day virtually and mark grand opening of second Call2Talk mental health line call center Massachusetts – Every year on February 11, United Ways in Massachusetts and across the country celebrate 2-1-1 Day to raise awareness of this important public service.  Everyone knows the three-digit number to call in an […]

New Bedford Shannon (NBS)—a partnership between the New Bedford Police Dept. and United Way of Greater New Bedford—has been awarded $824,879 to continue its multi-pronged approach to address the community’s gang and youth violence issues using five strategy areas: social, intervention, support, opportunity, and provision. The grant value is up slightly this year from $797,438 […]

United Way of Greater New Bedford is pleased to welcome five new members to their Board of Directors: Starlene Alves, Francine Ferguson, Christopher Fortier, Jacqueline Gannon Somerville, and Amilton “A.J.” Tavares Jr. “We are honored to have these five individuals join our Board,” said Michelle N. Hantman, President & CEO. “Each brings so much to […]

United Way of Greater New Bedford is now accepting proposals from non-profit organizations and public entities for Community Impact funding. Community Impact grants are aimed to support the most effective existing programs and services in United Way’s target areas of health, education, financial stability, and basic needs. Organizations are eligible to apply for $10,000 – […]