Helping young people realize their full potential.

United Way of Greater New Bedford promotes enriching learning opportunities that help young people realize their full potential.

  • Early education and childcare
  • In- school, after- school & summer learning
  • Literacy development

UWGNB Youth Opportunity Initiatives

Baby BundlesBaby Bundles

This free text messaging service is for anyone who cares for or loves a child - prenatal to age eight. Powered locally by Women United, resources are sent directly to the subscriber’s phone in their choice of English or Spanish.

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Bright By TextBright by Text

This free text messaging service is for anyone who cares for or loves a child - prenatal to age eight. Powered locally by Women United, resources are sent directly to the subscriber’s phone in their choice of English or Spanish.

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Wash & ReadWash & Read

Wash & Read partner laundromats designate space for “reading corners” where young visitors are encouraged to read and take home free books.

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youth day of caringYouth Day of Caring

Each spring, UWGNB hosts a day for high schools students to volunteer at organizations throughout the community. Students complete a number of projects including painting, landscaping, and more.

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