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Collaborating for Change on UWASC Public Policy Day
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
By Naomi Zeiset, Trident United Way Grants Manager On February 15, 2023, Trident United Way staff attended the United…
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Nine Things You Didn’t Know About 211
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
By Katie Reams, Director of SC 211 Services Everyone knows about 9-1-1. But fewer people know about 211, the…
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Affordable Housing is a Critical Need for Many in the Tri-County
Monday, January 9, 2023
Living at or below the poverty level ($27,500 for a family of four) fosters an unstable and sometimes chaotic daily…
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211 Helpline Adds Texting Options to Expand Access to Service
Monday, November 28, 2022
SC 2-1-1 is a free and confidential 24/7 service providing resources for individuals seeking assistance in a wide…
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A family of three at a grocery store. A child looks at the produce section and is selecting a fresh vegetable
Food Insecurity and the Tri-County Community
Friday, September 30, 2022
By Natalie LaMonto, Trident United Way AmeriCorps Food Security VISTA Did you know on average, 24.43% of Tri-County…
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The Importance of Asking For Help Sooner Rather Than Later
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
By Torie Brame, Trident United Way Dorchester Resource Connection Center Manager Trident United Way Resource Connection…
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AmeriCorps Appreciation
Friday, April 1, 2022
Together, we are AmeriCorps   By Angie Williams, Trident United Way AmeriCorps Program Manager Every March, we…
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Inspiring Action through UWASC Public Policy Day
Friday, March 4, 2022
 Advocating for change in our local community  By Michelle Bornfleth, Trident United Way Associate Director of…
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Commentary: How state lawmakers can help nonprofits improve lives
Thursday, February 17, 2022
By Chloe Knight Tonney - Trident United Way President & CEO   State Rep. Marvin Pendarvis and Goose Creek Mayor…
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5 Reasons the Tri-County Community Should Use 211
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Trident United Way helps thousands of people each year through 211 By Katie Reams, 211 Services - Community Impact…
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