We were thrilled to reveal last month that $47.4 million was raised for United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County in 2023. This astounding result will empower countless community...
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Free Tax Assistance Program VITA Seeing Huge Increases in Filers This Year
February 15, 2024The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which offers free tax preparation services to Bexar County residents, has seen a dramatic 63% increase in tax returns filed in just the...
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United Way’s Top Accomplishments in 2023
February 5, 2024At United Way, our goal is to make our community a better place to live and work for all. In 2024, we will continue to bring organizations, agencies, leaders, volunteers...
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Project Warmth Gives 800+ Coats to Children in San Antonio
December 20, 2023Launched in October, United Way’s Project Warmth coat drive concluded recently with an outstanding 800 coats donated. Far surpassing the original goal of 500 coats, this means more than 450...
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Demographics Experiencing Financial Hardship in Bexar County
December 19, 2023New data illustrates the rates at which various demographics are experiencing financial hardship in Bexar County. In total, 46% of all residents are unable to make ends meet due to...
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Residents Can Count on 2-1-1 For Help Even on Christmas Day
December 13, 2023United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County’s 2-1-1 Helpline will be open and available to callers on Christmas Day. Open 24/7/365, 2-1-1 callers will be guided on how to...
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United Way Selected For Grant to Improve Family Well-Being
December 7, 2023United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County is honored to have been selected for an Accelerator grant from the Ascend at the Aspen Institute, joining the 2Gen Accelerator Community...
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Bexar County Workers Facing Financial Hardship
December 7, 2023New data shows that Bexar County residents working in some of the most common jobs are experiencing financial hardship at disproportionate rates compared to other jobs. In 2021, of the...