Not all kids come to school with the same level of skills. And when a student is too far behind, they may never catch up. Help United Way work towards Early Grade Level Success by joining us at Hickory Point Bank’s Battle of the Paddle event. unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle

Introducing our next Team Captain for Hickory Point Bank's Battle of the Paddle Event- Sue Grey!🏓 "I choose United Way because I know that they look at the big picture and focus on those issues that will have the greatest impact in our community. " unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle

Get your paddle on! Help support our four teams in their face off at the Hickory Point Bank's Battle of the Paddle Event. Go to unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle to donate to a team and support United Way’s Early Grade Level Success Initiative. 😀

On average, one in ten kids in kindergarten and first grade are chronically absent, which is why we are working towards decreasing chronic absenteeism by 10%. Learn more about Early Grade Level Success and our initiatives✏️: unitedwaychampaign.org/early-grade-le…

United Way of Champaign County is fighting to work towards Early Grade Level Success by encouraging early education. If you want to be a part of this change, you can donate to Hickory Point Bank’s Battle of the Paddle Event! unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle

We are so grateful that Heartland Coca-Cola has joined us to help United Way’s Early Grade Level Success Initiative! They make events like Hickory Point Bank's Battle of the Paddle possible!

Game on! Only 5 days left until Hickory Point Bank's Battle of the Paddle event. Join us for a fun ping pong tournament while also supporting Early Grade Level Success! unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle

If we want all kids to be able to be successful in school and go on to pursue higher education or be qualified for a stable job, there must be a way for more kids to build their literacy skills. 📚 Learn more about Early Grade Level Success here: unitedwaychampaign.org/early-grade-le…

Let the games begin. Only 1 day until Hickory Point Bank's Battle of the Paddle event! We hope to see you there.🤗 unitedwaychampaign.org/Battle

Closing the digital divide so all kids can thrive is critical. Find out how we’ve been helping kids succeed in Champaign County during COVID-19 and what we’re doing today. Learn more: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/why-closi… #LiveUnited #DigitalDivide

Having access to the internet and a device at home can make all the difference for students growing up in a digital world. Let’s help all kids thrive by closing the digital divide. 💻 📱 Learn what we’re doing. unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/why-closi… #LiveUnited

For Champaign County’s kids, a strong start includes building literacy skills. On International Literacy Day and every day we’re thankful for the donors and volunteers who help all kids thrive! #LiveUnited #LiteracyDay

The digital divide is the gap between people who have adequate access to devices and the internet. Learn how to help us close the divide in Champaign County. unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/why-closi… #LiveUnited #DigitalDivide

When children develop a love of learning, they equip themselves for success in life. Find out how United Way supports all children gain an education: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/early-chi…

Kids from under-resourced communities have less access to a higher-quality education. Find out how United Way is working for educational equity: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/early-chi…

According to Feeding America 13 million American children may experience food insecurity in 2021. United Way of Champaign County supports programs that feed kids in our community. Learn more: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/what-it-t… #LiveUnited #FoodInsecurity

Did you know that food prices in Native communities are higher than in urban areas, according to First Nations? We’re working to ensure that everyone has access to affordable, healthy food. Read our blog: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/what-it-t… #LiveUnited #FoodInsecurity

With our community partners, United Way of Champaign County is creating opportunities for families to eat fresher, healthier foods on a budget. Learn more about how we’re tackling food insecurity. Read our blog: unitedwaychampaign.org/blog/what-it-t… #LiveUnited #FoodInsecurity

On #VeteransDay, #UnitedForALICE launches the #ALICEinFocus: #Veterans Research Brief for Illinois. Despite their sacrifice, financial hardship hit 23% of Illinois' 514,000 veterans in 2019. Visit Bit.ly/3Mh17YW to learn more. #ALICEVeterans #military #veteran

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