United Way Organizational Guide

The first sectors to take a hit when it comes to state and federal cutbacks is often education, which is already have a tough time of it. The schools in your local community always need help, so if you have a little extra to give, whether it’s in the form of office or school supplies, or a monetary donation to help teacher’s buy what they need for the classroom, consider contacting a local school and giving them support. They’re success determines our children’s, and therefore our future after all.

14% of girls in Peru become pregnant before the age of 18, and a staggering 90% of these pregnancies are the result of rape. Only one out of every eight reported cases of rape in Peru are counted. A woman is raped in Peru every 20 minutes, and that does not take unreported cases into account. La Casa de Acogida Mantay is a home specifically for single mothers aged 12 to 18 just outside Cusco, Peru where you can volunteer for a variety of jobs to help the women and children of Peru.

Did you know that you can volunteer at an orphanage abroad? Countries like Nicaragua, Africa, the Dominican Republic and many other countries have many orphanages that would be happy to have your help caring for the kids or just offering cuddles. There are thousands of volunteer opportunities at orphanages all around the world and are perfect for people who want to make a difference in a child’s life.

Five years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans. In that storm, 300,000 homes were made unlivable. Five years later, thousands remain homeless. You can help by donating your time to make meals, your strength to build homes and shelters, and your ear to listen to the residents who need your love and compassion.