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May 22, 2023
Fire season 2023: Prevention tips and resources
In the western U.S., wildfire season has become longer, more unpredictable and more devastating to people and wildlife. Smoky skies and poor air quality are becoming the norm in the region. Being prepared by knowing how to reduce the risk of wildfires and how to protect people and property is essential to adapting to this…
April 7, 2023
Support recovery efforts for areas impacted by tornadoes
The 2023 tornado season has already resulted in nearly 500 tornado reports across 25 states, and a death toll more than double that of last year–and most of the peak period, through June, is still ahead. Already this year, tornadoes have taken a heavy toll on property, devastating homes, businesses and infrastructure–particularly in areas where…
April 18, 2023
UW community comes together in support of campus food pantries
Each of the three UW campuses has a dedicated food pantry for students, staff and faculty experiencing food insecurity. In March, our UW community came together for a campus-wide food drive to raise $4,505 in monetary donations and 1,863 pounds of donated food and hygiene supplies. UW food pantries provide food to UW community…
May 1, 2023
Support, educate or advocate this mental health awareness month
Mental health awareness month offers the opportunity to refocus on self-care, acknowledge the importance of mental health and honor the courage of millions of people living with mental health conditions. Mental health month has been observed in the U.S. since 1949 to raise awareness about mental health, fight stigma and advocate for policies that support…
May 24, 2023
Addressing summer hunger for kids in our communities
Nutritious, plant-forward meals are crucial to helping kids thrive during the summer months–but without the security of school meals, many families rely on summer meal sites to help. Food insecurity is defined as not having enough food to lead a healthy life. Undernutrition is lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough food or…
November 2, 2022
Ways of giving during the holidays
The holidays are finally here and some of you have been feeling the gift of giving extra around this time of year. November and December are major giving months. If you are thinking about doing something good during the holiday season, then you are already reaping the benefits of giving. 30% of annual charitable donations…
February 2, 2022
Support Local Food Pantries with Non-food Items
Of the many ongoing consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, one of the most urgent is that more than 50 million people are experiencing food insecurity in the U.S., including millions of children and vulnerable seniors. In Washington state, those who cannot consistently put food on their tables has more than doubled in the past two…
February is National Senior Independence Month
February is National Senior Independence Month, giving us an opportunity to share some tips for helping the older adults in our lives celebrate their independence while calling out the great work our local senior centers and retirement organizations are doing. Get your older adult loved ones involved with a local senior center! Research shows that…
November 13, 2021
Encouraging Literacy at any Age
It’s hard for me to imagine inhabiting a world without reading, without books and literature. Yet, this world was very close to home nearly all my adult life as my father was functionally illiterate. While my mother was a reader and a school teacher, dad struggled to read with comprehension and retention for decades, even…
April 22, 2021
Celebrate Earth Month: Citizen Science
Throughout the year, the UW Combined Fund Drive acts as a resource for engaging in active citizenship. Our annual campaign is an avenue for investing in nonprofits that advocate for, take care of, and support the many causes about which you are passionate. This year, we also highlighted UW and local nonprofit wisdom through our…
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