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  • From Hardship to Hope: Spoken word by Elliott Kelly, Jr.

    The powerful words of Elliott Kelly, Jr., inspired by audience submissions, closed out our 2026 [...]

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  • What Does Hope Look Like?

    From eviction notice to welcome mat — hope is homeownership. From the floor to sweet dreams — [...]

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  • Inside Build-A-Bed 2026

    Thank you to every volunteer, sponsor, and staff member who helped make this year’s [...]

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  • Highlights of Metro United Way’s 2025 Impact Report

    This past year, Metro United Way helped lift 36,748 people from hardship to hope. Through [...]

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  • From Hardship to Hope: Nonprofit Partners Unite

    Today, Metro United Way works with more nonprofit partners than ever before, and in different [...]

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  • From Hardship to Hope: Community Leaders Speak Up

    Join community leaders in supporting Metro United Way’s Hardship to Hope efforts! [...]

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  • Volunteers make an impact at 2025 Greatest Give Back

    Metro United Way and the Muhammad Ali Center welcomed 500 volunteers during The Greatest Give [...]

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  • Metro United Way focuses efforts on affordable housing to help families facing financial hardship

    Safe and stable housing is the foundation for a successful life. Yet for many, the cost of that [...]

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