Youth represent the future of our community. We have an investment strategy to help youth reach their full potential in becoming productive, responsible, caring citizens.
Research shows that this investment must begin even before birth so that young children have healthy beginnings. The later years are also important because youth need safe places to go and caring adults to help guide them.
2007-08 Impact Area Goals:
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Increase the number of children entering school ready to succeed. |
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Increase the number of parents who have the skills and support they need to help their family prosper |
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Increase the number of youth participating in quality programs outside of school. |
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Increase the number of mentoring relationships between youth and nurturing adults. |
United Way supports early childhood development through Born Learning, a School Readiness Initiative that encourages Treasure Valley parents to prepare their children for success in school, work and life through active involvement in their child’s earliest learning experiences. |