Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian American, Pacific Islander and People of Color from low-wealth households are among the most vulnerable to poor economic, educational and health outcomes. While some believe these differences are based on individual effort, attitude or skills, the reality is barriers in our society – public policies and private practices – have led to deep and predictable disparities, leaving people behind. These disparities are the result of long-standing racism, oppression, discrimination, and inequities, sometimes purposely built into our housing, food, education, employment, and criminal justice systems, going back 400 years. As a result, Minnesota continues to face one of the worst opportunity gaps in the nation for People of Color.
We at Greater Twin Cities United Way vehemently oppose all forms of racism and discrimination, and work diligently to unite changemakers, advocate for social good and develop solutions to address the challenges no one can solve alone through five key offerings: information and crisis services (United Way’s 211 Resource Helpline; 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline); nonprofit partnerships; advocacy to influence equitable public policies and funding; innovation; and business partnerships. Please join us in transforming the Greater Twin Cities into a community where all people thrive – regardless of income, race, or place.
