Communities United, Inc. is excited to host our 9th Annual Gala ~ Pages of Possibility ~ on October 19th. Your presence and support will directly fund initiatives that feed hungry minds and bodies, ensuring our families have access to nutritious food and educational resources.
The last comprehensive study on literacy conducted by CUI revealed that 75% of our families reported having fewer than 10 books in their home. Furthermore, food insecurity is a common challenge for many CUI families; an estimated 21.1% of households in Massachusetts with children are facing food insecurity.
Hunger can negatively impact literacy rates, concentration, memory, and motor skills. Food-insecure children may also have lower math and reading scores, more absences and tardiness, and be less likely to graduate from high school. Children’s food security and literacy are interconnected as adequate nutrition is essential for cognitive development and learning. Addressing both issues is crucial for ensuring that children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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This year’s Gala will be hosted at the Lexington Depot by Emmy Award-winning executive producer and TV and radio personality Jenny Johnson. Special guest Ed Harding, award-winning local journalist from News Center 5, will also be joining us. Prepare to be inspired by our spotlight authors, enjoy an exquisite culinary experience brought to you by local restaurants, and participate in our live and silent auctions. Your presence and support will directly fund initiatives that feed hungry minds and bodies, ensuring our families have access to nutritious food and educational resources.
For more information, please visit https://www.communitiesunitedinc.org/2023-annual-gala
To buy tickets, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pages-of-possibility-9th-annual-gala-to-benefit-communities-united-inc-tickets-951137175897
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About Communities United, Inc.
Communities United, Inc. is a Head Start funded non-profit who serves a diverse group of children, ages 4 months to 5 years. We aim to ensure the success of the child, empower the family, and strengthen the community through providing high quality education and family services to those in need. We operate from four different Creative Start Childcare Centers: Lexington Creative Start, Newton-Watertown Creative Start, Waltham Creative Start, and Woburn Creative Start.
