“I felt lucky to have the opportunity to volunteer at Benjamin Franklin High School, an absolutely incredible school. With help from United Way of Central Maryland, they provide services to students in need, including day care for teen parents (giving them a better chance at graduating), a food pantry, health clinic and an incredible team of supportive staff members. This school truly cares for and loves its students. However, it was unfortunate to learn thatnot many schools provide services like Benjamin Franklin does. Out of all teen parents in the United States only about three percent of them will graduate high school. If more schools could offer support, that percentage rate could increase drastically.”

“I am so thankful for the opportunities I had this week to get a firsthand look at community issues in central Maryland and learn about the important services that United Way helps provide. I am very much looking forward to continuing to volunteer when I return home to Michigan working with the United Way of Southeastern Michigan and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Detroit. Thank you United Way and the Break A Difference crew for such an amazing week.”

Thank YOU, students for giving back during your spring break!