United Way Of Yuma County Inc

Ja biztown combines in-class learning with a day-long visit to a simulated town. This popular program allows elementary school students to operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks, and vote for mayor. The program helps students connect the dots between what they learn in school and the real world. Ja biztown is helping yuma county students break the cycle of poverty in their families.

United way of yuma county gives local individuals the tools needed to break the cycle of poverty. We believe that all children, young adults, and families deserve the chance to succceed, regardless of zip code or income. With partners countywide- school districts and businesses, the public sector and nonprofits, philanthropy and social service-uwyc collaborates on the best ways to support youth success and family stability by identifying what's working and building on proven practices supported by data and our partners' expertise.