THEOCWAY

Transforming 2-1-1 from a helpline to a lifeline.

You Can Help Open the Door.

Orange County is full of opportunity, yet too many families are just one unexpected expense, missed paycheck, or family emergency away from crisis. Rising housing costs and financial pressures are making it harder for people to get ahead. Through The OC Way Campaign, we’re transforming 2-1-1, the front door to social services in Orange County, from a helpline to a lifeline by building a connected network of nonprofits and agencies that helps people find and access the support they need. Together, we’re helping more families achieve stability, build a stronger future, and thrive.

“The challenges facing our community are too complex for any one organization to solve alone. The OC Way is about coming together to ensure every person and family has the support, opportunity, and hope they need to build a brighter future.”

Sue Parks

President & CEO, Orange County United Way

Did you know?

1 in 3

residents struggle to make ends meet

Here's what some 211OC helpline calls sound like...

The proof isn’t in numbers alone. It’s in the voice of people finding stability, dignity, and hope.

Testimonials

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We are almost there.

The Orange County community has already invested $14.2 million in The OC Way to transform 2-1-1OC from a helpline to a lifeline. Now, we need your help to raise the final $4.2 million by the end of the year. Your gift will help ensure that when a neighbor faces a crisis, they have somewhere to turn and someone ready to help them find a way forward. Together, we can make sure no one has to face life’s challenges alone.

Every Digit Counts.

Turning a helpline into a lifeline.

When a neighbor falls, we reach back. That is The OC Way.

2-1-1OC is more than a resource. It connects people to help, powers a growing network of organizations working together to serve our community, and reflects the impact we can make when we come together. Every donation, no matter the size, becomes a hand reaching out to someone in need. Join us in building an Orange County where
no one is left behind.

The Arms Around Orange County Start With Yours

More ways to help

Looking to get involved? We are always looking for advocates to help us spread the word. Reach out to our team to request a campaign toolkit and discover other ways to support your neighbors.

Thank you for being the
arms around Orange County

Today, we celebrate the supporters and changemakers whose generosity and leadership are helping bring The OC Way to life and fueling a transformational moment for Orange County.

Anonymous

Sun Family Foundation

Nancy H. Handel Foundation

Samueli Foundation

Lawrence R. and Sandra C. Armstrong

Nandakumar and Mrudula Cheruvatath

Eaton Aerospace

The Gochnauer Family Foundation

Kenneth and JoAnn Lickel

Lyons-Smith Family Foundation

Pacific Life Foundation

Tom Rogers and Sally Anderson

Steve and Kimberly Roush

Anonymous

Jeff Burch and Becky Burch

Steve and Cinda Churm

Disneyland Resort

Ducommun Incorporated

Warren Felson and Lucy Sun

Golden Eagle Foundation

GSF Foundation

Michele D. Johnson

Lalitha Varanasi Foundation

Sarah and Randy Lake

Michael and Debi Lucki

Niagara

Peter and Gail Ochs

Kevin O’Grady and Nella Webster O-Grady

Ernest and Donna Schroeder

Will and Cary Singleton

Tsao Family Foundation

84VIKINGS4GOOD

Anonymous

Shirin Behzadi and Perzan K. Irani

Pam and Rod Emery

Mark, Laurie, Alicia and Amanda Henigan

Lisa and Doug Holte

Mike Johnson

KPMG LLP

Lisa and Mark Locklear

David Collins

Ingram Micro

Jeff and Valerie Roos

The SVL Foundation

Graham and Annie McCray Tingler

John and Kirsten Valenta

Casper Yen

The OC Way: Corporate Honor Roll

We are deeply grateful to the following visionary organizations whose commitment and investment fuel our capacity to turn a helpline into a lifeline.

Anonymous

Sun Family Foundation

Nancy H. Handel Foundation

Samueli Foundation

Lawrence R. and Sandra C. Armstrong

Nandakumar and Mrudula Cheruvatath

Eaton Aerospace

The Gochnauer Family Foundation

Kenneth and JoAnn Lickel

Lyons-Smith Family Foundation

Pacific Life Foundation

Tom Rogers and Sally Anderson

Steve and Kimberly Roush

Anonymous

Jeff Burch and Becky Burch

Steve and Cinda Churm

Disneyland Resort

Ducommun Incorporated

Warren Felson and Lucy Sun

Golden Eagle Foundation

GSF Foundation

Michele D. Johnson

Lalitha Varanasi Foundation

Sarah and Randy Lake

Michael and Debi Lucki

Niagara

Peter and Gail Ochs

Kevin O’Grady and Nella Webster O-Grady

Ernest and Donna Schroeder

Will and Cary Singleton

Tsao Family Foundation

84VIKINGS4GOOD

Anonymous

Shirin Behzadi and Perzan K. Irani

Pam and Rod Emery

Mark, Laurie, Alicia and Amanda Henigan

Lisa and Doug Holte

Mike Johnson

KPMG LLP

Lisa and Mark Locklear

David Collins

Ingram Micro

Jeff and Valerie Roos

The SVL Foundation

Graham and Annie McCray Tingler

John and Kirsten Valenta

Casper Yen

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