Stuff the Bus
August is usually the month when parents make their way down the back-to-school list, including new clothes and shoes, notebooks and backpacks. However, local school officials say far too many […]
I’m Gisel and I’m Going Places
With only weeks left until my sophomore year in college, I can’t help but to reflect on how much my life has completely transformed in only 4 years. My name […]
Pivot Points Examine Barriers and Strategies Focused on Top Local Issues
Last month, Orange County published the 2016 Community Indicators Report gauging the health and wellbeing of the residents in our community. The report was released during an Orange County […]
TutorMate Helps Local First Grade Students Improve Their Reading Comprehension
Imagine every week, you could give back to your community by helping a child improve their reading skills, all from the comfort of your desk. In this age of […]
Creating Bold Social Change Takes a Community United
Orange County’s FACE 2024 Report, a Community Snapshot T-Minus 9 Years In 2014, United Way moved from business as usual to a major evolution. We shifted as an organization primarily […]
Support Early Literacy with just $15: #BOOKS4OCKIDS
The season of giving is upon us. We give to our spouses. Our children. Our pets. Our parents. Our siblings. Our friends. Our coworkers. Our neighbors. We give to those […]
Destination Graduation Helping To Create Brighter Futures
Meet Camille, a recent graduate from a local high school who is on her way to making a great impact in the community. Camille’s journey has not been without its […]
Annual Day of Action Encourages LIVE UNITED Champions to Give Back
Recently, LIVE UNITED ambassadors gathered together for a Day of Action in our community. As part of the day geared toward giving back, two volunteer activities were held to create […]
Corporate Partner and Community Leader Western Digital Raises Record Contributions to Help Those in Need, Targets STEM
Western Digital, one of the leading developers of storage solutions in the industry, is not only our Exemplary Community Leader because they raised record contributions to support United Way—but because […]
Keeping up with Felipe, SAGE Scholar Alumni 2012-2013
A SAGE Scholar who worked closely with United Way from 2012-2013, Felipe has since graduated and is on the path to self-sufficiency and success. Last time we spoke to Felipe, […]