Can Corporate Social Responsibility Bridge the Gaps of Our Polarized Society?
Corporate Social Responsibility is key to bringing people and progress together, and employee engagement can play a crucial role. By Livi Kerszenbaum, Senior Director, Corporate Social Responsibility A Polarized World […]
From Financial Insecurity to Cybersecurity Expert: Workforce Development Program Helps Local Resident Secure Full-Time Job and Double Salary
How Orange County United Way’s UpSkill OC workforce development program helped Jay, an OC resident, gain financial stability. In October 2021, Jay was stuck working a part-time Information Technology (IT) […]
Local Community Plays Critical Role in Orange County Nonprofit Serving 726,960 Residents
The OC community is working to support student success, help families gain financial security, and ensure our homeless neighbors find a place to call home. The Orange County community is […]
The Hidden Needs of Vulnerable Families in South Orange County
When it comes to South Orange County, the images that come to mind are often expensive restaurants and beautiful beaches. And while affluent areas certainly exist, there are thousands of […]
Emergency Rental Assistance Aids Injured Single Father During Pandemic
For the past 15 years, Benjamin lived a life many of us can relate to. He worked in sales, got married, became a father to his now 13-year-old son, and […]
Exploring Guaranteed Income to Create Financial Security for Orange County’s Most Vulnerable Families
You may be familiar with the saying, “It’s expensive to be poor.” Meaning that when a family or individual falls below the poverty line, expenses accumulate and it becomes increasingly […]
Spirit of Giving: Volunteers Make Holidays Brighter for SparkPoint OC Families
Orange County volunteers helped assemble and distribute holiday food baskets and gifts to over 400 SparkPoint OC families in need. ‘Tis the season for counting blessings and spreading holiday cheer, […]
Navigating and Reimagining Workforce Development in the New Normal
Assisting today’s jobseekers and supporting our most vulnerable families in OC in order to help create a thriving economy for all. The past 24 months have taken a toll on […]
Orange County Youth Recognized for Outstanding Philanthropic Achievements
Orange County United Way is proud to nominate Sofi Majidi, 15 years old, for the Orange County National Philanthropic Day’s Outstanding Youth award. As president of the Canyon High School […]
Your Gift to the Pandemic Relief Fund in Action
Learn about the impact of your gift to the Pandemic Relief Fund. Check out numbers at-a-glance and more details. We are so grateful to all of you who donated to the fund!
