Intro to Housing Advocacy
Learn the basics of housing advocacy and how you can help move affordable housing solutions forward in Orange County. Housing affordability is one of Orange County’s most urgent challenges, and […]
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Learn the basics of housing advocacy and how you can help move affordable housing solutions forward in Orange County. Housing affordability is one of Orange County’s most urgent challenges, and […]
Own or manage rental property in OC? Join a WelcomeHomeOC webinar to learn how to fill vacancies fast with guaranteed rent and support. Own or manage rental properties in Orange […]
Explore homelessness in Orange County, break down common myths, and learn how you can help move solutions forward. Homelessness remains a complex and urgent issue both locally and nationwide. Together, we can support solutions that strengthen housing stability in Orange County and help ensure everyone has a safe place to call home. Through our Homelessness […]
Learn the basics of housing advocacy and how you can help move affordable housing solutions forward in Orange County. Housing affordability is one of Orange County’s most urgent challenges, and community voices like yours can help move lasting solutions forward. In this Intro to Housing Advocacy session, you’ll learn the basics of housing advocacy and […]
For young adults facing housing instability, the path forward can look different. Explore what helps create a stronger foundation. Young adulthood is a time when many people are taking important steps toward independence, from continuing their education and entering the workforce to finding housing and building financial security. For transitional-aged youth at risk of or […]
Join us as we walk through each of Orange County’s 34 cities, one at a time. UNITED4OC 2030 is Orange County United Way’s bold, countywide movement to create 4 million moments of impact by 2030. Join us as we walk through each of Orange County’s 34 cities, one at a time. Along the way, you’ll […]
Explore homelessness in Orange County, break down common myths, and learn how you can help move solutions forward. Homelessness remains a complex and urgent issue both locally and nationwide. Together, we can support solutions that strengthen housing stability in Orange County and help ensure everyone has a safe place to call home. Through our Homelessness […]
Explore what California Propositions 1 and 37 could mean for housing affordability, with perspectives from Orange County United Way leaders. Housing affordability affects far more than where someone lives. It can shape a family’s financial stability, increase the risk of homelessness, and increase the need for essential community services. With two housing-related measures on California’s […]
Join Women United for a special morning of reading with elementary kids to help make reading a joyful part of their day. Spend a morning inspiring young readers, nurturing imagination and helping children see the possibilities that books can unlock while showing them that their dreams are worth dreaming. Reading opens doors, builds confidence and […]
Strengthen your organization’s role in response and recovery efforts during disasters or crises through the OC Community Resilience Network. Strong Businesses Don't Just Respond to Crisis. They Prepare for It. Join Orange County business leaders at the next OC Community Resilience Network convening, where we'll explore how organizations can strengthen employee communications, coordinate with trusted […]
Orange County United Way invites you to a virtual conversation discussing homelessness in Orange County. Conversations about homelessness often focus on statistics, policies, and systems. Yet some of the most powerful catalysts for change are the voices and lived experiences of the people closest to the issue. Join us as our panelists bring together their […]
Explore homelessness in Orange County, break down common myths, and learn how you can help move solutions forward. Homelessness remains a complex and urgent issue both locally and nationwide. Together, we can support solutions that strengthen housing stability in Orange County and help ensure everyone has a safe place to call home. Through our Homelessness […]
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