With the stroke of President Lyndon Johnson’s pen, America’s “war on poverty” was launched 50 years ago today. Currently, in our community, more than 300,000 of our neighbors live below the federal poverty line. Read how we can help end the war on poverty in this piece by our President and CEO, Max Gardner.
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Improving lives in Orange County with measurable long-term solutions
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The roadmap to a stronger Orange County community
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Caring for our community since 1924
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Ensuring Orange County students graduate prepared for college, career and beyond.
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Turn 211OC from Helpline to Lifeline
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Volunteer with OC Free Tax Prep and help low-income individuals and families save on
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Help local students graduate prepared for success.
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Members with extraordinary dedication to social responsibility and commitment to creating a stronger community.
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Local women creating lasting local change.
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Where camaraderie fuels philanthropy.
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Donate a vehicle – a good way to drive change in Orange County
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OC Community Resilience Fund
Supporting Orange County Families Impacted by the Garden Grove Chemical Plant Evacuation
The OC Way Campaign
Transforming 211OC from a helpline into a lifeline
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School Supply Drive – Help Local Students Succeed by Donating School Supply Kits
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