United Way Monterey County

09/02/2026

Stay connected. Stay prepared. Look out for your neighbors.

Emergency alerts help keep our community informed when important updates matter most. Sign up to receive real-time emergency and safety information directly to your phone.

📲 Sign up today at alertmontereycounty.org.

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Manténgase conectado. Manténgase preparado. Cuidemos de nuestros vecinos.

Las alertas de emergencia ayudan a mantener informada a nuestra comunidad cuando las actualizaciones son más importantes. Regístrese para recibir información de emergencia y seguridad en tiempo real directamente en su teléfono.

📲 Regístrese hoy en alertmontereycounty.org.

08/28/2026

Our very own Kalyssa King will be representing United Way! Please stop by and learn about our programs!

DÍA DEL TRABAJADOR AGRÍCOLA

📅 Domingo 30 de agosto

🎉 EVENTO GRATIS! 🎉

Ven a celebrar y reconocer el esfuerzo, dedicación y trabajo de todos nuestros trabajadores del campo.

Los esperamos para celebrar juntos!

08/28/2026

Making a difference starts with showing up. VITA volunteers help Monterey County residents access free tax preparation while gaining valuable skills and giving back to their community.

Hear Su’s story, then make your own impact. Volunteer with VITA.

www.unitedwaymcca.org/vita-volunteer

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Para marcar la diferencia, lo primero es participar. Los voluntarios de VITA ayudan a los residentes del condado de Monterey a acceder a un servicio gratuito de preparación de declaraciones de impuestos, al tiempo que adquieren habilidades valiosas y contribuyen a su comunidad.

Escucha la historia de Su y luego deja tu propia huella. Hazte voluntario de VITA.

www.unitedwaymcca.org/vita-volunteer

08/28/2026

211 helplines connect millions of Californians each year to housing, food, child care, and other services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. California United Ways operate or significantly fund most 211 providers in counties across the state. 211CA.org

08/27/2026

STARTING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD!

Join us Thursday evenings for practical workshops designed to help you build skills and confidence around your finances, homeownership, and small business.

1st Thursday
Personal Finance Workshop hosted by United Way Monterey County

2nd Thursday
Homebuying Workshop hosted by Bay Federal Credit Union

3rd Thursday
Personal Finance Workshop hosted by United Way Monterey County

4th Thursday
Small Business Workshop hosted by Small Business Development Center

Cost: Free
No RSVP Needed
Current workshops will be provided in English only

08/26/2026

Everyone deserves access to trusted, free tax preparation services. Our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program helps eligible individuals and families file with confidence while keeping more of what they've earned.

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Todo el mundo merece tener acceso a servicios de ayuda para la declaración de la renta fiables y gratuitos. Nuestro programa de Asistencia Voluntaria para la Declaración de la Renta ayuda a las personas y familias que cumplen los requisitos a presentar su declaración con confianza, permitiéndoles quedarse con una mayor parte de lo que han ganado.

08/25/2026

Small moments can make a lasting impact.

Our Preschool Service Corps members help young children build early learning skills, confidence, and connections that can shape their future. Hear from Rocio about her experience and discover how you can make a difference in the lives of local children.

Build skills. Build connections. Build brighter futures. Join the Preschool Service Corps.

www.unitedwaymcca.org/americorps-psc

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Los pequeños momentos pueden tener un impacto duradero.

Los miembros de nuestro Cuerpo de Servicio Preescolar ayudan a los niños pequeños a desarrollar habilidades de aprendizaje temprano, confianza y vínculos que pueden marcar su futuro. Escucha a Rocío hablar sobre su experiencia y descubre cómo puedes marcar la diferencia en las vidas de los niños de nuestra comunidad.

Desarrolla habilidades. Crea vínculos. Construye un futuro mejor. Únete al Cuerpo de Servicio Preescolar.

www.unitedwaymcca.org/americorps-psc

08/22/2026

Marcar la diferencia puede ser una experiencia gratificante.

Escucha a Elsa, una antigua voluntaria de VITA, hablar sobre lo que más le gustó de su experiencia como voluntaria y el impacto que pudo tener en su comunidad. Esta temporada de declaración de la renta, tú también puedes marcar la diferencia ayudando a los residentes del condado de Monterey a acceder a un servicio gratuito de preparación de la declaración de la renta.

Dedica tu tiempo. Fortalece tu comunidad. Hazte voluntario de VITA.

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Making a difference can be a rewarding experience.

Hear from Elsa, a past VITA volunteer, about what she enjoyed most about volunteering and the impact she was able to make in her community. This tax season, you can make a difference too by helping Monterey County residents access free tax preparation.

Share your time. Strengthen your community. Volunteer with VITA.

08/21/2026

It takes a community to make an impact.

Thank you to the incredible volunteers who supported United Way Monterey County during the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®. From scanning tickets and assisting guests to selling merchandise and Charity Drawing tickets, your time and energy helped make this event a success.

Because of your support, we can continue connecting people, partners, and pathways to improve lives across Monterey County. Thank you for showing up, lending a hand, and helping move our mission forward.

08/20/2026

We’re excited to announce Doug M. as the lucky winner of the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus in the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® Charity Drawing!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s drawing and helped support United Way Monterey County. Your generosity helps us connect people, partners, and pathways to create meaningful opportunities and strengthen our community.

Congratulations, Doug M., and thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s drawing a success!