United Way of San Luis Obispo County

06/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Transitions-Mental Health Association (TMHA) on receiving a $1,500 grant from the United Way of SLO County Youth Board!

The grant will help expand TMHA's high school program which provides mental health education, peer support training, and su***de prevention resources to more than 1,400 students each year throughout San Luis Obispo County.

By equipping young people with the tools to recognize mental health challenges, support their peers, and access local resources, TMHA is helping reduce stigma, build resilience, and create healthier school communities.

We're honored to support this vital investment in youth mental health and well-being. 💙

06/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to The Child Development Resource Center on receiving a $1,500 grant from the United Way of SLO County Youth Board!

This funding will help the CDRC expand classroom support for at-risk children, providing one-on-one classroom rehabilitation services for young children who have experienced trauma, homelessness, family instability, and other significant challenges.

By placing trained specialists directly in the classroom, the CDRC helps children build emotional regulation, communication, and social skills while creating a more supportive learning environment for all students.

We're proud to support this important work helping children enter kindergarten with the confidence and foundation they need to succeed. 💙

06/09/2026

🔥 Wildfire season is here. Are you prepared?

Join the San Luis Obispo Fire Department for a free Wildfire Preparedness Day on Saturday, June 13, from 10 AM–3 PM at the City Corporation Yard (25 Prado Road).

Learn practical steps to protect your home, family, and neighborhood through presentations and information booths covering:

• Home hardening & defensible space
• Emergency preparedness & evacuation planning
• Community resilience
• Vegetation management
• Traditional ecological knowledge & fire stewardship

Meet local experts, explore wildfire preparedness resources, and learn about programs like Firewise USA, free home wildfire assessments, and AlertSLO.

📍 City Corporation Yard, 25 Prado Road
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Free and open to the public. No registration required.

05/20/2026

We're excited to announce the return of Stuff the Bus this summer! From August 7-9, we invite everyone to join us in supporting local students by donating new school supplies. This community-wide event helps ensure that every child in SLO County can head into the school year ready to learn. Let's work together to make a difference!

https://conta.cc/4dj4sWA

We can all help local students head into the school year prepared and confident by donating new school supplies for kids in need throughout SLO County. Simply drop off supplies at participating locations across the county or volunteer to help make this community-wide event a success. Every backpack,...

04/21/2026

🔥 Fire season is approaching—and with it, the possibility of planned power outages to help prevent wildfires.

🏠 These are called Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS), used as a last resort to protect communities during high-risk conditions.

📞 Be prepared. Call 211 to get tips and resources to help you get ready for a PSPS event.
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A medida que se acerca la temporada de incendios, es posible que las empresas de servicios públicos deban cortar el suministro eléctrico como último recurso para garantizar la seguridad pública cuando existe un mayor riesgo de incendios forestales. Esto se conoce como corte de energía por motivos de seguridad pública o PSPS. Llame al 211 para saber cómo prepararse para un evento de PSPS.

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04/02/2026

🚒 Come hang with your local firefighters!

United Way of SLO County will be there too, along with lots of other agencies and organizations!

Cambria Fire Department Open House
May 9th, 10AM–2PM
2850 Burton Drive

Watch a live vehicle extrication demo at noon, learn emergency prep tips for your family, and enjoy food & drinks made by the firefighters themselves. 🔥

Parking at Community Presbyterian Church on Yorkshire Dr.

More info 👉 cambriacsd.org

Participating Agencies:


California Department of Fish and Wildlife
California Highway Patrol (CHP)
California State Parks
Cambria Community Healthcare District
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Fire Safe Focus Group
Greenspace
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
San Luis Obispo County Animal Services
San Luis Obispo County Office of Emergency Services (OES)
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office
SoCalGas
United Way of SLO County

03/25/2026

When there’s increased wildfire risk 🔥, utility companies may need to turn off power 🔌 as a last resort to ensure public safety. This is known as a Public Safety Power Shutoff, or PSPS. 211 PSPS Care Coordination connects utility customers with access and functional needs such as a disability, limited transportation, or other conditions for assistance who reside 🏠 in high fire-risk areas 🌳 to valuable resources before, during, and after a PSPS. Call 211 to see if you are eligible.

Cuando existe un mayor riesgo de incendios forestales, es posible que las empresas de servicios públicos deban cortar el suministro eléctrico como último recurso para garantizar la seguridad pública. Esto se conoce como corte de energía por motivos de seguridad pública o PSPS. 211 PSPS Care Coordination conecta a los clientes de servicios públicos con necesidades funcionales y de acceso, como discapacidades, transporte limitado u otras condiciones de asistencia que residen en áreas de alto riesgo de incendio, con recursos valiosos antes, durante y después de un PSPS. Llame al 211 para ver si es elegible.

#211

03/05/2026

🍕 Pizza for a Purpose! 🍕

Support local youth leaders while enjoying a slice (or two)!

On March 9th from 12–9 PM, grab lunch, dinner, or takeout at Woodstock’s Pizza SLO and help support the United Way Youth Board.

✨ Up to 20% of proceeds from your order will go toward youth-led projects that make a positive impact for kids and teens across San Luis Obispo County.

How to participate:
• Mention the Youth Board fundraiser when ordering in person
• Order online and use code: YOUTHBOARD

Bring friends, bring family, and help fuel the next generation of community leaders.

📍 Woodstock’s Pizza – 1000 Higuera, SLO
🗓 March 9, 2 PM – 9 PM

Learn more about Youth Board and the projects they support:
https://unitedwayslo.org/youth-board/

03/01/2026

⭐ Got a youth-focused project?

Each year, the Youth Board awards $1,500 grants to local projects that positively impact young people (up to age 19) in San Luis Obispo County.

Applications are reviewed by our team of local high school students passionate about philanthropy and leadership.

Ready to make a difference? ✨

👉 Apply at www.unitedwayslo.org/youth-board
Youth Board Grant applications due March 19, 2026!

📆 Grant Timeline

February 19, 2026
Grant applications open

March 19, 2026
Grant applications deadline

April 14, 2026
Grants approved

May 13, 2026
Awards given to recipients

September 30, 2026
Projects completed and all funds spent

02/12/2026

Today is National 211 Day!

211 works because of the incredible partnerships that support San Luis Obispo County residents in times of need. We’re grateful for the agencies who help make this vital service possible.

So far this year, partners include:

JCC-Federation of SLO
First Presbyterian Church, San Luis Obispo
Transitions - Mental Health Association
SLO Food Bank
El Camino Homeless Organization
Meals That Connect - Senior Nutrition Program
Co of SLO Office of Emergency Services - OES
Access Support Network
Ride-On Transportation

Thank you for the essential services you provide to everyone who calls or texts 211. Together, we’re connecting our community to help. 💙

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