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Building an equitable CA where every individual has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive by advancing community resiliency, health, youth opportunity, and financial security for Californians with low incomes.

10/29/2026

It takes a team of volunteers to provide VITA free tax prep services. Volunteer with us next tax season! Text VOLUNTEER to 211-211 to get started.

10/29/2026

Se necesita un equipo de personas voluntarias para ofrecer los servicios gratuitos de preparación de impuestos de VITA.

¡Únase como persona voluntaria la próxima temporada de impuestos! Envíe la palabra VOLUNTEER por mensaje de texto al 211-211 para comenzar.

10/28/2026

Wendy arrived in Napa in February 2026 with her family, seeking greater opportunity and stability. Shortly after arriving, she attended a SparkPoint Napa financial education presentation at a local Family Resource Center. Encouraged by the practical information and welcoming environment, Wendy enrolled in SparkPoint’s one-on-one financial coaching services.

Wendy learned how to track expenses, create a family budget, establish savings goals, and develop a long-term financial plan. She also opened her first bank account and applied for her first credit card, important milestones in building a strong financial foundation in the United States. The coaching experience extended beyond Wendy herself. She brought the lessons home and engaged her entire family in creating shared financial goals and savings strategies. Through improved budgeting, intentional saving, and consistent financial planning, Wendy and her family achieved one of their biggest goals: purchasing and moving into a home of their own.

Wendy’s story demonstrates how financial education, banking access, and personalized coaching can help families build stability, confidence, and long-term financial security.

10/27/2026

United Ways of California works in partnership with California’s local United Ways to implement community impact programs and advocate for policies that ensure every Californian has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. We are building a more equitable California by strengthening:
🤝 Community Resiliency
💵 Financial Security
🩺 Healthy Communities
📚 Youth Opportunity

10/26/2026

Curtis was a new retiree that was looking to do something out of his comfort zone. The feedback from clients keep him coming back year after year.

Join Curtis and become a VITA volunteer. Text VOLUNTEER to 211-211 to get started.

10/26/2026

Curtis acababa de jubilarse y buscaba hacer algo fuera de su zona de confort. Los comentarios de los clientes lo motivan a regresar año tras año.

Únase a Curtis y participe como voluntario del programa VITA. Envíe la palabra VOLUNTEER por mensaje de texto al 211-211 para comenzar.

10/25/2026

Jeneses’ story demonstrates the transformative impact of United Way of the Greater Capital Region’s Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program, which supports current and former foster youth pursuing higher education through monthly guaranteed income and a strong support network.

A first-generation college student and sociology major, Jeneses is working toward her dream of becoming a special education teacher. Her path to higher education has included significant personal and financial challenges, making her progress toward graduation especially meaningful.

The Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program provided Jeneses with the financial stability needed to focus on school rather than constantly worrying about meeting basic needs. She explained, “Getting the guaranteed income has changed my life. It made me more positive and gave me a better outlook on life.” Just as important as the financial support has been the sense of belonging and encouragement she gained through the program. “I didn’t really have anybody believing in me before. Now I have people reaching out, and people I can call on if I need to,” she said.

Jeneses’ success illustrates the broader impact of the Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program: when foster youth have financial stability, mentorship, and a community that believes in them, they are more likely to persist in college, pursue meaningful careers, and give back to others.

10/23/2026

Meet Ducien. First-generation college student, Eaton Fire survivor, and advocate. Ducien's story is one of many unhoused students trying to make ends meet.

“Across Los Angeles, there are students and families carrying stories we may never see: students traveling across the city just to make it to class, facing housing insecurity, working multiple jobs, caring for family, managing health challenges, or recovering from loss. Families are still rebuilding after disaster. Neighbors are still searching for stability. Communities are still healing."

10/22/2026

We’re strengthening our state’s foundations for a more sustainable and secure future by helping Californians and their communities prepare for, prevent, and respond to challenges. Here’s an example of just some of our impact in 2025.

10/20/2026

United Way of Santa Barbara County provides financial budgeting and services to households under case management with its partners, encouraging smart banking practices.

Through its free tax preparation program, United Way of Santa Barbara County partners with local banks to offer accessible solutions for opening or funding a bank account with their annual tax refund, an essential step toward long-term financial security.

Address

1107 Fair Oaks Avenue
South Pasadena, CA
91030

Website

http://www.unitedwaysca.org/

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