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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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Our journey to 100 years of purpose
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Turn 211OC from Helpline to Lifeline
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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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Donate today to improve lives and build stronger communities in Orange County
Orange County is full of opportunity, yet too many families are just one unexpected expense, missed paycheck, or family emergency away from crisis. Rising housing costs and financial pressures are making it harder for people to get ahead. Through The OC Way, we’re bringing people and organizations together so that when someone needs help, they can find it. Together, we’re helping more families work toward stability, build a stronger future, and thrive.
“The challenges facing our community are too complex for any one organization to solve alone. The OC Way is about coming together to ensure every person and family has the support, opportunity, and hope they need to build a brighter future.”
President & CEO, Orange County United Way
Did you know?
residents struggle to make ends meet
The proof isn’t in numbers alone. It’s in the voice of people finding stability, dignity, and hope.
South Orange County senior who can longer afford her rent.
Young mother of a special-needs baby. Her husband is employed full-time, but his salary isn’t enough to support their family in Orange County.
“If I can’t get help with childcare, I won’t be able to take this new job.”
A Veteran seeking to enter the civilian workforce.
Mom looking for urgent help getting her unhoused adult child into a safe place.
“Without Orange County United Way, I would still be sleeping in my car right now.”
Veteran and housing program beneficiary
“Before calling 2-1-1, I spent hours getting passed from place to place.”
Single mother of two living in car after life event
Every Digit Counts.
When a neighbor falls, we reach back. That is The OC Way.
211 is more than a resource, it is proof of our community’s impact. Every donation, no matter the size, becomes a hand reaching out to someone in need. Join us in building an Orange County where no one is left behind.
Please make checks payable to Orange County United Way and add “The OC Way” in the memo line, if possible.
Checks can be mailed to:
18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614, attention to Philanthropy.
To learn more about giving options or make a gift of securities, please contact:
Mike Olson at MikeO@UnitedWayOC.org
Looking to get involved? We are always looking for advocates to help us spread the word. Reach out to our team to request a campaign toolkit and discover other ways to support your neighbors.
Today, we celebrate the supporters and changemakers whose generosity and leadership are helping bring The OC Way to life and fueling a transformational moment for Orange County.
Anonymous
Sun Family Foundation
Nancy H. Handel Foundation
Samueli Foundation
Lawrence R. and Sandra C. Armstrong
Nandakumar and Mrudula Cheruvatath
Eaton Aerospace
The Gochnauer Family Foundation
Kenneth and JoAnn Lickel
Lyons-Smith Family Foundation
Pacific Life Foundation
Tom Rogers and Sally Anderson
Steve and Kimberly Roush
Anonymous
Jeff Burch and Becky Burch
Steve and Cinda Churm
Disneyland Resort
Ducommun Incorporated
Warren Felson and Lucy Sun
Golden Eagle Foundation
GSF Foundation
Michele D. Johnson
Lalitha Varanasi Foundation
Sarah and Randy Lake
Michael and Debi Lucki
Niagara
Peter and Gail Ochs
Kevin O’Grady and Nella Webster O-Grady
Ernest and Donna Schroeder
Will and Cary Singleton
Tsao Family Foundation
84VIKINGS4GOOD
Anonymous
Shirin Behzadi and Perzan K. Irani
Pam and Rod Emery
Mark, Laurie, Alicia and Amanda Henigan
Lisa and Doug Holte
Mike Johnson
KPMG LLP
Lisa and Mark Locklear
David Collins
Ingram Micro
Jeff and Valerie Roos
The SVL Foundation
Graham and Annie McCray Tingler
John and Kirsten Valenta
Casper Yen
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Partner with Orange County United Way and align your business with a local nonprofit committed to creating a brighter future and transforming lives right here in our community. Together, we can bring corporate social responsibility to life.
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