Orange County United Way Helps Encourage a Love for Reading for Elementary School Students
The importance of reading for elementary school students is a critical bridge to success in school, work and life. “Are there any books we can read?” “Can I have a […]
OC Businesses Do More To Prepare Students for College and Career!
Orange County United Way’s Youth Career Connections program provided more than 120 high school students with an inside look at exciting career paths right here in Orange County at three top local […]
Eaton’s Impact: Transforming Lives of OC Children and Families
Just like one of their own high-powered hydraulic pumps, Eaton Aerospace took off full speed in partnership with Orange County United Way to address some of the most critical needs […]
Orange County United Way Celebrates SparkPoint OC Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Washington Elementary
By the “numbers,” Orange County is prospering. But the facts of poverty and financial instability paint a very different picture. Many families are walking a financial tightrope, and young children […]
Summer of Success: 2018 Youth Career Connections Summer Internship Program
A group of Orange County high schoolers turned summer into the season of success. Through a one-of-a-kind program, these students got an insider’s view of some of Orange County’s leading […]
Why Grade-Level Reading Matters More than You Think
We all know that a quality education begins with reading. In fact, kids who read proficiently by third grade are more likely to graduate high school. Yet, only 36% of […]
Only the Beginning: Jessie’s Journey to College Success
For Jessie, nothing could hold her back from achieving her dreams of going to college. Jessie’s sights were set on getting into college from an early age, but the cards […]
Making Career Connections at the Happiest Place on Earth
Through Orange County United Way’s Youth Career Connections program, a group of 50 students from Anaheim High School recently had the magical opportunity to learn about different career paths at […]
Inspiring Orange County’s Future Healthcare Professionals
Education is the cornerstone to success. Orange County United Way is committed to making sure every child in our county has access to the quality education they deserve. The goal […]
Endologix Inspires Interest in STEM Careers for Young Learners
A unique partnership between Endologix, the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD) and Orange County United Way gave students a hands-on opportunity to learn about science, technology, engineering and math […]
