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Learn about homelessness in Orange County and how you can play a key role in solving this issue in our community. Homelessness 101 classes are an opportunity to learn the […]
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Learn about homelessness in Orange County and how you can play a key role in solving this issue in our community. Homelessness 101 classes are an opportunity to learn the […]
A thought-provoking event featuring progress updates and trends toward ending homelessness in our community. This thought-provoking event features key community leaders reporting on the progress made over the past year […]
Join us at The Lost Bean Coffee in Irvine for a space to connect, create, and organize to end homelessness in OC. Coffee is on us! You're Invited! Community Meet-Ups are a space where housing and homelessness advocates, as well as those new to the conversation, can come together to connect, create, and organize real […]
Join us at Community United Methodist Church in Huntington Beach for a space to connect, create, and organize to end homelessness in OC. Community Meet-Ups are spaces where housing and homelessness advocates—along with those new to the conversation—can come together to connect, create, and organize real solutions to our community’s homelessness crisis. While the coffee […]
Orange County United Way invites you to a virtual conversation exploring the transformative power of financial literacy–and its role in building generational resilience. A panel of respected business leaders from Orange County will be discussing strategies for overcoming systemic barriers, highlighting the importance of early financial education for youth, and discussing how cultivating financial confidence […]
Join us as we celebrate the Corporate Social Responsibility Champions of Orange County! Our Rally for Change event is a blend of both recognition and celebration of the past year’s achievements, where we present awards to companies and individuals who make outstanding contributions to improve lives and break barriers in our community. Cheer on our […]
Orange County United Way's Gala Presented by the Alexis de Tocqueville Society Gala Chairs, Charles and Dawn Antis, invite you to an evening that celebrates the stories shaping Orange County. This Gala is an opportunity to gather, to share, and to honor the stories that connect us. Charles and Dawn are proud to welcome you […]
Orange County United Way invites you to a virtual conversation discussing housing insecurity in Orange County, what's at stake and how we can help! Housing insecurity affects thousands of residents across Orange County, where an estimated 7,300 people experience homelessness on any given night and nearly 1 in 3 households struggle to afford rent or […]
Make Connections, Create Impact, and Celebrate the Season! Connect with Orange County’s top corporate leaders and explore how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can strengthen your company culture while creating lasting change in our community at this FREE event. What to Expect: Exclusive Access: Enjoy the private Auto Club Gallery, showcasing exciting archives and the historical […]
Join fellow residents to raise awareness and inspire action for lasting housing solutions in Orange County. Update (November 13, 2025): Due to weather, we have rescheduled this event to a new date, Saturday, December 13, 2025. The Person in Front of You is more than a campaign—it’s a call to action. This county-wide effort unites voices […]
Don’t miss this chance to connect, inspire change, and take meaningful steps toward building a stronger, more resilient community. Join us to: Learn about our county-wide movement: UNITED4OC 2030 Understand the biggest challenges facing our community Take action to build brighter futures Connect over lunch with local community leaders And so much more! Together, we […]
Join our community’s leading philanthropists and prominent changemakers for one of the most impactful mornings in Orange County. Engage in an immersive, hands-on experience that puts you face-to-face with the realities local families living under the poverty line navigate every day. And don’t miss the compelling keynote from Stephanie Land, bestselling author of "Maid: Hard […]
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