How One Woman Tripled Her Income with UpSkill OC

Orange County United Way’s UpSkill OC program helped Sher and her family gain financial independence with a pathway to sustainable employment.
Newly Unveiled ‘Home Sweet Home’ Mural Brings Awareness to OC’s Homelessness

It’s art with a message. During a special ceremony on August 31, we proudly unveiled our first United to End Homelessness mural in Costa Mesa. More than 170 community members […]
Let’s Give 30 Orange County Homeless Households a Home by August 30, 2019

Want to help end homelessness in Orange County? We need your help! Let’s work together to give 30 Orange County homeless households a home by August 30, 2019. Donate now […]
Reading to Kids to Promote Lifelong Learning Success

Orange County United Way’s Early Literacy Initiative encourages parents to play an active, ongoing role in their children’s literacy. Parents are building routines at home and reading to kids at […]
OC Free Tax Prep Breaks Records and Helps More People Than Ever Save for a Better Future

Orange County United Way’s OC Free Tax Prep served a record-breaking number of individuals and families throughout Orange County this year – helping more people than ever keep more of […]
Orange County United Way’s Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast Raises More Than Half a Million for Women and Children with Erin Andrews as Keynote Speaker

More than 900 community leaders registered to attend Orange County United Way’s Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast on May 16 at Hotel Irvine with celebrity guest Erin Andrews. Celebrating its 16th anniversary, […]
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 […]
L.A. Chargers and Orange County United Way Team Up to Show Children Active and Healthy Lifestyles

As part of its growing partnership with the Los Angeles Chargers, Orange County United Way paired up with the football team to treat more than 180 local students to 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 […]
From rock bottom to success: Mother achieves financial stability through SparkPoint OC

It’s the little things that make Lauren happy. Coming home. Having a checking and savings account. Spending time with her kids. While it sounds like everyday actions to most people, […]