We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to live their best life, get an education, and be healthy and financially stable.
Our mission is to mobilize the caring power of communities to improve health, education, and financial results for low-income children and families. In partnership with California’s local United ways, we advance opportunities for low-income Californians by implementing community impact programs and advocating for policies that help them move up.
1 in 3 California households struggle to afford a decent standard of living. We’re here to change that.
We work to break the cycle of poverty and build a better future for all Californians by strengthening:
Education
Outcomes
to start California youth on a path to a bright future.
Financial Empowerment
to help struggling families move up.
Health
Equity
to enable all Californians to live their best lives.
Over 3.7 million households in California struggle financially, roughly 240% more than reflected in federal poverty statistics.
How Much it Costs to Struggle:
The Real Cost Measure in California 2023
A United Ways of California study that examines what it actually costs to live in California by measuring the cost of housing, healthcare, child care, transportation, and other basic needs.
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Saving communities much-needed cash
“Paid tax preparers cost hundreds of dollars that most of our clients simply don’t have. Community members are so grateful we are there to provide the free tax preparation service.”
– Debby, a free tax prep volunteer in Sacramento County