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Expansion of Our Direct Investment Program with City of Sacramento
Guaranteed basic income program grows from 100 to 180 families
The Sacramento City Council approved an allocation of funding to expand United Way’s Direct Investment Program on June 21, allowing us to grow the number of families the program serves from 100 to 180.
Costco Supports in Bulk
June 2022 Corporate Community Champion
Costco and their 11 local warehouses and distribution centers have been an important pillar of the community and supporter of United Way in the last 12 years, raising over $1.8 million in support of the California Capital Region!
Costco continues to give back to local schools through their Backpack Program, which has provided over seven million backpacks to students across the world since 1997.
Free Tax Prep Program Helps Households Claim $9.6mil
In 2022, United Way volunteers helped 5,000+ individuals with free tax preparation saving over $1 million in tax preparation fees! More than $9.6 million in credits have already been claimed across the Sacramento region.
Leading the Way
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
United Way believes that a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is fundamental to reducing poverty, educational and economic disparities; and that this local United Way has a critical role to play in and throughout the Capital Region. UWCCR believes that partnerships and collaborations are key to our efforts.
Give Back and Build Employee Morale
Workplace Giving Campaigns
71% of employees say it’s important to work somewhere that is supportive of giving and volunteering. Engaged employees are happier and more productive.
Through Workplace Giving Campaigns, you can bring together local time and local dollars to create local change.
With our help, you can create opportunities for your staff to get connected with their favorite causes and give back to the community. Your company won’t just be doing good work, but also enhancing teamwork and relationships.
