In the spirit of gratitude and appreciation, we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on our October 2023 Corporate Community Champion, AT&T. With a heartfelt commitment to making a positive impact, AT&T has gone above and beyond in their efforts to support communities in need. Here are some remarkable highlights of AT&T’s contributions:

1. Extensive Disaster Relief Support: AT&T employees nationwide have demonstrated their generosity by donating over $250,000 to assist those affected by disasters. From aiding the citizens of Ukraine to supporting the recovery of communities like Uvalde and Buffalo, and standing by the survivors of Hurricanes Fiona and Ian, AT&T’s commitment to disaster relief is truly commendable.

2. Local Philanthropy: Here in the California Capital Region, AT&T employees have made a significant impact by donating nearly $10,000 to local nonprofits. Their contributions have helped these organizations thrive and continue their invaluable work in our community.

3. Corporate Disaster Relief Program: AT&T’s Corporate Disaster Relief Program plays a pivotal role in supporting nonprofit partners and communities in the aftermath of disasters. By offering assistance throughout the recovery process, AT&T has distributed a substantial $1.6 million to communities in need in 2022.

4. Bridging the Digital Divide: AT&T recognizes the importance of connectivity and is actively working to connect underserved communities with the technology and internet they need to thrive. Their “Connected Learning” program empowers community centers across the nation to provide free internet access, educational tools, tutoring, and mentorship to communities in need.

5. A Dedicated Partner: We at United Way California Capital Region are incredibly fortunate to collaborate closely with AT&T’s Director of External Affairs, Alice Perez. Her unwavering dedication to ending poverty in our region is truly inspiring. Since July 2021, Alice has served as a Board Trustee for our Capital Region Foundation, actively contributing to our shared mission of creating positive change.

AT&T’s commitment to philanthropy, disaster relief, and bridging the digital divide is a shining example of corporate responsibility and community support. We extend our heartfelt thanks to AT&T and its employees for their exceptional dedication to making the world a better place. Together, we can continue to create a brighter future for all. Thank you, AT&T!

Let’s celebrate our September 2023 Corporate Community Champion: Wells Fargo! Their commitment to our mission to end poverty spans decades, with over $7 million donated by their employees to vital nonprofit work in our region.

Wells Fargo isn’t just about writing checks – they love to see our community events flourish and have sponsored various initiatives, including our unforgettable 100th Anniversary Gala.

In 2019, Wells Fargo received the prestigious Live United Award from United Way Worldwide for their remarkable achievements. They’ve run the largest employee giving campaign in the country for ten consecutive years, and their $5 million grant launched the United Way’s Job United Fund, focusing on early child education, job training, and family health.

Wells Fargo, your commitment to making the world a better place inspires us all!

Congratulations, Bank of Marin, for being named our August 2023 Corporate Community Champion!

In 2022, their employee giving campaign raised over $22,000, benefiting not only organizations in the Sacramento region but also reaching across Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Sonoma Counties. Their active sponsorship of local events, such as our 100th Anniversary Gala and the Sacramento Business Journals Annual Awards, showcases their commitment to supporting the community. Moreover, their annual donation of at least 1% of their pre-tax profit to help the communities they serve exemplifies their dedication to corporate social responsibility. Their recognition as a “Top Corporate Philanthropist in the Bay Area” by the San Francisco Business Times since 2003 is a testament to their long-standing and impactful contributions.

Thank you, Bank of Marin, for your continuous efforts in making a positive difference inspire and set a remarkable example for businesses in fostering a better future for all!

Congratulations, Napa Auto Parts, on being named our July 2023 Corporate Community Champion! Their 25-year partnership with us truly demonstrates their commitment to making a difference for local families. With employee donations of over $137,000 to local nonprofit agencies, coupled with the corporate office’s matching funds of $57,000, they have made a significant impact in helping to end poverty in the region. Not to mention their Fresh Start program launched in 2020 allowing customers to round up their purchases and donate online to support their local United Way. Their dedication to giving back is truly inspiring.

Congratulations to our June 2023 Corporate Community Champion, Rippey, who has donated over $63,000 to help end poverty for families in the California Capital Region!

Rippey’s leadership team also maximizes their employees’ donations by themselves donating an additional $25,000.

Rippey strives to fulfill its parent company, Illinois Tool Works, goal of “Listen More, Learn More and Do More,” continuing to expand their investment and engagement in organizations, programs and partnerships that improve access to a high-quality education and to meaningful long-term employment opportunities for marginalized communities.

As part of their “Do More” Agenda, ITW and Rippey are committed to fostering economic opportunity for all and expanding their commercial relationships with minority-owned businesses. 

Thank you, Rippey, for your commitment to creating stronger, healthier, more compassionate communities in the region!

We are thrilled to announce our May 2023 Corporate Community Champion, Deloitte, who has raised more than $2 million during their employee giving campaign for our community!

Deloitte has been a sponsor countless times of our Women United Luncheon and most recently our VIP Reception Silver sponsor at our 100-Year Anniversary Gala.

Julie Quinn, who is now retired from Deloitte, is a past chair of our Board of Directors and has been a long time committed board member and advocate.

We are currently looking forward to John Petrovich, Sacramento Managing Principal, joining our Board of Directors in the summer.

Deloitte has chosen United Way California Capital Region as the beneficiary of their golf tournament for multiple years now and has donated thousands of dollars for this event. They were also our Cornerstone Award winner in 2019, which goes to an outstanding company who has gone above and beyond for our organization. In addition, they donated many in-kind hours to an initial assessment of merging with United Way Woodland, and participate in many volunteer activities and were supportive in our Day of Caring in the past.

Thank you, Deloitte, for being an excellent example of what it means to come together and build stronger, healthier, more compassionate communities!

We are thrilled to announce our April 2023 Corporate Community Champion, J.P. Morgan Chase, who has been a proud partner of United Way California Capital Region for over 25 years!

In those 25 years, their employees have raised over $247,000 for local organizations, and they support their employee giving by contributing over $220,000 in matching gifts.

J.P. Morgan Chase is committed to helping communities nationwide through community development, helping to close the racial wealth gap, teaching life skills, and improving diversity, equity, and inclusion.

For the last 10 years, they have been a proud sponsor of our annual Women’s United Luncheon. September Hargrove, the Northern CA Director for Community Banking, Community & Business Development at J.P. Morgan Chase, is a Women United member and community activist. She has also been a speaker at the Women United Luncheon and will be speaking at our 100^th Anniversary Gala!

Thank you, J.P. Morgan Chase, for your continued support to help end poverty for families in the California Capital Region!

Congratulations to our March 2023 Corporate Community Champion, Elk Grove Unified School District, who has raised a total of $1,322,020 in employee giving campaigns with us in the past 20 years!

Their generosity is astounding, and last year alone they raised over $18,000 & awarded 180 scholarships totaling over $280,000 to Elk Grove area students.

Thank you, Elk Grove Unified School District, for your continued support of local families in the Capital Region!

Congratulations to our February 2023 Corporate Community Champion, the Sacramento Kings! The Sacramento Kings have run their employee giving campaign with United Way California Capital Region for 10 years now, raising more than $10,000 last year alone through their employee giving campaign.

The Sacramento Kings Foundation is supporting our 100^th Anniversary Gala at the Silver sponsorship level to join us in raising $3 million to help 10,000 kids excel in school by 2025.

The Sacramento Kings truly care about our community, whether its donating tickets to events for local nonprofits to attend, renovating various basketball courts throughout the region, or partnering with Raley’s to build ROOT Gardens, which connects young adults, families, and nonprofits to locally sourced produce.

Thank you, Sacramento Kings, for your tremendous support to help end poverty for families in the California Capital Region!