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August 21, 2010
FOSTER SIBLINGS SPEND WEEKEND TOGETHER AT CAMP CONNECT
By ELENA CRISTIANO - For the North County Times |
SAN DIEGO (August 21, 2010) Of the 4,300 foster children residing in San Diego County, nearly one in five can only see their siblings occasionally.
"It's really hard to be apart," said 11-year-old foster child Miriam,
who only sees her sisters Ruth, 14, and Stephanie, 10, once or twice a
month. "When I feel upset or sad I want to be with Ruth, because with
her I can express myself." read more>>
August 18, 2010
San Diego County’s “Home Again” Announces “Project 25, Home Again’s Frequent User Initiative” for Chronically Homeless
SAN DIEGO (August 18, 2010) Home Again, United Way of San Diego County’s public engagement campaign to end chronic homelessness in San Diego County, has announced the launch of “Project 25, Home Again’s Frequent User Initiative.” The initiative is the first of its kind in the county, involving multiple partnerships. read more>>>
August 6, 2010
Better Dads, Better Kids:
Growing Great Dads: United Way Announces Funding to Empower Fathers
San Diego, CA (August 6, 2010) — United Way of San Diego County announced funding for a new program to empower fathers, Better Dads, Better Kids. Four local agencies will receive funding to serve low-income Latino fathers, those involved with Child Welfare Services, those who are currently in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility, and fathers in the military. Funded agencies include Healthy Start Military Family Cluster, a program of SAY San Diego; North County Lifeline; Vista Community Clinic; and YMCA of San Diego County. read more>>>
May 8, 2010
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS STAMP OUT HUNGER ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE
United Way coordinates local efforts to collect donations for food drive
For the 18th year in a row, San Diego letter carriers will collect food donations from homes throughout San Diego for their annual “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive on Saturday, May 8, organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and co-sponsored by United Way Worldwide and its local United Ways and the AFL-CIO.
Letter carriers across the country will collect nonperishable food items left by customers along their routes. Donations can also be dropped off at local post offices.
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April 22, 2010
UNITED WAY & KIDS KORPS USA PLAN SAN DIEGO'S FIRST CAUSE-RELATED FLASH MOB
SAN DIEGO, CA – On Sunday, April 25, our city gets a unique opportunity to witness its first cause-related flash mob at Servapalooza, 2010 – San Diego’s second annual festival and service-thon in honor of Global Youth Service Day, the largest one-day global volunteer event (www.servapalooza.net).
The flash mob is designed to promote United Way’s “Home Again” initiative to bring permanent solutions to San Diego’s chronic homelessness problem. Kids Korps USA and Excel Youth Zone, hosts of this year’s festival, have joined hands with United Way to support this important cause.
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April 11, 2010
COURT TESTIMONY PUTS PREDATORS AWAY
SAN DIEGO (Sunday, April 11, 2010) Thank you for publishing another in your series of “A Call to Action” editorials on April 2 about the Kids and Teens in Court program (“A child in court / Program eases stress in obtaining vital testimony”).
For the past two years, United Way has dedicated donor dollars to this critical and innovative program, which helps ease the anxiety of testifying in court for children and their parents or caregivers. As a result, more abused children are comfortable testifying and disclosing information critical for trial.
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April 2, 2010
a child in court program eases stress in obtaining vital testimONY
SAN DIEGO (Friday, April 2, 2010 at 12:05 a.m.) There is much that might surprise the public when a child testifies in court. For example, sometimes there is Dory, a golden retriever that children often lead into the courtroom on a leash and is the epitome of calm as she sleeps at their feet while they testify. Dory puts the kids at ease, too.
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December 15, 2009
United Way’s Plan to End Chronic Homelessness (PTECH) Reports Progress; Launches Public Awareness Campaign
SAN DIEGO (Dec. l0, 2009): Who says you can’t go home again? You can, says United Way of San Diego County’s PTECH, or, Plan to End Chronic Homelessness.
Today, PTECH Commissioner Brian Maienschein announced the initial results of the program’s first grant funding and unveiled “Home Again,” PTECH’s public awareness campaign.
September 21, 2009
MORE THAN A MILLION MARKS THE START OF UNITED WAY/CHAD CAMPAIGN
United Way of San Diego County’s workplace donors continue to step up campaign contributions in a year that finds many San Diego companies and individuals challenged to make ends meet. “That’s what this campaign and United Way are all about,” said United Way President & CEO Doug Sawyer. “Together, we can accomplish more than any single group can on its own.”
September 11, 2009
ARTISTS HOST BENEFIT SHOW FOR SAN DIEGO YOUTH
The fourth annual Fruit of the Soul fundraiser is Sept. 19, 2009. This year's event - which will feature local artists, musicians and designers as well as food and cocktails from 30 of San Diego's best restaurants - will benefit The Monarch School, A Reason To Survive (ARTS) and the Olivewood Garden and Learning Center. We want you to help us support San Diego's youth by promoting this amazing event!
August 31, 2009
Don't wait to nominate a SportsKid of the Year!
United Way of America recognizes the importance of sports in a child’s development—on and off the field of play. That’s why a new partnership with Sports Illustrated Kids (SI KIDS) will recognize and celebrate young people who exemplify superior sportsmanship, academic excellence, and civic engagement.
August 5, 2009
UNITED WAY ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010
San Diego, CA (August 3, 2009) — To assist United Way of San Diego County’s strategic efforts in the community, seven local businessmen and businesswomen have joined the Board of Directors.
July 30, 2009
UNITED WAY FUNDING RESPONDS TO THE RISING DEMAND FOR BASIC NEEDS
San Diego, CA (July 30, 2009) — In response to our community’s overwhelming need for basic services, including food and shelter, United Way of San Diego County has made a funding opportunity available on a one-time basis to address this increased demand.
July 9, 2009
UNITED WAY FUNDS FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMS FOR DISADVANTAGED YOUTH
San Diego, CA (July 9, 2009) — How do you handle the basics of money management when you don’t speak the language? How do you apply for a job without a home address? Money issues are challenging at any age, let alone as a teenager who’s homeless or a newcomer to this country.
June 25, 2009
San Diego’s Largest Business Clothing Drive Benefits Local Men and Women in Job Training Programs
Drop-off your business clothing at any Mission Federal Credit Union Branch or Time Warner Cable location July 1-31, 2009
May 14, 2009
UNITED WAY PILOT PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE PERMANENT HOUSING & SERVICES FOR MORE THAN 500 CHRONICALLY HOMELESS
Nearly $800,000 in Funding Marks United Way’s Progress on the 10-Year Plan
San Diego, CA (May 14, 2009) — An estimated 1,400 chronically homeless individuals live on San Diego County streets. Nearly all of them need permanent housing as well as the necessary support services to ensure they stay off the streets. Thanks to United Way funding, they’re a step closer to that success story.
April 9, 2009
United Way Announces Advocacy-Focused Women’s Philanthropy Initiative
SAN DIEGO – April 9, 2009 – United Way’s newly established Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) has taken to heart the national call to action. Leading the charge is WLC Chair Kathleen Sellick, CEO and President of Rady’s Children’s Hospital. With a steering committee of 20 businesswomen...
March 4, 2009
City of San Diego To Receive $6M In Homeless Funding
Read the latest from 10news.com on President Barack Obama's economic stimulus plan to help homeless San Diegans.
February 11, 2009
Advocates for Homeless Discuss Possible Solutions to Growing Problem
Listen to Maureen Cavanaugh's interview with United Way of San Diego County's Brian Maienschein, Commissioner of the Plan to End Chronic Homelessness.
Visionary Awards
LEAD Graduate of the Year presented to Doug Sawyer, president and CEO of United Way of San Diego County.
February 2, 2009
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED NONPROFIT EXPERT
TO VISIT SAN DIEGO AND ASSIST LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
February 2, 2009 – Their mission is to transform the way nonprofits are managed and led so that they have a more powerful impact on society. This Thursday, La Piana Associates, Inc. will arrive in San Diego to address organizational sustainability in this tough economic climate.
January 23, 2009
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY TO HELP LOCALS CLAIM MILLIONS
IN AVAILABLE TAX CREDITS
SAN DIEGO – Jan. 23, 2009 – As many San Diegans continue to cope with a struggling economy, the United Way of San Diego County and the San Diego County Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition (EITC) are teaming up to help low-income residents receive much-needed money through federal tax credits they may not have known existed.
January 14, 2009
BRIAN MAIENSCHEIN IS NAMED COMMISSIONER, PLAN TO END CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS
SAN DIEGO — Jan. 14, 2009 — Almost 1,400 individuals living on the streets of San Diego County are considered chronically homeless and are absorbing nearly 50 percent of the region’s homeless resources.
To help these individuals move from the streets to permanent housing, former San Diego City Council member Brian Maienschein is signing on as commissioner of United Way of San Diego County’s Plan to End Chronic Homelessness.
January 10, 2009
Your Fire Donations at Work
After the 2007 wildfires, United Way provided $75,000 of funding to Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) to help families get back on their feet. The funding covered expenses to support volunteer clean up, repair and rebuilding including the cost of shelter, food, administration and coordination of the project, volunteer transportation as well as maintenance and fuel for MDS vehicles. It also covered the cost of tools and equipment to make the work effective.
December 23, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION
SAN DIEGO – Dec. 23, 2008 – United Way of San Diego County is nationally recognized for its work in protecting children from abuse and neglect.
December 18, 2008
Initiative Will Assist Struggling Charities
Two of San Diego County's best-known nonprofits are teaming up to support struggling charities through the recession, and they plan to ask the region's top donors to contribute up to $5 million for the effort.
By Jeff MacDonald, The San Diego Union-Tribune
December 17, 2008
THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION AND UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY ANNOUNCE RESPONSE TO ECONOMIC RECESSION
The economic recession is felt by everyone, including the thousands of nonprofits that provide vital services to keep our San Diego communities strong. Despite a challenging time of decreased contributions and increased demand for services, the region’s nonprofit organizations remain committed to providing the highest level of programs. The new Nonprofit Economic Recovery Initiative announced today by The San Diego Foundation and United Way of San Diego County will help them succeed.
December 11, 2008
Agencies Honored in 2008 Salute to Excellence
United Way recently sponsored Non Profit Management Solutions’ 2008 Salute to Excellence awards, honoring San Diego leaders across the nonprofit sector for their community service. Honorable Mentions were awarded to executives from United Way-funded agencies including 2-1-1, Center for Community Solutions, and South Bay Community Services. For more information about the honorees, click the link below.
http://www.npsolutions.org/salute/2008/STEWinners08.asp
November 21, 2008
It's a united way to salute charity's top donors
SAN DIEGO — Nov. 21, 2008 — The Tocqueville Society of San Diego entertained members and guests Thursday night at the Rancho Pacifica home of Joyce and Craig Grosvenor.
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November 19, 2008
United Way Keeps Good Pace
Read what bizSanDiego has to say about United Way of San Diego County's 2008 - 2009 Campaign.
UNITED WAY/CHAD CAMPAIGN UP IN SPITE OF DOWN ECONOMY
SAN DIEGO — Nov. 17, 2008 — Making sure funds continue to be distributed to those in need, despite the challenging climate, United Way of San Diego County is announcing a 35 percent increase in this year’s “Pacesetter” campaign, bringing the total to $756,562.
High schools in S.D. add crash course in finances
October 16, 2008 - High school students learn quickly that their futures hinge on a long list of numbers, from their SAT scores to their GPA.
But many of them are clueless when it comes to the one score that could make or break their chances of getting a college loan, a car and even a job: their credit rating.
November 18, 2008
UNITED WAYS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SET UP FIRE FUND TO HELP COMMUNITIES WITH LONG TERM RECOVERY EFFORTS
LOS ANGELES, November 17, 2008 – United Way of Greater Los Angeles along with regional United Way organizations have set up the Southern California Fire Fund to help the victims of the recent devastating wildfires.
October 22, 2008
Ready for a disaster or emergency?
San Diego residents and businesses can register their cell phone numbers and email addresses with AlertSanDiego to receive disaster and emergency alerts. Visit the website to learn more information or to sign up.
http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/oes/ready/signup.html
October 14, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY HELPS LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OBTAIN MILLIONS IN EARNED-INCOME TAX CREDITS
End of 2008 Tax Season Reports 30 Percent Increase in Earned-Income Tax Credit Dollars
SAN DIEGO — Oct. 11, 2008 — United Way of San Diego County and the San Diego Countywide Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition close the 2008 tax season with more than $7.2 million in earned-income tax credit funds returned to low-income residents struggling to hold on to their dollars.
October 6, 2008
Boosting San Diego's Nonprofits
Doug Sawyer, the president and chief executive officer of United Way, has said it is not enough to bring in more money; we must ensure that those resources are used strategically.
United Way of San Diego County Distributes More Than $1 Million To Help Wildfire Victims
SAN DIEGO – Sept. 25, 2008 – Nearly one year after wildfires ravaged parts of San Diego County, organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Salvation Army — working with funds from the United Way of San Diego County — will be building and purchasing new homes to rebuild hope for deserving families.
October 3, 2008
United Way and SANDAPP recognized by National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome
The Period of PURPLE Crying® (POPC) program was introduced to the United Way of San Diego County vision council on Stopping Child Abuse and Neglect in 2007.
September 26, 2008
Homeless Center Adding Days
DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO – Homeless people line the sidewalks around 16th Street and Island Avenue day and night, idle. They have their meager possessions with them, but little hope that their fortunes will improve.
“San Diego is so expensive,” said Kenny Brown, 52. “There are no jobs. It's hard to pull up out of the rat hole.”
Yet this week their bleak outlook brightened a bit when they learned that the nearby Neil Good Day Center would reopen on weekends.
September 22, 2008
United Way and Combined Health Agencies celebrate 2008-2009 campaign kickoff
Nearly 300 attended the United Way/CHAD campaign kickoff celebration on Sept. 9 at the San Diego Hall of Champions. The evening started with good news: Last year’s campaign raised $21.8 million—$200,000 more than the previous year, including an 18 percent increase in gifts made directly to United Way. It was the first time since 2002 that United Way exceeded its fundraising goal.
September 11, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY LAUNCHES 2008-2009 CAMPAIGN
SAN DIEGO — Sept. 9, 2008 — United Way of San Diego County’s donors have increased their donations, despite rising unemployment rates and a slowing economy, showing support for the Community Impact model and building momentum for the 2008-2009 United Way/CHAD campaign set to kick off today
September 4, 2008
CAMP CONNECT BRINGS SEPARATED SIBLINGS TOGETHER
County Health and Human Services Agency, United Way of San Diego County and Child Abuse Prevention Foundation Provide Foster Youth a Weekend of Family Connections
Sharing birthday cake. Family vacations. Even something as simple as fighting over who gets to watch television. These are all things most siblings take for granted. But for some youth in foster care their reality doesn’t include these things – at least not with their brothers or sisters.
August 19, 2008
CNN article shows the importance of educating people on shaken baby syndrome
The following article on CNN.com illustrates why the United Way of San Diego County is working to educate infant caregivers about the Period of PURPLE Crying and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
http://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/08/15/shaken.baby/index.html
August 11, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY HELPS LOCAL AGENCY
MORE ACCURATELY ESTIMATE HOMELESS POPULATION
Regional Task Force on the Homeless Receives $50,000 in United Way Funding
SAN DIEGO – Aug. 11, 2008 – It is known as America’s Finest City for its miles of beaches, ideal climate, and nearby mountains and deserts, but San Diego has a serious issue draining community resources, such as law enforcement and healthcare — chronic homelessness.
August 6, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY RANCHO BERNARDO BUSINESS LEADER AS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
SAN DIEGO – Aug. 6, 2008 – She is a human resources director, an active member of her church and various charities, and she finds time to play golf and attend the theater – all while helping to solve community-wide problems through her work with United Way.
August 6, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY HONORS TWO COMMUNITY LEADERS FOR DEDICATED SERVICE
SAN DIEGO – Aug. 6, 2008 – United Way of San Diego County is recognizing two business leaders for their outstanding creative leadership in the health and human service field and dedication to solving community-wide problems to help improve the lives of individuals and families throughout the region.
July 25, 2008
San Diego Rescue Mission seeks donations after fire heavily damages distribution center
The San Diego Rescue Mission is seeking contributions of furniture, household goods and money following recent fire that heavily damaged its donation warehouse and destroyed 90 percent of its inventory/material donations.
June 16, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY HELPS THE WORKING POOR
SAVE FOR FINANCIAL ASSETS
SAN DIEGO – June 16, 2008 – The American Dream could soon come true for low-income families struggling to make ends meet.
United Way of San Diego County is investing $100,000 in the San Diego Housing Commission and $65,000 in the International Rescue Committee to support programs for individual development accounts – matched savings accounts that enable low-income families and individuals to save money and build financial assets, such as a house – to help the working poor become financially self-sufficient and obtain assets. Individual development accounts can be matched by the government or private companies.
June 10, 2008
The Tocqueville Society of san diego county salutes the mulvaneys
On April 16, 2008 The Tocqueville Soceity of San Diego County held a celebration honoring Ruth and Jim Mulvaney, the founders of the Tocqueville Society. Check out what the San Diego Union Tribune's Burl Stiff had to say about our event...
June 9, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY HELPS EASE THE PAIN
FOR ABUSED AND NEGLECTED CHILDREN IN THE REGION ON ITS ‘DAY OF ACTION’
Organization to Collect and Distribute 10,000 Stuffed Toys for Abused and Neglected Children
SAN DIEGO – June 9, 2008 – Being taken out of one’s home can be terrifying for a child – even if the child’s parents are abusive – and a teddy bear or stuffed animal can provide much-needed comfort and security.
May 16, 2008
Washington Post Article on State of Common Good Announcement by United Way of America
The United Way of America, alarmed at the nation's fraying safety net, will announce today that it will direct its giving toward ambitious 10-year goals that would cut in half the high school dropout rate and the number of working families struggling financially.
The nonprofit organization also wants to increase by one-third the number of youths and adults considered healthy. The announcement comes as it releases a report detailing a precipitous decline in key education, personal finance and health indicators.
May 2, 2008
UNITED WAY FUNDS AGENCIES TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR THOSE STRUGGLING WITH MONEY
SAN DIEGO – April 30, 2008 – Across San Diego County thousands of individuals and families find themselves in deep financial trouble because they never learned the basic skills of handling money — like saving, budgeting, managing credit and handling their taxes.
United Way of San Diego County is helping many of these people avoid more serious financial problems — including bankruptcy — by funding financial education training that will teach them everything from how to open a checking account and paying bills on time, to avoiding credit card overspending and saving for retirement.
United Way announced it will fund six local agencies through its Community Impact focus area, Promoting Financial Stability and Independence, to conduct financial education classes for various populations across the region that struggle to properly handle money.
April 21, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY FUNDS PROGRAM TO STOP SHAKEN-BABY SYNDROME
SAN DIEGO — April 21, 2008 — Inconsolable crying and the frustration it elicits for some parents is the primary reason infants are shaken, and teaching caretakers how to handle this frustration through a new educational program — called the Period of PURPLE Crying® — can reduce the rate of shaken baby syndrome.
April 3, 2008
UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY FUNDS SAFECARE
TO HELP STOP CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT
SAN DIEGO — April 3, 2008 — United Way of San Diego County is funding the implementation of SafeCare, an in-home visitation program to provide parent training to families, to help reduce the high rate of child abuse and neglect in the region.
March 17, 2008
United Way of San Diego County Announces Plans for Initial Wildfire Funds Distribution
SAN DIEGO — March 13, 2008 — United Way of San Diego County is distributing $287,390 from the United Way of San Diego County 2007 Fire Fund to meet the immediate needs of wildfire victims.
“At the forefront of the wildfires, our donors were asking how they could help victims and the communities affected,” said Doug Sawyer, president and CEO of United Way of San Diego County. “San Diegans are showing how powerful they can be when working together to benefit the community, and this initial distribution is a part of the recovery and rebuilding process.”
United Way of San Diego County Named Among San Diego's Best Places to Work
SAN DIEGO – March 14, 2008 – United Way of San Diego County, recognized for its comprehensive employee training program and its strong organizational culture, is one of San Diego’s Best Places to Work in 2008, as selected by The San Diego Business Journal.
February 22, 2008
United Way Leaders Discuss Progress in Changing Lives
SAN DIEGO – January 31, 2008 – United Way of San Diego County is making excellent progress in addressing child abuse and neglect, chronic homelessness and financial stability, United Way leaders said in an interview aired on SignOn Radio.
Four representatives of United Way were interviewed on SignOn Radio’s U-T in the Community show Tuesday and gave updates on how United Way is working to improve lives through its three focus areas, as well as helping raise and distribute money for local and regional United Way wildfire recovery funds.
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January 11, 2008
Millions in EITC Tax Credits Available for San Diego County Residents
List of tax preparation sites available at http://www.uwsd.org/our-focus/earned-income-tax-credit-eitc/eitc-locations-by-region
SAN DIEGO – January 11, 2008 – With tax season underway, United Way of San Diego County and the San Diego County Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition are helping low-income residents qualify for millions of dollars in federal tax credits.
Last year, the coalition helped county residents obtain more than $5.6 million in EITC refunds by offering free tax-preparation services. Beginning Jan. 15, the coalition will operate 88 tax-preparation sites throughout the county. A full list of the sites is available at http://www.uwsd.org/our-focus/earned-income-tax-credit-eitc/eitc-locations-by-region.
December 28, 2007
United Way of San Diego County Receives $1 Million Pledge from Solar Turbines' United Way/CHAD Campaign
SAN DIEGO — Dec. 3, 2007 — The employees of Solar Turbines are showing how powerful San Diegans can be when they work together for the greater good, according to United Way of San Diego County’s Campaign Chair, Mark Leslie.
United Way, County of San Diego Say Partnership Will Promote Financial Stability and Independence
SAN DIEGO - Nov. 15, 2007 – Officials of United Way of San Diego County and the county of San Diego Tuesday, Nov. 13 said a community partnership they are leading has developed a financial measurement tool that will help residents gain economic self-sufficiency and stability.
November 9, 2007
Caterpillar Foundation Donates $300,000 for California Wildfire Relief
SAN DIEGO – November 9, 2007 – To provide assistance to the relief efforts associated with the California wildfires, the Caterpillar Foundation is making an initial gift of $300,000 to be split between two organizations. The United Way of Southern California Wildfires Recovery Fund will receive $100,000 and the Salvation Army's California Wildfire Relief Fund will receive $200,000.
November 1, 2007
California Bank & Trust Donates $150,000 to San Diego Wildfire Relief Efforts
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -. California Bank & Trust announced today that it is donating $100,000 to the United Way of San Diego County and an additional $50,000 for local relief efforts to help victims of the San Diego wildfires. The bank also will be accepting donations to the United Way at all of its branch offices statewide.
October 25, 2007
United Ways Join Together to Respond to Southern California Wildfires
United Ways in Southern California are responding to the devastating wildfires in two key ways: ensuring the strength of the 2-1-1 phone number for people who need help and launching the regional United Way Southern California Wildfires Recovery Fund.
October 9, 2007
United Way of San Diego County Funds North County Emergency Winter Shelters
As part of its focus on eliminating homelessness in the region, United Way of San Diego County will make a one-time contribution of up to $70,000 to fund winter shelters in North San Diego County this year.
September 20, 2007
The New United Way of San Diego County 2007-2008 Campaign is Underway
United Way of San Diego County is launching the 2007-2008 United Way/CHAD campaign with the proven and effective Community Impact model, and donors are already showing positive support.
September 12, 2007
The New United Way of San Diego County Launches 2007-2008 Campaign
United Way of San Diego County will launch the 2007-2008 United Way/CHAD campaign at a public celebration Sept. 18.
June 23, 2007
Winter shelter will open after all
Hundreds of homeless people will not have to sleep in the cold in San Diego this winter after all.
Jun 22, 2007
United Way of San Diego County Funds Winter Homeless Shelter
San Diego's homeless will have a roof over their heads this winter, thanks in part to United Way of San Diego County's decision to provide funds to help keep an emergency winter homeless shelter open.
Jun 13, 2007
United Way will distribute millions
Nearly a year into its reorganization, the United Way of San Diego County has lined up some high-profile volunteers to help define goals and objectives and to distribute millions of dollars in donations.
Jun 13, 2007
United Way of San Diego County Announces Plans to Implement Bold Shift Toward New 'Community Impact' Model
United Way of San Diego County is making a bold and dynamic shift to a new Community Impact business model to significantly improve the lives of individuals and families in the region.
August 7, 2006
United Way revises way funding is disbursed
The United Way has been synonymous with charitable giving for decades, the first and last words in American philanthropy. Its early model of soliciting pledges direct from the workplace, a few dollars each pay period from middle-class employees, became the gold standard in fundraising.
