United Way Bay Area

United Way Bay Area

@uwba.org

We bring together people across the Bay Area to end the cycle of poverty. 💙🤍

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United Way Bay Area
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Hey Blockheads! THE POLICY MANAGER IS 𝙄𝙉! Our Voter Guide is live! Visit www.uwba.org/voter-guide to see our voter guide which shares our endorsements of measures and props for this year's mid-term elections! #election #electionseason #BayArea

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High winds and fires can cause power outages, are you and your loved ones prepared for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)? People with Access and Functional Needs living in high fire-risk areas can call 211 to begin your personalized Care Coordination.

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Our superpower is to see the through-line in our communities. We are so connected that we see the holes in services, we see the needs across an entire 8 county region. Then we make sure the needs are being met in the best way possible 💛❤️💙

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𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗, 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗢 $𝟮𝟬𝟬𝗞, 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗! We are in a financial push to build thriving communities by providing stable housing, financial security, and educational opportunity. Visit the thread below to donate!

United Way Bay Area
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High winds and fires can cause power outages, are you and your loved ones prepared for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)? People with Access and Functional Needs living in high fire-risk areas can call 211 to begin your personalized Care Coordination.

United Way Bay Area
@uwba.org

Don't forget! Our next Lunch and Learn is next week, featuring the filmmakers of Beyond The Bridge! They are excited to share about collaborative approaches they witnessed in creating this film about solutions to homelessness. RSVP in the thread below!

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What is a housing element and why should you care? This and more answered in our next Lunch and Learn! Join us on July 14th during your lunch to learn more about Housing Elements in a city or county’s General Plan. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to RSVP for free!

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Each year, our SparkPoint centers help prepare youth and families for the school year by giving out backpacks full of supplies. This is how we are providing for our #BayArea families so everyone has an opportunity to thrive 💛❤️💙

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Santa Clara County! Did you know a group of nonprofits, called the EAN, is watching over and protecting our neighbors every day? This network was brought together by us, United Way Bay Area. Follow us to learn more about how you can support your community this summer!

United Way Bay Area
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What is a housing element and why should you care? This and more answered in our next Lunch and Learn! Join us on July 14th during your lunch to learn more about Housing Elements in a city or county’s General Plan. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to RSVP for free!

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Thank you for mentioning us in this article! Our SparkPoint centers are here to help our Bay Area neighbors by providing financial coaching. Visit uwba.org/what-we-do/s... to find a SparkPoint center near you!

uwba.orgSparkPoint® - United Way Bay AreaSparkPoint centers work with families to meet their basic needs, increase income, build credit, increase savings, & reduce debt.
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ww2.kqed.orgDidn’t Save Enough for Retirement? Here’s How to Afford Aging in the Bay AreaMany older adults in the region are working longer, moving to smaller homes in cheaper places and depending more than ever on social services.
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Our housing crisis is truly a crisis. Our regions development priorities have been upside down, prioritizing high end apartment buildings that lay heavily vacant, while affordable housing continues to be underfunded... ⤵️

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There is hope. This election season we will have opportunities to have our voices heard. Follow us to stay up to date on what we will be supporting after the primaries.

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Happening today, Twilio SIGNAL is coming to you live from San Francisco! Our CEO, Keisha Browder, is speaking at 1pm about how technology can add to our 211 infrastructure in response as well as recovery during natural disasters. Visit signal.twilio.com to see the livestream!

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Our next Lunch and Learn is next week! Tnanita works to help her unhoused neighbors move into housing and thrive. Join us on May 12th at 12pm for a viewing of Keep Showing Up, followed by a community discussion. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to RSVP for free :)

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Welcome to #AffordableHousingMonth! We wanted to remind you of this little opinion of ours 🙂‍↕️ Our work in supporting #HousingJustice is key to creating a more equitable Bay Area. Keep an eye out this month for additional information on how we can support more housing for all 💛💙❤️

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Coming up! Our Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) Convening! What is GBI? GBI is unconditional cash payments provided regularly to individuals and has emerged as an effective solution for improving financial stability, housing security, and overall wellbeing. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to RSVP!

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Attendees will gain insights into how direct cash investments help families move out of poverty and will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussion about advancing economic equity across our region.

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When 🗓️: May 13, 2026 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where 🏢: California Endowment 2000 Franklin St. Oakland, CA 94612 Cost 💲: Free with RSVP. Box lunches provided

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He was eventually connected to housing thanks to the coalition led by VA leaders like Mary and Lauren, who will do whatever it takes to get veterans into permanent housing.

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Immediately following the viewing, we will host a discussion with 2 Bay Area organizations: - Swords to Plowshares – North Bay, San Francisco - Open Doors to Future Possibilities, Dr. Simone Lundquist – South Bay

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Nathan, a U.S. Army veteran with a huge heart, reflects on the series of events that led him and his girlfriend onto the streets of Denver in single-digit temperatures.

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Join us next week for a screening of Beyond the Bridge! Co-hosted by UC Berkeley Student, Manny M., we're excited to share this opportunity to learn about solutions to homelessness on April 6th from 5:30-8pm at the YWCA Berkeley/Oakland. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the... to rsvp for free!

eventbrite.comBeyond The Bridge: A Solution To Homelessness - Film & ConversationThis is NOT just another film about homelessness - Beyond The Bridge has activated communities nationwide, and now it's coming to Berkeley!
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Taxes are due April 15th! We have self-file options available to you! Visit uwba.org/what-we-do/f... to learn more about the self-file process, including meeting dates that you can get free help. Leave us any questions in the comments! #FreeTaxHelp #free #taxseason

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We're hosting lunch and learns! Join us on March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM for The Gray Wave: Rising Homelessness for American Seniors. Learn why senior homelessness is rising in America and how communities can respond to meet the needs of aging adults. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to RSVP

uwba.orgLunch and Learn Series - The Gray Wave: Rising Homelessness for American SeniorsLearn why senior homelessness is rising in America and how communities can respond to meet the needs of aging adults.
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Our 211 Art Contest is back for the third year in a row! We can’t wait to see your submissions for this year’s prompt: “The Power in Connection” - Show how 211 connects people, places, and communities in your county. Visit uwba.org/get-involved... to learn more! #art #contest #BayArea