DISRUPT POVERTY IN THE BAY AREA

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OVER 600,000 BAY AREA HOUSEHOLDS STRUGGLE TO MEET BASIC NEEDS

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HIGHLIGHTS

HOME IS WHERE THE START IS

By: Kevin Zwick

Poverty-Fighting Programs

United Way Bay Area operates and invests in effective poverty-fighting programs. Together with our multi-sector partners, we make sure that individuals and families in the Bay Area have the support and resources they need to build the life they deserve

Rental Relief Fund

The United Way Bay Area Rental Relief Fund, created by Wells Fargo, is providing rental assistance to families through UWBA’s existing network of SparkPoint Centers and community partners.

Connect + Network + Give Back

Connect with like-minded Individuals that want to make a positive impact in the Bay Area.

$67M+

returned to the community in tax refunds though our free tax preparation program EKS

96,850

calls and texts answered by our 211 helpline

2,784

clients received long-term financial or career coaching through SparkPoint

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UPLIFT: A Musical Experience

Simon-Kucher & Partners joined with United Way for our Week of Service

COVID-19 and housing insecurity

How COVID-19 and Housing Insecurity are Impacting Communities of Color

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