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Moving Forward with Clear Values: A Message from UWBA’s New CEO

The end of the year naturally draws us toward reflection – a time to look back at the path we’ve traveled and plan for the…

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Youth Opportunities

OnTrack 2024

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lsWf7Q2zHg United Way Bay Area (UWBA) hosted its annual OnTrack Career Fair, which provides Bay Area youth with direct access to career professionals across…

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Policy

Election Results Are In: But What Do They Mean for California?

The election results are in, and we are reflecting on the outcomes of key state propositions and their implications for our communities across the Bay…

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SparkPoint

SparkPoint Summit 2025

The tension in the room was often unspoken yet unmistakable, manifesting itself in the occasional “What if…”Indeed, SparkPoint™ Summit 2025: Thriving Together convened at a...

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Press Releases

California United Ways receives $1 million from Wells Fargo to accelerate financial empowerment

MEDIA CONTACT: Blake Case blake@emccommunications.com (601) 832-6079 San Francisco, March 17, 2025 –The $1 million donation from Wells Fargo to United Ways of California will...

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Open letter to Congress to save EFSP

More than $117 million in federal funding to support emergency food and shelter is still frozen, impacting Bay Area residents. United Way Bay Area along...

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A Community Conversation with UWBA CEO Keisha Browder (Video)

“We will not turn away from serving any of our communities—they deserve and wish to be part of the change.” – Keisha Browder, United Way...

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Housing

Strengthening Communities Through Housing Justice

United Way Bay Area’s Ambassador Grant Program supports local organizations that are leading impactful, community-driven solutions for racial, economic, and housing justice. In FY24 (July...

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Press Releases

More than $117 million in federal funding to support emergency food and shelter is still frozen, impacting Bay Area residents

MEDIA CONTACT: Blake Case blake@emccommunications.com (601) 832-6079 SAN FRANCISCO, March 10, 2025 — Today, United Way Bay Area (UWBA) confirmed that $117M in federal funding...

DEI

DEI or Die: The Critical State of DEI Across Sectors (Webinar)

At United Way Bay Area (UWBA), our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is not just a guiding principle—it is woven into the fabric...

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Free Tax Help

Your 2025 Tax Questions Answered!

Are you feeling overwhelmed or confused about the tax filing process? You’re not alone! But don’t worry, there’s good news. Our volunteers are ready with...

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Celebrating Black Leadership & Anti-Racist Action: A Black History Month Message

As I have settled into my role as CEO for United Way Bay Area over the past few months, I have been particularly reflecting on...

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United We Thrive in 2025: A Message from UWBA’s CEO

January always brings a special energy – that mix of reflection and anticipation as we map out our goals for the year ahead. Like many...

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Moving Forward with Clear Values: A Message from UWBA’s New CEO

OnTrack 2024

Election Results Are In: But What Do They Mean for California?

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SparkPoint Summit 2025

California United Ways receives $1 million from Wells Fargo to accelerate financial empowerment

Open letter to Congress to save EFSP

A Community Conversation with UWBA CEO Keisha Browder (Video)

Strengthening Communities Through Housing Justice

More than $117 million in federal funding to support emergency food and shelter is still frozen, impacting Bay Area residents

DEI or Die: The Critical State of DEI Across Sectors (Webinar)

Your 2025 Tax Questions Answered!

Celebrating Black Leadership & Anti-Racist Action: A Black History Month Message

United We Thrive in 2025: A Message from UWBA’s CEO