Change starts today. And it starts with you.
United Way Bay Area's programs and services are urgently needed. Today, 1 in 4 Bay Area residents lives in poverty. And child poverty has more than doubled in the state, reaching 16.8% in 2022, up from 7.5% in 2021. The Bay Area is a place where many thrive, while many others barely survive.
When you give now, the generosity of your gift will be doubled, up to $350,000! And if your company matches, your impact could be tripled!
Lasting change does not happen overnight. But with your support, we’re able to meet the basic needs of more of our neighbors and give them the tools and resources they need to lift themselves out of poverty.
Donate today to help build a better Bay Area
Hundreds of times a day, neighbors reach out to us. Your generosity helps us to respond with urgent, effective, life-changing programs and services—to break the cycle of poverty & help people lead a better life!
Meet Rose
With the support of generous Bay Area community members like you, Rose overcame financial and housing challenges to remain in college, ultimately earning a stable job and finding a secure living situation.
Explore Rose's Powerful Story
Support from donors like you allows us to advocate for smart public policy, like AB132, a bill that strengthens programs like SparkPoint that supported Rose on her journey. Poverty traps tens of thousands of lives every year. Make a gift and change futures today.
As a donor, board member, and Women United council member, I have been deeply impressed by United Way Bay Area’s stewardship of contributions. I have witnessed firsthand how we transform financial support into tangible, lasting impact for Bay Area residents.
Michelle Branch
Board Director - United Way Bay Area
Women United council member, Principal and Founder Branch Law Group
Your Gift Changes Lives
Your donations will stay in the Bay Area and will help us fight Bay Area Poverty.
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Other Ways to Give
Stocks and Bonds
Donating appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, is an easy and tax-effective way for you to make a gift to our organization.
Real Estate
Donating appreciated real estate, such as a home, vacation property, undeveloped land, farmland, ranch or commercial property can make a great gift to
Retirement Assets
Donating part or all of your unused retirement assets such as a gift from you IRA, 401(k), 403(b), pension or other tax-deferred plans.
Cash
A gift of cash is a simple and easy way for you to make a gift.
Gifts of Insurance
A gift of your life insurance policy is an excellent way to make a gift to charity.
Check
Make checks payable to United Way Bay Area.
Mail to:
P.O. Box 741478
Los Angeles, CA 90074-1478