Connecting Bay Area Residents to Emergency Resources
United Way Bay Area’s Emergency Assistance Network (EAN) brings together local nonprofits to deliver coordinated support for Bay Area residents facing urgent needs. By uniting organizations and streamlining services, EAN removes barriers for individuals seeking food, help with bills, and other essential resources. Our network refers people to the closest local agency based on zip code, ensuring faster, more personal support. United Way continues to lead this collaborative network—setting standards, driving advocacy, coordinating fundraising, and supporting data-driven solutions—so more people in our communities receive help when they need it most.
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Our Safety Net for Santa Clara County
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For more than three decades, United Way Bay Area has been a partner and thought leader in providing basic needs like food, rental assistance, and emergency funding to struggling people throughout our region. One of our biggest success stories lies in the formation of the Emergency Assistance Network (EAN) of Silicon Valley, which provides emergency services to people in need.
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The Emergency Assistance Network (EAN) of Silicon Valley
