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Building an equitable California where every individual has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Learn more at UnitedWaysCA.org.

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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
See highlights from 2025: unitedwaysca.org/our-impact
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
We help hard-working Californians make ends meet while connecting them with the financial resources, education, and tools to empower them to create a better, more sustainable future for themselves and their loved ones.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The $600 cash per person made a difference. See the results.
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Farm and Food Worker Relief Program: Impact and Learnings - United Ways of California
From 2022 to 2024, United Ways of California (UWCA) worked in partnership with 15 California United Ways to distribute one-time $600 cash relief payments to more than 60,000 California food and farm…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
United Ways of California and 15 local United Way partners across the state provided emergency relief payments to more than 60,000 CA farm and food workers over two years through a USDA grant.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Learn more about what we achieved in 2025: unitedwaysca.org/our-impact
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
We advocate for policies and budget priorities that help build a more equitable California in which all have access to the resources and opportunities to thrive.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
87% of United Ways of California Farm and Food Worker Relief recipients rated relief as extremely or very helpful. See how $600 payments to 60,000 farm and food workers across the state made an impact. #FarmWorkerAwarenessMonth
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Farm and Food Worker Relief Program: Impact and Learnings - United Ways of California
From 2022 to 2024, United Ways of California (UWCA) worked in partnership with 15 California United Ways to distribute one-time $600 cash relief payments to more than 60,000 California food and farm…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
From strengthening local resilience to advancing health, youth opportunity, and financial security for Californians with low incomes, United Ways of California is working toward an equitable California where every individual has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Learn more: unitedwaysca.org/farm-and-foo...
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Farm and Food Worker Relief Program: Impact and Learnings - United Ways of California
From 2022 to 2024, United Ways of California (UWCA) worked in partnership with 15 California United Ways to distribute one-time $600 cash relief payments to more than 60,000 California food and farm…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
98% used it for essential household needs, like food and utilities. #FarmWorkerAwarenessMonth
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
What happened when we provided 60,000 CA farm and food workers with $600 relief payments funded through a USDA grant?
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
211 connects millions of Californians each year to housing, food, child care, and other resources. State and local government relies on 211 to support communities through crisis, but California doesn't provide ongoing funding for 211. Speak up for state funding: go.unitedwaysca.org/fund-211
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
In 2025, 211s received 1.8 million calls and texts, including over 41,000 during the LA fires. CA legislators, please support AB 1832 (Ransom) and the $20 million one-time budget request to help 211s continue providing free, critically needed services to our communities! #211
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Join us and add your voice to keep this bill moving forward: go.unitedwaysca.org/fund-211
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Urge CA State Legislators to Fund Critical 211 Community Resources
211 is a free information and referral service, federally designated for use connecting people to vetted community services and trusted information. Our communities urgently need continued access to…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
This bill addresses critical gaps in local 211 funding and would help the 211 network support even more Californians in times of crisis. As proud co-sponsors, we're committed to rallying even more support in the Senate as the bill moves forward.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
A significant milestone for a bill is to make it out of its house of origin—and AB 1832 just cleared it. AB 1832, the 211 Infrastructure and Emergency Response Act by Assemblymember Ransom, passed the Assembly Floor vote and now moves to the Senate!
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Read our full statement for our analysis about how these budget revisions would impact our communities.
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California United Way Network Calls for Bolstered Investments for Critical Community Programs
We urge the Governor and legislators to prioritize investments that uplift our most vulnerable communities.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Even in tough economic realities, California should always avoid balancing its budget on the backs of our most vulnerable communities, and so we call for adjustments to the final state budget to ensure it prioritizes Californians who need support the most.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
At a time when federal cuts to safety net programs like SNAP continue to restrict access to critical food assistance, and when additional cuts to Medicaid/Medi-Cal loom only months away as a result of H.R. 1, California faces difficult decisions in order to pass a balanced budget.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Governor Newsom shared the details of his final May Revision to California’s 2026-27 state budget, an update to the Governor’s January budget proposal based on the latest economic information and conditions.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Online voter registration in California ends May 18! Don't miss out—register today and make your voice heard this June.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
🗣️#CALeg: Support gradually expanding the #YCTC to all CalEITC-eligible households! Let's invest in future generations and ensure no one is left behind! #AB1690 @buffywicks.bsky.social @asmmikefong.bsky.social @asmmarkgonzalez.bsky.social @gailpellerin.bsky.social @blancapacheco.bsky.social
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The $600 cash per person made a difference. See the results: unitedwaysca.org/farm-and-foo...
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Farm and Food Worker Relief Program: Impact and Learnings - United Ways of California
From 2022 to 2024, United Ways of California (UWCA) worked in partnership with 15 California United Ways to distribute one-time $600 cash relief payments to more than 60,000 California food and farm…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
United Ways of California and 15 local United Way partners across the state provided emergency relief payments to more than 60,000 CA farm and food workers over two years through a USDA grant.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Through AB 1690, we have an opportunity to support more households that aren’t paid enough to afford the high cost of living in California.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
AB 1690 by Assemblymember Ahrens, to expand Young Child Tax Credit eligibility, passed the Assembly Revenue & Taxation Committee and is now one step closer to becoming a reality! It heads to the Appropriations Committee next.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
AB 1832 by @asmransom.bsky.social passed the Communications & Conveyance Committee and now heads to the Assembly Appropriations Committee! This bill would support the 211 network in being there for even more Californians, particularly during times of crisis and natural disasters.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Support state funding for #211: go.unitedwaysca.org/fund-211
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Urge CA State Legislators to Fund Critical 211 Community Resources
211 is a free information and referral service, federally designated for use connecting people to vetted community services and trusted information. Our communities urgently need continued access to 2...
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
If left unaddressed, these vulnerabilities risk 211 service shutdown or service cuts in over a dozen counties and threaten the state’s growing reliance on this essential community service and critical communications infrastructure that Californians access year-round and during disasters.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
AB 1832, the 211 Infrastructure and Emergency Response Act by Assemblymember Ransom @asmransom.bsky.social, is heading to the Communications & Conveyance Committee on 4/15. AB 1832 addresses urgent vulnerabilities in local 211 funding.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
211 is operated and funded by dozens of community organizations across California. See what it takes to keep 211 going. unitedwaysca.org/what-it-takes-to-keep-211-running
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What It Takes to Keep 211 Running in CA
211 is operated and funded by dozens of community organizations across California. See what it takes to keep 211 going.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Thank you to the United Ways and 211s that joined us, and thank you to the many legislative offices who took the time to meet with us. Together, we can build a more equitable California in which all have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Lifting up the voices and needs of working families in our communities, we collectively championed policies that will strengthen the 211 network, increase access to anti-poverty tax credits, and connect more Californians to vital resources.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
50 attendees from United Ways and 211s across the state came together in Sacramento to meet with lawmakers, share powerful hometown stories, and advocate for policies to build a more equitable California in which all can thrive.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
United Ways of California's 2026 Capitol Day was an inspiring and energizing day of advocacy, connection, and collective action.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Join advocates from across the state urging legislators this week to support support funding for this critical service!
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Expand Free Tax Prep Outreach Programs!
Each year, millions of Californians are eligible for valuable tax credits—including the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC), Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC), the federal Child Tax Credit…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Free tax prep makes an impact for community members like Alicia. @asmmarkgonzalez.bsky.social
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Join advocates from across the state urging legislators this week to support gradually expanding YCTC eligibility!
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Urge State Leaders to Expand the Young Child Tax Credit for More CA Families
Raising a family in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unaffordable, making it critical to expand eligibility for the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC) to support more families who do not earn…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Rent, childcare, groceries, gas—these basic necessities are costing more each year. #AB1690 by Asm. Ahrens expands the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC) to gradually increase eligibility for CalEITC households, providing a bigger tax refund to California families.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Thank you, Assemblymember Ransom and Senator Umberg, for leading the $20 million one-time budget request for critical 211 services! #211 #AB1832 @asmransom.bsky.social @senatorumberg.bsky.social
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Join advocates from across the state urging legislators this week to support #211 state funding. @asmransom.bsky.social
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Urge CA State Legislators to Fund Critical 211 Community Resources
211 is a free information and referral service, federally designated for use connecting people to vetted community services and trusted information. Our communities urgently need continued access to…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Communities urgently need continued access to 211 services, and 211 urgently needs state support to address Californians’ ongoing, emerging, and disaster-related needs.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
AB 1690 is in the committee’s suspense file for now, which means it’s critical for legislators to continue to hear from Californians that this bill is important to us! Urge your officials to support this bill moving forward: go.unitedwaysca.org/yctc #AB1690 #TaxCredits
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Urge State Leaders to Expand the Young Child Tax Credit for More CA Families
Raising a family in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unaffordable, making it critical to expand eligibility for the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC) to support more families who do not earn…
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
We know that the costs of raising kids don’t disappear when they turn 6. We proudly joined fellow advocates to support this bill at the hearing.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
This week, AB 1690 (Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens), which aims to expand Young Child Tax Credit eligibility to families with kids up to 18 years old, was heard in the Assembly Revenue & Taxation Committee. @calbudgetcenter.bsky.social @endchildpovca.bsky.social
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
In honor of Women’s History Month, we asked United Way staff across the state what the observance meant to them. Here are some of their unique stories and perspectives.
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What Women's History Month Means to Us: California United Way Voices
In honor of Women's History Month, we asked United Way staff across the state what the observance meant to them. Here are some of their unique stories and perspectives.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
CA families aren't making enough to make ends meet. It doesn't have to be this way. #CALeg, support #AB1690 by Asm. Ahrens and give families the boost they need by creating a more inclusive Young Child Tax Credit. go.unitedwaysca.org/yctc
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Urge State Leaders to Expand the Young Child Tax Credit for More CA Families
Raising a family in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unaffordable, making it critical to expand eligibility for the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC) to support more families who do not earn enough income to make ends meet. Significant financial ch...
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
On Monday, AB 1690 (Ahrens), which aims to expand eligibility for the Young Child Tax Credit, is headed to its first committee, the Assembly Revenue & Taxation Committee. We’ll be joining advocates next week to share public comment in support. We urge the committee to move this bill forward! #CALeg
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
See what it takes to keep 211 going, and learn how the state can support this critical resource to ensure it continues to be there—and ensure it supports all Californians—in times of need. Learn more: unitedwaysca.org/what-it-takes-to-keep-211-running
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What It Takes to Keep 211 Running in CA
211 is operated and funded by dozens of community organizations across California. See what it takes to keep 211 going.
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United Ways of California @unitedwaysca.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Our team knows taxes—including cash-back tax credits you may be eligible for. We also want to make sure you get your taxes done right and keep as much money as possible in the process. Visit MyFreeTaxes.org for information and free filing options.
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