Women’s Empowerment has received a grant of $15,000 from Union Pacific’s Community Ties Giving Program to help women experiencing homelessness in Sacramento find jobs and safe homes during the housing crisis. “We are proud to once again partner with Union Pacific’s Community Ties Giving Program to ensure unhoused women can find and retain employment … Continue reading Women’s Empowerment Receives $15K from Union Pacific
United Way Launches Guaranteed Income for Former Foster Youth at Sacramento State
Ten students from the greater Sacramento region who are participating in Sacramento State’s Guardian Scholars Program for former foster youth will receive $500 a month of guaranteed income for 12 months beginning in May through United Way California Capital Region’s new Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program. The new program was announced at United Way’s United in … Continue reading United Way Launches Guaranteed Income for Former Foster Youth at Sacramento State
Mikuni Donates $5K to Make It Happen for Yolo County
Mikuni Charitable Organization recently donated $5,000 to ensure local under-resourced transition age youth can successfully live independently through services provided by nonprofit Make It Happen for Yolo County. The donation will help Make It Happen provide furniture, appliances and other essential household items needed to establish a first home. “Mikuni continues to be one of our most steadfast donors and ardent … Continue reading Mikuni Donates $5K to Make It Happen for Yolo County
Sip and Paint to Benefit Make It Happen for Yolo County
Local residents are invited to Sip and Paint, a wine and painting fundraiser at the Pence Gallery in Davis on April 6 to benefit Make It Happen for Yolo County. The local nonprofit works with transition age youth ages 16-24 across Yolo County, many of whom have been in foster care or experienced homelessness. Funds raised will help the local nonprofit … Continue reading Sip and Paint to Benefit Make It Happen for Yolo County
Tickets on Sale for United Way Gala in April
Community members are invited to come together on April 20 for an evening of impact at United Way California Capital Region’s United in Purpose Gala, presented by U.S. Bank. The event, which will take place at Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, will raise funds toward United Way’s Anniversary Goal to raise $3 million to help 10,000 local children excel in school by … Continue reading Tickets on Sale for United Way Gala in April
Women’s Empowerment Receives $55K from U.S. Bank
Women’s Empowerment has received a $55,000 grant from the U.S. Bank Foundation to provide Sacramento women experiencing homelessness with job-readiness programs and paid job training so they can secure employment and safe housing for their families. “U.S. Bank has been one of our most steadfast partners, and we are grateful that they continue to prioritize ending homelessness in Sacramento, one woman and one family … Continue reading Women’s Empowerment Receives $55K from U.S. Bank
Local Residents Can File Taxes for Free Through United Way
Local residents throughout the Sacramento region are eligible to file their taxes online or in person for free through United Way California Capital Region’s Free Tax Preparation program, which runs through April 15. Households that earned less than $66,000 in 2023 can file for free, and trained tax volunteers will help maximize cash back from state and federal credits, including the federal and state Earned Income … Continue reading Local Residents Can File Taxes for Free Through United Way
United Way Receives $150K from Sierra Health
United Way California Capital Region has received a grant of $150,000 from the Sierra Health Foundation’s Community Economic Mobilization Initiative to ensure future green job opportunities and training in the region are attainable and accessible for all communities, and to create a strategic housing fund. “Historically, vital opportunities have passed by underserved and underresourced communities,” … Continue reading United Way Receives $150K from Sierra Health
United Way Seeks Gifts for Foster Family Holiday Market
Community members can help foster youth and their families in San Juan Unified School District in Sacramento by purchasing gifts and other needed items for United Way California Capital Region’s upcoming San JUANderful Holiday Party. Families attending the invitation-only event will have the opportunity to choose from gift cards, household items, shelf-stable groceries, toys and children’s clothes. Items are needed by Dec. 11 … Continue reading United Way Seeks Gifts for Foster Family Holiday Market
Women’s Empowerment Holds Holiday Gift Drive
Local residents can provide joy and winter items to Sacramento women and children who have experienced homelessness by contributing to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Gift Drive. The nonprofit is seeking winter hats, socks and gloves for all ages from infant to adult, as well as teen gifts, $25 Target and Walmart gift cards, holiday candy, and empty medium and large gift bags. For those … Continue reading Women’s Empowerment Holds Holiday Gift Drive