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  • The Annenberg Foundation: Forging a Partnership of Hope

    We are proud to highlight our long-standing partnership with the Annenberg Foundation, a key sponsor of our annual flagship event WalkUnitedLA. Over the years, their generous sponsorship has enabled us… continue reading The Annenberg Foundation: Forging a Partnership of Hope
  • Los Angeles Rams: Walking Together to Defeat Homelessness in Los Angeles 

    Teaming up with the Los Angeles Rams for WalkUnitedLA is without a doubt a winning partnership. Together, we have encouraged thousands of people from across Greater Los Angeles to help… continue reading Los Angeles Rams: Walking Together to Defeat Homelessness in Los Angeles 
  • Building Community Wealth Through College Mentorship

    Last month, during session two of our Community College Mentorship Program, the mentees and their mentors learned about the value of the cultural capital most of us possess. They were made aware of how it contributes towards building community wealth when used as an asset in the workplace.
  • Empowering Women is in Our DNA 

    It’s not surprising that women in Los Angeles, and across the state, are not only spearheading our economy but also leading communities in the pathway to prosperity across the region. … continue reading Empowering Women is in Our DNA 
  • WalkUnitedLA 2024 Returns to SoFi Stadium to Defeat Homelessness in L.A.

    Los Angeles, CA (February 26, 2024) — At a time when Los Angeles residents continue to rank homelessness as the number one issue to tackle, United Way of Greater Los… continue reading WalkUnitedLA 2024 Returns to SoFi Stadium to Defeat Homelessness in L.A.
  • UWGLA Celebrates Black History Month: Building Black Angelenos’ Opportunities for Prosperity

    February is a special month dedicated to honoring the history of resilience and admirable achievements of Black Americans during Black History Month.  There are many ways to celebrate it. Many people… continue reading UWGLA Celebrates Black History Month: Building Black Angelenos’ Opportunities for Prosperity
  • UWGLA’s Community College Mentorship Program: Achieving Dreams Together

    What an uplifting and inspiring Saturday morning we experienced last week!  Very few things are more motivating than people gathering in one room to share their dreams and aspirations for… continue reading UWGLA’s Community College Mentorship Program: Achieving Dreams Together
  • Can homelessness in L.A. ever be ‘rare, brief and nonrecurring’?

    Earlier this fall, the chief executives of several local foundations gathered at the Southern California Grantmakers offices to discuss expanding their efforts to combat L.A.’s growing homelessness crisis.
  • Breaking Cycles of Poverty 

    We’ve spent January – National Poverty Awareness Month – reflecting on the complexities of poverty. Breaking the cycle of poverty cannot be done by “pulling yourself up by your bootstraps”.… continue reading Breaking Cycles of Poverty 
  • Our Neighborhood Approach to Shared Prosperity Begins in Pico-Union

    Over 100 years ago, United Way L.A. started as a community chest, working in 37 neighborhoods across Los Angeles to support neighbors. In 2024, we are returning to our roots… continue reading Our Neighborhood Approach to Shared Prosperity Begins in Pico-Union