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When we initiated the Pandemic Relief Fund on Friday, March 13, we knew we had to do something big to further our reach to help more people during this difficult time. Thanks to our friends at the Los Angeles Rams, we were able to join forces with ABC7, ESPN Los Angeles and the Los Angeles… continue reading Thank You to Our Community for Supporting the Pandemic Relief Fund

As we forge ahead to help those in critical need during COVID-19, I am so grateful to the many partners and donors who have stepped up to support United Way’s Pandemic Relief Fund. As soon as the pandemic was named, and the crisis became very real in L.A. County, we immediately launched the Fund, on… continue reading Elise Buik’s Reflections on the Pandemic Fund

For the last 6 months, Nancy had been coached on tracking her spending and creating a budget through the help of a financial coach from the Building Skills Partnership (BSP), supported by the United Way of Greater Los Angeles. Together with her coach, they outlined a goal to spend less on clothes and save $20 for… continue reading Meet Nancy, Recipient of Successful Economic Mobility Partnerships

Too often, the holiday season can be a financial burden for our most vulnerable neighbors. Knowing that LA Rams Starting Offensive Tackle Andrew Whitworth made all the difference by surprising families this past season of giving.   On December 23, 2019, just in time for Christmas, Whitworth spread the holiday cheer by generously purchasing gifts for every… continue reading LA Rams Offensive Tackle Andrew Whitworth Gives Back This Holiday Season

To read the story of the walkouts, visit our article Part 1: The Walkouts.

To read the story of the walkouts, visit our article Part 1: The Walkouts.