In my new role as President of the United Way of Northern California, I have been asked on several occasions...what is the United Way. Well, the local agency is part of the much larger United Way Worldwide...and here is their statement, which reflects what we do at the local community:
United Way Worldwide is the leadership and support organization for the network of nearly 1,800 community-based United Ways in 45 countries and territories. It advances the common good, creating opportunities for a better life for all, by focusing on education, income and health. The United Way movement mobilizes millions to action—to give, advocate and volunteer—to improve the conditions in which they live.
Kind of says it all....as we work with 33 agencies in the North State in over 50 programs, from services to youth to services for the homeless. We are an action organization, and really rely on volunteers to carry out our work and the work of our agencies. If you are interested, check us out at wwwnorcalunitedway.org or e-mail me at ronlargent@norcalunitedway.org or call 530-241-7521.
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