United Way is thankful for its outstanding network of volunteers who help support its community programs across each focus area of Academic Achievement, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. From Lunch Bunch at Fun in the Sun, participating in the annual Holiday Gift Drive, to volunteering as a VITA volunteer, volunteers help us advance our mission to build brighter futures for local children and families.
“It’s just so rewarding when you help people who need help doing their taxes. Sometimes it’s a matter of life and death. If they don’t get their proper refund back, that’s what they rely on to get them through the whole year. I’m really proud. I’ll be coming back as long as I can walk.”
– Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program Volunteer
Support students in United Way’s Academic Achievement programs like Fun in the Sun or the annual Holiday Gift Drive.
Join students on campus for Lunch Bunch, an engaging lunch hour of mentorship and play with scholars at Fun in the Sun. Join as an individual or as a team for a facilitated afternoon of sports, arts & crafts, and more – all while sharing more about your career and encouraging new learning and growth for our scholars.
To learn more, please contact Marina Hudgens, at ecurtice@unitedwaysb.org
Help families build a stronger financial foundation by volunteering through United Way’s Financial Security programs like the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.
Help qualifying community members prepare and file their taxes during the tax season! Volunteers receive IRS training to prepare and file individual tax returns (w/annual income of $67,000 or less), helping connect local families with the tax credits they deserve to get their full refund back. Volunteer sites are located across the county and opportunities range from tax preparers to site greeters and aids.
To learn more, please contact Nadine Vasquez, at nvasquez@unitedwaysb.org
Join United Way’s Women United for activities like the annual Day of Caring, gift drive, school backpack distribution, and more.
Join Women United to volunteer through United Way’s community programs and partnership. Members volunteer together through Lunch Bunch, the Day of Caring event, the Holiday Gift Drive, and other activities and needs from United Way.
To learn more, please contact Marina Hudgens, at mhudgens@unitedwaysb.org
Connect with your community for the holidays! Sign up to receive a wish list for a local child from one of United Way’s network of community partners. Purchase holiday gifts and needs based on the child’s wish list to help create some extra holiday magic for families in need.
To learn more, please contact Nadine Vasquez, at nvasquez@unitedwaysb.org
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