Mission
Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families and build resilient communities by leading local programs and partnerships that improve academic achievement, financial security, and community resiliency.
Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families and build resilient communities by leading local programs and partnerships that improve academic achievement, financial security, and community resiliency.
Our vision is strong local communities where committed networks of leaders and organizations are united to provide children and families the education, financial skills, and resources necessary to be successful today and resilient in times of community crisis.
United Way of Santa Barbara County actively engages with its diverse network of community partners, supporters, and volunteers to identify and address evolving, systemic challenges in its core focus areas of Academic Achievement, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. Since 1923, United Way has been at the forefront of our community’s needs as a dedicated partner, building brighter futures for thousands of children, individuals, and families countywide. As a leader in the non-profit sector, United Way delivers an innovative suite of programs and initiatives that connect caring community members with sustainable, customized, and comprehensive solutions to evolving challenges in Santa Barbara County.
United Way actively engages with its dedicated network of community partners, supporters, and volunteers to identify and address evolving, systemic challenges in its core focus areas of Academic Achievement, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. United Way delivers an innovative suite of customized local community programs and investments, leading a united network towards a stronger, more resilient community.
Building brighter futures for Santa Barbara County students and families by partnering with school districts and educators to identify and address key challenges, creating and delivering innovative solutions to develop school readiness and maximize academic potential.
Strengthening financial foundations for local families by providing year-round, accessible community programs and education, direct financial assistance, and bridging service gaps through collaborative networks of service agencies.
United Way is a strategic partner in supporting families, agencies and partners as they prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis. From proactive disaster preparedness programs to immediate response efforts, United Way effectively coordinates a dedicated network of partners to deploy flexible, proven relief and resources to our community.
United Way has grown into an entire suite of programs, from award winning academic initiatives such as Fun in the Sun, to childcare scholarships, rental and utility support, and tax preparation assistance. They work with anyone and everyone – from school districts to philanthropy to business and to government. They’re there to step in when other can’t and are always ready to do so as soon as our community needs it.
2“Our partnership with United Way allows us to support residents who may be falling through the cracks during a disaster. As a government agency, we’re partnering with United Way to really enhance what we can provide as a government agency to support the community. Our county ahs had an amazing partnership with United Way, both in blue skies and grey skies, and we continue to build that. We tap into United Way as a partner to help our residents to build their resiliency and help them recover with the resources they need. It’s a partnership I haven’t seen in other counties and its so appreciated.”
“We cannot do this alone. We depend on our partners to help us move the learning of students forward. Come fall, it’s very clear which students have participated in Fun in the Sun because those students are prepared to enter the next grade level with strong academic and social skills.”
320 East Gutierrez St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 965-8591