Our STEAM-to-Careers program at Escondido High School recently took home the Innovate Award from the Classroom of the Future Foundation! Alongside our partners, we’re helping teens discover high-paying career paths through activities, career building skills, mentorship & life-changing support.

30 days of listening, learning, and leading. Our President and CEO, Rachael Orose, has officially hit her one-month milestone at United Way of San Diego County. After diving deep into our work across the county, Rachael is sharing the three pillars that have defined her first 30 days.

We sat down with our new President & CEO, Rachael Orose, to discuss everything from her 90-day vision to her favorite hidden gems in San Diego. In this clip, she shares one of her favorite career highlights so far. More from our sit-down with Rachael coming soon!

The government may owe you thousands this year and most people have no idea. If you worked in 2025 & earned under $70K, you likely qualify for Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), even if you owe zero in taxes. Our EITC Coalition will help you file your taxes for free. Call 211 or visit MyFreeTaxes.org

Big wisdom from young voices. We asked high school students who have participated in our STEAM to Careers & Dream with STEAM programs what advice they’d give to freshmen. Head to our latest blog to learn more about this program for teens.

Meet Rachael Orose, our new President & CEO! Get to know the person behind the title as Rachael discusses her leadership philosophy and her heart for San Diego County. Together, we’re not only addressing gaps in our community, we’re creating hope. Help us welcome Rachael to the team!

Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by reaffirming our commitment to sparking breakthrough solutions for our neighbors. From education to economic mobility programs, we believe that when we work together, we can create a San Diego County where everyone thrives.

Behind every thriving community is a network of caring people and partners stepping up to make a difference. Ready to see your business make a greater impact? Contact us to learn how. https://uwsd.org/corporate-social-responsibility/

We were thrilled to officially welcome Rachael Orose as our new President and CEO last week! Rachael spent her first week diving deep into our mission and getting to know the incredible team behind our community initiatives. Join us in welcoming Rachael to the UWSD family!

What does it take to drive real change? For Katie Khasim-San, it’s all about partnerships + passion. As our VP of Philanthropic Strategies, she uses her experience to forge strategic partnerships that power our mission. Hear why she chose UWSD & how she’s working to create a more equitable county.

We kicked off the 2026 tax season with our San Diego County Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Coalition meeting. The energy was incredible! Our partners came ready with creative ideas to reach as many eligible San Diegans as possible, plus exciting momentum around volunteer interest for VITA sites.

We’re excited to welcome Rachael Orose as the new President and CEO of United Way of San Diego County! Please join us in welcoming Rachael to the United Way family!

Only 4% of Latinas hold professional or managerial roles. MANA de San Diego’s Leadership Program helps change that. We’re proud to celebrate our Impact Manager, Melissa Aceves, on graduating with the 2025 cohort—an inspiring group building leadership, voice, and civic power.

As we close out 2025, we’re deeply grateful to our donors, partners, and volunteers. Because of you, families found stability, students found opportunity, and communities grew stronger across San Diego County. Thank you—here’s to an even brighter 2026.

Don’t miss the latest episode of Spotlight on the Community Podcast! In the episode, President and CEO Nancy L. Sasaki dives into the life-changing work happening at United Way of San Diego County and shares her insights on how nonprofits can make an even greater impact.

From homelessness to stability. Sue and her son Maximilian found hope, confidence, and a future through United Way of San Diego County’s SparkPoint program. Your donation helps more families build stability and plan for the future. Every gift makes a difference. Donate at donateuwsd.org

A big THANK YOU to our corporate partners who collected gifts for our toy drive: IKEA San Diego, Collins Aerospace Carlsbad, Alaska Airlines, INDUS Technology, HD Supply, Exact Sciences, Embolden Beer Company, and Rick Engineering.

As the year comes to a close, you have the power to change a life. Your generosity can spark a ripple of hope, helping a child discover the power of reading, a teen see their potential in a future career, or a parent find the stability their family deserves. Donate at donateuwsd.org

Building financial stability together! Last month, United Way of San Diego County hosted the SparkPoint Partner Orientation, uniting partners like Lifeline, Interfaith, Operation HOPE, Logan Heights CDC, and Core 6 to boost income, credit, savings, and economic mobility in San Diego.

Honored to share United Way ranks #4 on Forbes’ Top 100 U.S. Charities for 2025! Thank you to every staff member, volunteer, donor, and partner whose dedication fuels our mission and strengthens communities here in San Diego County and across the nation.