Welcome to United Way Monterey County

March-5-2010

Salinas Californian Says to Support UWMC

The call for action is timely. Unemployment in Monterey County is in double digits, at 16.7 percent and rising. The local economy shed 16,500 jobs in December, according to the state Employment and

February-23-2010

Free Tax Prep Program Reaches Out

United Way’s VITA volunteers will answer questions about the free tax prep services they offer for individuals and families who make less than $49,000. Volunteers will be available on We

February-12-2010

2-1-1's First Year Exceeds Expectations

2-1-1 Monterey County handled 13,144 calls in its first year. That's 30% more than projected. Most calls have been for housing and shelter, legal services, mental health counseling, employ

Community Impact

LIVE UNITED in Monterey County

Open your Heart. Do Your Part. Support Positive Change.

1 in 3 Monterey County Residents benefit from the services of a United Way funded agency.

29,997 hot meals served to people in need.

1,201 people with disabilities received support.

$972,533 saved using familywize prescription drug discount promoted through UWMC.

1,000 people found volunteer opportunities.

14,616 children and youth participated in after school programs.

10,000 referrals made to needed services through 2-1-1 in the first six months.

GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED

Reach out a hand to one and influence the condition of all!