Programs

  • Community Support and Resource Connection

    In 2023 Yuba-Sutter-Colusa United Way (YSCUW) created a Strategic Plan to move the organization forward into 2026. YSCUW serves the California counties of Yuba, Sutter and Colusa.In 2024 YSCUW had 24 non-profit Partner Agencies. YSCUW managed charitable campaigns for more than 30 local businesses, local governments, school districts and state employees working in Yuba, Sutter and Colusa counties.YSCUW also serves as the agent and chair for the local board of the Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program, which distributed $172,448 to local non-profit agencies to purchase food for residents and also to provide emergency shelter services. 13 local non-profit organizations received this funding.YSCUW serves as a major community conduit, connecting citizens in need with connections to no cost and low-cost goods and services. Nearly 500 phone calls asking for this assistance were handled through the YSCUW office in 2023 alone.YSCUW collaborates directly with individuals, non-profit and government agencies, members of the faith-based community, and local schools to help improve local social services and to address community needs.Over 220 parents of children 0-5 years have completed our United Way Born Learning Academy which we began in 2022. The Born Learning Academy uses proven tips, tools and resources to help families take an active role in preparing their children for preschool, TK and kindergarten. Through the series of six workshops in local schools, Born Learning Academy provides practical, user-friendly guidance. Born Learning Academy strengthens our communitys school readiness effortsit also helps our partner schools solidify engagement of families with the schools.YSCUW welcomed some 500 members of the public in May of 2024 to the annual Community Resource Fair with 75 exhibitors talking to families about low-cost and no-cost programs and services available in the local area.YSCUW held their annual Cash for Food Drive in the Summer of 2024 which raised $15,351. Our annual Turkey Drive held in November raised $17,500 plus 496 turkeys and hams. 100% of the proceeds from these events were donated to local food pantries and the Yuba-Sutter Food Bank.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
    Source
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