Health & Education
Did you know United Way advances health and education in Northern California?
United Way of Northern California (UWNC) runs health and education programs to help NorCal residents live healthy, thriving lives. Programs range from vaccine awareness and opioid and stimulant use education to childhood development education, water conservation, and more. UWNC’s outreach team attends an average of 56 events a year to share valuable information on these topics
COVID - 19 Response
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, UWNC has provided education, grants, COVID-19 tests, personal protective equipment for frontline workers, run vaccine clinics, and more. UWNC has invested nearly $1 million into the COVID-19 response in the North State. As COVID-19 continues to impact our communities, UWNC encourages you to stay updated with vaccines and boosters to keep yourself and your community safe.
Early Childhood Development
Help Me Grow Shasta helps parents understand their child’s developmental ages and stages and when to call for help.
Recovery Happens | Substance Use Disorder
Our educational outreach and capacity-building empower communities to address the stigma associated with opioid and stimulant use and promote evidence-based treatment and recovery practices. We seek to break down barriers and create a more supportive and inclusive community for individuals experiencing addiction.