MAKE IT BE is United Way’s movement to cut poverty. We are 70,000 donors, advocates, and volunteers and growing stronger every day. Join us!

Lend a Hand: Volunteer Today
Give back to our community: help urban youth develop job skills, learn how to prepare a low-income family’s taxes, or serve food at a soup kitchen. Volunteer.
Cut Poverty 15 Minutes at a Time
MAKE IT BE “Micro-volunteering!” We’ll match your skills and interests with small manageable tasks that you can do from your desk or smart phone in as little as 15 minutes. Take Action.
Advocate for Legislation
Join United Way as we advocate for laws that strengthen our ability to combat poverty. Your voice matters. Advocate.
Join a United Way Group
Get connected with other community-minded people, network, and deepen your philanthropic commitment by joining a United Way Affinity Group:
- Emerging Leaders: a dynamic group of young professionals creating change through philanthropy, volunteerism and community leadership. Members give $1,000 or more annually. Learn more.
- Women’s Leadership Council: a powerful, passionate network of Bay Area women who strengthen our community through focused investment of time, talent and resources. Members give $1,000 or more annually. Learn more.
- Tocqueville Society: a national group of philanthropic leaders who contribute $10,000 or more. More than 200 Bay Area members are creating meaningful change in our community. Learn more.
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