United Ways of California are now organizing our fourth annual Capitol Day, which will take place in Sacramento on May 5.
Last year, more than 50 United Way staff and volunteers from across the state met with legislators to promote our public policy agenda. This year’s event will continue strengthen United Way’s relationships with California’s key decision makers.
The United Way of the Bay Area team, which includes both staff and volunteers, will meet with Assembly and Senate representatives from the seven counties that we serve. We will provide updates on United Way’s work in their districts, and garner support for United Way’s top legislative priorities, including universal children’s health coverage and funding for 2-1-1.
We have already set up meetings with Assembly ProTem Fiona Ma, Assembly Member Nancy Skinner and Senator Loni Hancock, and are scheduling appointments with Senator Mark Leno and Assembly Member Noreen Evans.
Please Note: If you are a member of United Way’s Emerging Leaders, there is a special gathering, which includes training, breakfast and lunch. There are a limited number of spots exclusively for current Emerging Leaders interested in public policy. RSVP to Shelley Hardeman at shardeman@uwba.org by April 30.
We look forward to reporting on our success after Capitol Day!
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