United Way of Ventura County — Nomadland author announced as keynote speaker

Dear Friends,

We’re excited to announce that the keynote speaker for our 2^nd annual homelessness symposium will be Jessica Bruder, author of Nomadland—the book that is the basis for the Oscar-winning film. Please save the date for Friday, February 4, 2022 for this important virtual event.

It’s hard to believe that 2022 is just around the corner, but thanks to your continued generosity, your United Way has been able to navigate this incredibly challenging year. Because of your generosity, our programs have continued to serve those in need. Because of your generosity, our homelessness initiative has exceeded expectations since its launch almost two years ago—supporting individuals, families, seniors, and veterans. Our housing successes include: a veteran undergoing chemotherapy, a single mother seven months pregnant, a senior about to celebrate his birthday after spending the last several birthdays without a home, a mother one month away from reunification with her young son, and a family of six living in a car for months with a medically compromised child.

Our Building Healthy Smiles Initiative delivered oral health assessments to local schools. Our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program ensured that eligible workers were able to file a tax return free of charge and to get the refund they earned. We also helped mobilize virtual volunteers to assist nonprofits throughout our community when they needed us most.

Your renewed support of the Community Impact Fund ensures that our programs continue to serve those in need and that, together, we’re making a real difference in the lives of your neighbors. Live heroic and give generously today.

Give.

To make the greatest difference, direct your contribution to the Community Impact Fund, which supports the focus areas of Education, Income, and Health. Thank you for supporting us and your community!