CalFresh benefits to be delayed in November
Orange County, Calif. (October 24, 2025) — Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, CalFresh benefits will be delayed in November. CalFresh recipients can call 2-1-1 or visit 211oc.org to…
New study finds O.C.’s Latino households are struggling the most
United Ways of California released The Real Cost Measure in California 2025, a tally of basic needs that goes beyond the federal poverty line to reflect the actual cost of living, including food,…
O.C. United Way offers free tax prep and filing to low-income families
Orange County, CA (February 6, 2023) - As part of its United for Financial Security℠ Initiative, Orange County United Way is offering free tax preparation and electronic filing to low-…
Families of most eligible U.S. children to receive monthly child tax credit payments automatically
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service announced today that the first monthly payment of the expanded and newly-advanceable Child Tax Credit (CTC) from…
The CA Governor announces new efforts to help the unemployed and immigrant workers
Governor announces new initiative to expand call center hours at the Employment Development Department to better assist Californians with unemployment insurance applications EDD will also implement a one-stop shop for…
So. Cal. Edison’s bill assistance program helps customers in need
Bill Assistance Program Helps Customers in Need Money-saving, energy-conservation programs, services offered through SCE’s Energy Savings Assistance Program. You, or someone you know, may qualify for a free replacement energy-efficient…
MOMS Orange County receives a donation of 66K diapers
HOMEAID ESSENTIALS DONATES APPROXIMATELY 66,000 DIAPERS TO NONPROFIT MOMS ORANGE COUNTY Over 900 Families Served by MOMS Orange County will Benefit from Donation of Diapers and Other Baby Items from Local…
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There is a lot to love about Santa Ana despite the ongoing gang war
I get a little tired about the constant bashing of Santa Ana. Yes the ongoing gang war sucks but there is still a lot to love about our city, such…
Share Ourselves opens the SOS Health Center at Samueli Academy in Santa Ana
Share Our Selves opens the SOS Health Center at Samueli Academy in Santa Ana Caring for students and families at Samueli Academy SANTA ANA, CA – January 5, 2015 –…
Free Christmas Laundry Day and Pancake Breakfast for the homeless and needy
Operation Warm Wishes Presents: The Gift Of Giving-Christmas Day Breakfast Celebration and Laundry Day for the Homeless and Families in Need! This Holiday Season, share the Gift of Giving! Christmas…
Rep. Sanchez urges action on poverty
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez, Representing California’s 46th Congressional District FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Emily Morris, 202-225-2965, Emily.Morris@mail.house.gov REP. LORETTA SANCHEZ URGES ACTION ON POVERTY WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Loretta…
Local nonprofit kicks off campaign to provide 400 car seats to families in need
[caption id="attachment_55785" align="aligncenter" width="400"] MOMS OC Board Treasurer Mark Marten, MOMS OC board member Silvia Martinez, MD, and MOMS OC Board President Ron DiLuigi, take a moment with 46th C.D. candidate, Lou Correa[/caption]…
2015 O.C. Tet Parade set for Feb. 21 in Little Saigon
The Annual Orange County Tet Parade for 2015 is set for Sat., Feb. 21, from 9 am to 12 p.m. (pre-parade starts at 8 am) on Bolsa Ave., main stage at…
Why poverty and crime are so persistent in Santa Ana
You want to know why Santa Ana is such a mess? We reported this week about a young man who dropped out of a good high school, Godinez Fundamental, and…
OCDA to provide free turkey dinners for at-risk youth on Nov. 20
Orange County District Attorney Press Release For Immediate Release: November 19, 2013 DOUBLE THE THANKS AND DOUBLE THE GIVING AT-RISK YOUTH EARN 851 TURKEY DINNERS IN 4TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING GANG…