United Way of Greater Los Angeles’ Post

Hey L.A.👋 it’s HOT 🥵 We’ve put together some helpful heat-related safety reminders. Most importantly, we hope you’ll do your part to help those especially impacted by the heat! Whether it’s passing out cold water or connecting people to cooling centers, one act of kindness could save a life. Cooling centers are free and open around the county. Dial 211 or visit https://lnkd.in/gCDYcVZS to find the center closest to you or someone in need of help.

Let's take a moment to celebrate the remarkable journey of our mentors and mentees. We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and believed in the power of mentorship. Together, we have cultivated a community of growth, connection, and inspiration. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey Los Angeles Trade Technical College EY Black & Veatch KPMG US NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Bank of America

As we step into the last half of the year, we’d like to thank all of our supporters. We couldn’t do our work without the generous contributions from our corporate sponsors, our partners at community-based organizations and our neighbors across Los Angeles County who donate monthly. By combining community power, donations, and new solutions to long-standing challenges, we can accomplish more together than alone. #Community #UWGLA #ThankYou

Last month, we celebrated the culmination of our first Mentorship Program cohort! We wrapped up a successful experience for Los Angeles Trade Technical College and LACC students. This program has been a testament to the power of connection, growth, and transformation through mentorship. We want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing journey of our mentors and mentees. Special shout out to our partners LACC, LATTC and the amazing mentors from EY, Bank of America, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Black & Veatch, PNC, and KPMG US.

Yesterday, we honored and celebrated the incredible career of John Pang, who is retiring after over two decades of dedicated service at the United Way of Greater Los Angeles. John began his journey with us in 2001 as a Loan Executive Officer and quickly became an invaluable asset, advancing to the role of Senior Account Manager.   John's passion and commitment to building strong workplace campaigns have left an indelible mark on our organization. His tireless efforts and dedication generated remarkable fundraising results, significantly impacting our community   One of the many things that set John apart was his unwavering dedication and passion for building relationships. He often brought his kids along when speaking to employees across LA County, at all hours—from late nights to early mornings. John always instilled a personal touch in his campaigns, inspiring not only his colleagues but also imparting a sense of community and purpose to his children.   John, your legacy of hard work, dedication, and community spirit will continue to inspire us all. Thank you for your 23 years of exceptional service and for making a difference in countless lives. We wish you a joyful and fulfilling retirement!   Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration special! A special thanks to Creature Comforts for hosting us in their beautiful space in DTLA. And thank you to all our guests, especially Brissa Sotelo-Vargas, Claudia A., and Aaron Yohnke, who shared some special words (and gifts!) for John. #ThankYouJohn #Retirement #UnitedWayLA #LegacyOfService #CommunityHero

A big thank you to all the PNC volunteers who lent their time and energy to help us sort non-perishable food donations collected through the National Association of Letter Carrier’s #StampOutHunger campaign today. Your efforts are making a real difference for those facing food insecurity across L.A. County. Big shout out to our partners #LaborCommunityServices and Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO for distributing those food items to families and individuals in need. Together, we can #StampOutHunger! #PNCVolunteers #TeamPNC #FoodInsecurity #CommunityService

Today, we honor Juneteenth and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. We reflect on the importance of freedom, resilience, and justice for ALL.✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼✊🏻 At United Way of Greater Los Angeles, we’re committed to advancing equity and creating opportunities for every member of our community. Let’s come together to recognize this important day, celebrate Black culture and achievements, and continue the work towards a more inclusive and equitable society. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #UnitedWayLA

We thank our friends at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory 🚀 who helped sort and organize non-perishable food donations collected through the National Association of Letter Carrier’s #StampOutHunger campaign. Shout out to #LaborCommunityServices and #LAfed for providing much needed resources to underserved communities 🙏🏽 Together, we can #StampOutHunger!