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Help to End Poverty in California
National Poverty in America Awareness Month
January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month. Although California has one of the strongest social safety nets in the country, 17% of Californians were considered ‘impoverished’ in 2019.
Our Promise Fundraising Results
Our Promise and state employees work hard to make a difference in your community! These are the past 5 years of fundraising results in the Our Promise Campaign. For each state department, you’ll find how many donors they have, as well as how much they’ve raised among those donors.
Honoring Black History Month
Support African American communities through Our Promise
Since 1926, the United States has celebrated what is now known as Black History Month to pay tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.
Our Promise Champion: Joe Xavier, CA Department of Rehabilitation
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Meet Joe Xavier, Director of California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), an organization that works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
Our Promise Live: America’s Homeless Veterans
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According to Federal data, there are 11,401 Veterans Experiencing Homelessness in California — by far the largest number in the country.
Meet veterans helping veterans overcome the challenges associated with the transition to civilian life. America’s Homeless Veterans is a nonprofit providing affordable housing and referrals to help support and meet the individual needs of veterans experiencing homelessness.
If you’re inspired to donate to America’s Homeless Veterans, enter OP Code 988080 through your e-Pledge.
Our Promise Champion: Kathleen Webb, State Controller’s Office
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Proud public servant and Champion for nonprofits, Kathleen Webb, Chief Operating Officer at the California State Controller’s Office, has used her influence as a state leader to support the #OurPromiseCA program for many years. Learn about how her passion and purpose stemmed from her upbringing in a household of engaged community members.
Orangevale – Fair Oaks Food Bank
Make a Difference Monday with Leaders United Executives
Despite its name, the Orangevale Fair Oaks Food Bank serves residents in all of Sacramento County. Since the onset of the pandemic, the Sacramento region reports higher levels of food insecurity than the national average.
The Our Promise Leaders United took a tour of the Orangevale Fair Oaks Food Bank. We were able to see their massive operation in full effect and learn about what it takes to run a food bank.
Folsom Prison Tour
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The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is not only the largest state department in California; it’s also the world’s largest correctional employer. The CDCR team is comprised of more than 60,000 dedicated employees, working at 35 different institutions throughout California.
Our Promise Live: Becoming a Certified Nonprofit Organization
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How do nonprofit organizations can become ‘certified’ through the Our Promise program and get preferred access to state employees seeking causes to support through their donations?
Learn:
- About the cost to join (it’s free!)
- Exclusive opportunities as a certified nonprofit organization
Our Promise Live: Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento
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Learn about the Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento, a safe haven for children, youth and families affected by abuse, neglect, behavioral health issues and trauma in the Sacramento region.
Our Promise Live: Champion Departments of 2020
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The generosity of thousands of California state workers enabled the Our Promise Calfornia program to raise over 5 million dollars last year for nonprofits across the country during a difficult time.
Our Promise Live: My Sister’s House
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Meet Nilda Valmores, the Executive Director, and learn about what My Sister’s House is doing to support survivors of domestic violence/human trafficking during this challenging time and how you can support them through a donation.
Survivors of domestic violence/human trafficking may be provided with culturally sensitive counseling, shelter, housing, legal, and employment services by calling the 24/7 crisis line.
If you’re inspired to donate to My Sister’s House, enter OP Code 12453 through your e-Pledge.
Our Promise Live: Fees Explained
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Thanks to the generosity of thousands of California state workers, the Our Promise Calfornia program was able to raise over 5 million dollars last year for nonprofits across the country during a difficult time.
Sacramento Native American Health Center
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November is Native American Heritage Month. There are currently 109 federally recognized tribes in California which is home to the largest Native American population in the country. This includes terminated, or non-federally recognized Tribes, and urban Indian communities.
Our Promise Co-Chairs Announced
GovOps Secretary Yolanda Richardson Joins California's Chief Service Office Josh Fryday to Lead the 2021 Campaign
Our Promise California State Employees Giving at Work is pleased to announce our 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs: Chief Service Officer at California Volunteers Josh Fryday and Secretary Yolanda Richardson of California Government Operations. This marks the second year for Fryday, who chaired the event last year and the first for Richardson.
Video Tutorial: How to Set Up Your e-Pledge
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Now that Our Promise has gone digital, making a monetary donation to your favorite nonprofit has never been easier.
Our Promise Live: Latino Leadership Council
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The Latino Leadership Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting Latino families to bilingual and bicultural services and advocating for wellness in the Latino community.
Leaders United LIVE with Lauri McRae
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Meet former Leaders United executive, Lauri McRae, as she shares her experience with the Our Promise California campaign in 2017.
Leaders United LIVE with Dawn Clark-Lamb
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Former Leaders United executive, Dawn Clark-Lamb shares her perspective and passion, from her experience with the Our Promise California campaign from 2017 to today.
Focus on Health in August
Learn About and Support California's Nonprofits
August is the month of hot summer nights and gearing up to go back to school, which makes it an ideal time to focus on health issues like immunizations.
Learn about observances in August and California nonprofit organizations that support causes related to them. State workers have an opportunity to celebrate and support causes by making a monthly payroll donation through Our Promise.