United4Youth

United4Youth United Way Santa Cruz County initiative
Countywide youth programs & partnerships
Uplifting youth voice | Championing well-being

The Youth Action Network (YAN) is a reformed community impact initiative (formerly known as the Youth Violence Prevention Network) comprised of youth and adults working together to identify emerging needs in our community, creating positive change together, and working to increase youth-wellbeing through youth voice and youth leadership. Goals & Outcomes:
Youth-Adult Partnership: Increase youth

supported by caring adults and relationships with local decision-makers. Outcome: Connecting and creating authentic relationships with adult allies, community leaders, and local representatives through youth-led meetings and events. Youth Voice: Increase meaningful participation for youth within Santa Cruz County. Outcome: Connecting youth to youth leadership opportunities and support network partners in further incorporating youth voice within programs and practices. Youth Leadership Development: Increase knowledge of youth leadership development and capacity for creating positive change. Outcome: Host a variety of workshops and training to increase youth leadership skills, knowledge of research methodologies, understanding of systems-change, advocacy, policy and more.

Celebrating our incredible Jóvens Sanos Watsonville seniors!We’re so proud of your hard work, growth, and all you’ve acc...
05/28/2026

Celebrating our incredible Jóvens Sanos Watsonville seniors!

We’re so proud of your hard work, growth, and all you’ve accomplished. Wishing you success and happiness in this next chapter 💚🎓

Celebrating our incredible Jóvens Sanos Watsonville seniors! 🎓✨We’re so proud of your hard work, growth, and all you’ve ...
05/28/2026

Celebrating our incredible Jóvens Sanos Watsonville seniors! 🎓✨

We’re so proud of your hard work, growth, and all you’ve accomplished. Wishing you success and happiness in this next chapter. 💚🌟

05/21/2026

Cultivating Hope 🌱✨

Thank you to everyone who came out and made this event so special. We’re incredibly grateful for our community partners, volunteers, and everyone who helped create a space rooted in hope, healing, and connection!

Until next year 🌻

🎥:

Proud of our Santa Cruz City Youth Liaisons for presenting at the Santa Cruz City Council meeting alongside their city m...
05/15/2026

Proud of our Santa Cruz City Youth Liaisons for presenting at the Santa Cruz City Council meeting alongside their city mentor 👏💙

Excited to see young leaders making their voices heard in the community. New Youth Liaison recruitment coming soon, stay tuned! ✨

Mental Health Awareness Week 💚Your mental health matters every day, not just this week.Take time to rest, check in with ...
05/11/2026

Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

Your mental health matters every day, not just this week.

Take time to rest, check in with yourself, and support the people around you. A small act of kindness or a simple conversation can make a bigger difference than you think.

Remember:
✨ It’s okay to ask for help
✨ It’s okay to take breaks
✨ It’s okay to not be okay

Together, we can break the stigma and create a community where everyone feels supported and heard 💚

Ending the Silence 🧠💚As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, youth at Scotts Valley High School participated in NAMI’s...
05/07/2026

Ending the Silence 🧠💚

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, youth at Scotts Valley High School participated in NAMI’s Ending the Silence presentation, creating space for honest conversations around mental health, stigma, and support.

Through education and shared dialogue, presentations like these help remind young people that they are not alone and that mental health matters. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this conversation meaningful.

SantaCruzCounty CommunityCare YouthWellbeing

05/05/2026

¿Qué pasaría si las familias recibieran apoyo antes de que las situaciones se conviertan en una crisis?

La iniciativa Child, Youth, and Family Well-Being Partnership del Condado de Santa Cruz se enfoca en brindar ayuda temprana, conectando a las familias con recursos como alimentos, vivienda, cuidado infantil y apoyo de salud mental antes de que los desafíos crezcan.

Porque cada familia merece cuidado, compasión y la oportunidad de salir adelante.

📞 Llame al 211 para apoyo | 🚨 Llame al 911 en caso de emergencia

JuntosMásFuerte

05/05/2026

What if families got support before things reached a crisis?

Santa Cruz County’s Child, Youth, and Family Well-Being Partnership is focused on early help, connecting families to resources like food, housing, childcare, and mental health support before challenges grow.

Because every family deserves care, compassion, and the chance to thrive.

📞 Dial 211 for support | 🚨 Call 911 in emergencies

🌿 What’s Happening for Mental Health Awareness Month in Santa Cruz CountyTomorrow marks the start of Mental Health Aware...
04/30/2026

🌿 What’s Happening for Mental Health Awareness Month in Santa Cruz County

Tomorrow marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Month, and youth across Santa Cruz County are coming together to build connection, support one another, and prioritize well-being. Through youth-led events, workshops, and community partnerships, we’re creating spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and supported.

✨ From wellness fairs and presentations to creative activities and community-building events.

💬 Whether you come to connect, learn, or just take a moment for yourself, you belong here.

🙏 Special thanks to our sponsors: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, City of Scotts Valley, and Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE) for helping make this work possible.

Our latest United Way newsletter is out now! 📬✨ Take a glimpse at what’s ahead: upcoming events, ways to get involved, ...
04/24/2026

Our latest United Way newsletter is out now! 📬✨

Take a glimpse at what’s ahead: upcoming events, ways to get involved, and what we’ve been working on in the community.

Stay connected, stay inspired, and be part of the impact 💙

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Capitola, CA
95010

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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