Join United Way California Capital Region for its third annual United in Purpose Gala on April 5. The event, which will take place at Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, will raise funds toward United Way’s 100th anniversary goal to raise $3 million to help 10,000 local children excel in school by the end of 2025. The evening will include a cocktail hour, dinner, inspirational program, fund a need, live auction, golden ticket raffle and more. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities: http://UWCCR.org/Gala.

United Way California Capital Region has been a driving force across the region for more than 100 years, listening, responding and taking comprehensive action to meet local needs. From advancing youth opportunities and helping kids excel in school, to strengthening local communities and investing in families’ financial security and health, United Way mobilizes communities to build a future where everyone can reach their full potential and thrive. Working across Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties, the local United Way provides books and literacy tutoring, addresses housing and food security, leads the region’s largest tax preparation initiative, launched Sacramento’s first guaranteed income program, works with foster youth across school districts and leads the Community Schools initiative in West Sacramento. To make a donation: www.YourLocalUnitedWay.org.