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Join United Way of San Diego County & Partners for a Conversation Date & Time: Location:
United Way of San Diego County, in partnership with United Ways of California, is proud to host the 2025 Real Cost Measure event, highlighting the groundbreaking report that reveals the sobering reality of what it truly takes for families to make ends meet in our community. With rising costs, shrinking federal support, and systemic inequities pushing families into impossible choices, this year’s findings challenge us to move beyond outdated poverty measures and confront the growing divide between survival and stability. United Way of San Diego County believes that change begins with uniting community members and changemakers for meaningful conversations. We invite you to join us on October 7th for an event that brings together policymakers, nonprofit partners, community leaders, advocates, and concerned residents who are committed to ensuring that all San Diegans can meet their basic needs and thrive.
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What To Expect This event will begin with a comprehensive report overview, offering an in-depth presentation of the 2025 findings from United Ways of California. You’ll also hear community voices, as local leaders share firsthand accounts of how rising costs are shaping the lives of San Diego families. The conversation continues with a panel discussion, featuring experts from housing, food security, and nonprofit sectors who will examine both the challenges and the opportunities that lie ahead. Finally, we’ll highlight solutions and collective strategies designed to promote equity, stability, and opportunity for every San Diegan.
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Featured Speaker
State Senator Steve Padilla Senator Steve Padilla represents the 18th Senate District, which includes the communities of Chula Vista, the Coachella Valley, Imperial Beach, the Imperial Valley, National City, and San Diego. A lifelong Chula Vista resident and longtime public servant, he champions equity and fights to address financial inequities, working to ensure that all San Diegans can afford to live in their communities and thrive economically.
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Pamela Gray Payton Pamela is a compassionate leader who drives record-breaking grantmaking at San Diego Foundation, spearheads equity initiatives like the Black Community Investment Fund and Black Homebuyers Program, and forges partnerships to advance justice, equity, and resilient communities.
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Join us on Tuesday, October 7th, to learn the truth behind the numbers and to be part of the movement building real solutions for San Diego County families.
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