Envisioning a vibrant community built on opportunity for everyone
For over 100 years, United Way of San Diego County has been dedicated to creating a brighter future for every child, individual, and family in our community. By partnering with schools, businesses, policymakers, and nonprofits, United Way of San Diego County addresses disparities to ensure all San Diegans have the resources needed for educational success and financial security. The current initiatives of United Way of San Diego County, focus on bridging gaps in the community through early childhood literacy support, high school career readiness programs, and free tax preparation and financial coaching for individuals and families to help forge pathways to opportunity so all San Diegans can thrive at every stage of life. Nancy L. Sasaki serves as the President and CEO of United Way of San Diego County.
#1 I grew up in Austin, Texas. My 8th-grade science teacher, Mrs. Richmond, sparked my lifelong interest in life sciences.
#2 I do not care much for cooking on a regular basis, but I love a good meal and collecting recipes.
#3 I love to travel internationally every year; some of my favorites have been Myanmar, Cuba, Bali, and the Greek Islands. I would love to visit Portugal for the international beach volleyball tournament.
#4 Bucket list: I would love to go parasailing or paragliding.
#5 I do not have a favorite movie but “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” and “To Sir, With Love” come to mind.
#6 Decompressing for me is either playing beach volleyball or just sitting quietly, sometimes watching sports or “Emily in Paris”.
#7 Giving back is fulfilling, knowing my actions positively impact others fuels my passion.
#8 Having always worked in nonprofits, I was drawn to United Way of San Diego County’s mission of ensuring educational success and financial security, which aligns with my background in education and my desire to make a meaningful impact.
#9 At United Way, we believe you cannot start early enough. That is why we say ‘cradle to career’, and we mean it. The early years are essential to develop the emotional and learning skills that help children succeed in school and life. Promoting and developing these skills, while strengthening and supporting family stability, are critical to improving long-term outcomes for students and their families.
#10 Our ‘Evening of Wonder’ fundraiser will feature hand-crafted cocktails, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind items, and fun interactive activities. The funds raised during this event will directly support United Way of San Diego County’s transformative work to uplift the San Diego community through education and economic mobility.
United Way of San Diego County
“An Evening of Wonder”
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Farmer & The Seahorse
10996 Torreyana Road
San Diego, 92121
www.uwsd.org/WonderEvent
