For example, individuals can give through the mail by check, credit card, debit card, stocks, options, automobiles, art, jewelry, real estate, etc.  Our direct mail program consists of periodic letters, invitations and reports to selected audiences.  If you would like to be included in electronic mailings or postal mailings please contact Bobby Blessing, Database Coordinator at United Way of Santa Barbara County or call (805) 965-8591.

Home based giving is not just about monetary donations; we very much value your contributions of time and ideas.  You can review a copy of our current volunteer opportunities brochure.  United Way of Santa Barbara County works with 3000 volunteers per year with almost 1000 of them being home based individuals.  Please join us in building a better community with your time and ideas.

President's Club

President's Club members donate between $600 to $1199 to United Way of Santa Barbara County. Members of the President’s Club have the opportunity to participate in the decision making of how United Way monies are invested in our community. They are also featured in our Honor Roll of Donors and honored at a special luncheon in recognition of their generosity and thoughtfulness.

Ambassador's Club

Ambassador Club members contribute between $189 to $599 to United Way of Santa Barbara County. Members of the President’s Club have the opportunity to participate in the decision making of how United Way monies are invested in our community. They are also featured in our Honor Roll of Donors and honored at a special luncheon in recognition of their generosity and thoughtfulness.