What People Are Saying…
About Maria’s “WE Connect” Campaign
Intuit’s President and CEO Brad Smith: “Intuit and its foundation are proud to sponsor Maria Shriver's WE Connect campaign. The Intuit Financial Freedom Foundation is committed to serving the public interest through programs benefiting individuals and small businesses. WE Connect and Intuit are a great fit – working together to address underserved needs…This partnership is a great way to connect real people with real resources—and getting real dollars in the hands of Californians who are working hard to create a better, brighter future.”
Bank of America’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy Leticia Aguilar: “We are proud to be the presenting sponsor of First Lady Maria Shriver’s We Connect You community events, as this groundbreaking effort will help more low-income working Californians access the millions of dollars that go unclaimed each year under the Earned Income Tax Credit program…I encourage all Californians to learn more about these resources and the benefits available to them this tax season.”
La Opinion’s Publisher and CEO Monica Lozano: “Californians share a common dream and aspiration that a better life is possible for our families and children. Thanks for the First Lady of California, Maria Shriver, WE Connect allows us to now turn those dreams into reality…We at La Opinion are proud to be partners in this effort and we hope you take advantage of what you learn here. It can make a difference for you and your families.”
CaliforniaVolunteers’ Executive Director Karen Baker: “CaliforniaVolunteers is excited to partner with Maria Shriver’s WE Connect campaign. This innovative initiative connects California families with essential resources and provides meaningful volunteer opportunities to many California residents."
Wal-Mart’s Senior Public Affairs Manager Trudi Hughes: "Wal-Mart is proud to partner with First Lady Maria Shriver to help connect working families with the resources that matter most. At Wal-Mart, our philosophy is to help Californians save money so they can live better. By partnering with the We Connect campaign, we're able to make a positive contribution to the Golden State and serve our valued customers."
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ Assistant Director of Political Action Willie Pelote: “We are honored to serve as a Connector for Maria Shriver’s We Connect campaign. This is an issue that affects a lot of our 170,000 members, and providing them with valuable information that could inform them on eligibility and access to programs like the Earned Income Tax Credit is important. We represent nurses, corrections officers, child care providers, EMTs and sanitation workers across the state, many of whom will act as connectors throughout California. WE commend the First Lady in this tremendous effort.”
United Way of Greater Los Angeles’ CEO and President Elise Buik: “The United Way of Greater Los Angeles is proud to partner with First Lady Maria Shriver’s WE Connect Campaign as a lead organization for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) partnership in Los Angeles County. The WE Connect Campaign’s single-minded focus on driving awareness and adoption of the EITC—a program that has helped lift more people out of poverty than any other federal program-- is closely aligned with United Way’s focus in creating pathways out of poverty for all Angelenos. Our partnership is an important opportunity to help families reach financial stability, build assets and invest in their futures.”
PG&E’s Senior Vice President of Public Affairs Nancy McFadden: “Through the outstanding efforts of California’s First Lady Maria Shriver, more underserved Californians are linking up to services that will directly benefit their lives. PG&E is committed to giving a helping hand to underserved people in the diverse communities in which we work and live.”
California Black Media Association: “The California Black Media Association is proud to partner with First Lady Maria Shriver and the We Connect movement to help connect California's working families to important resources that can improve their lives through our extensive network of community-based media outlets.
San Diego Gas & Electric and Southern California Gas Company: "San Diego Gas & Electric and Southern California Gas Company are proud supporters of the WE Connect Campaign. We understand that connecting low-income working families to programs and resources is essential to creating healthy, vibrant communities. We applaud the efforts of First Lady Maria Shriver, and share her commitment to strengthening our communities by launching this statewide effort…Support for this outreach campaign is just one way we strive to enhance the quality of life in the region."
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