United way campaign

Caltech staff or faculty*? Double your impact to support the Caltech Y's outreach programs!
November 3rd to December 2nd 2025
Through Caltech's United Way campaign, you can double your impact through a 100% match by the Institute to support Rise, Union Station Homeless Center meals, Math Power Hour, Young Legends, Anawakalmekak tutoring, and LEAP. All these programs are planned and executed by student leaders, your support allows over 100 volunteers to give back to the community.
*Retired Caltech staff and faculty can also give through the campaign, follow the one-time gift instructions at the link above
The Direct impact of your support

"[Rise] helped me become a better mentor, see different learning styles, test different teaching strategies, and so much more. I’ve had a lot of people help me get to where I am today, and it feels good to pay it forward. Watching my students become confident and successful has truly been one of the highlights of my Caltech experience.”
-Rise Tutor
“When I was struggling in middle school, I never thought math and science would become my favorite subjects. Rise completely changed that for me. I made new friends, gained confidence, and started dreaming about what I could do next.”
-Rise Tutee

