2-1-1 is a toll-free telephone number that will connect people from anywhere in the county of San Bernardino to a 24-hour service that can give them information and referrals for health and social services in their area.

Inland Empire United Way is the designated 2-1-1 service provider applicant for the county of San Bernardino and is currently building the program from the ground up. Countywide 2-1-1 service is planned for early 2006.

The start-up date is dependent on finances and public support.  United Way is pursuing both public and private partnerships to gain the participation and financial support from the community that will be key in implementing and sustaining 2-1-1 service in the county of San Bernardino.