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Why give to United Way?
United Way is more than a single organization. Giving through United Way makes it easier to give to
multiple charities and/or charities of your choice. Payroll deduction makes it easy.
How much of your money goes out to the national office?
Each year UWMM gives 1% (a penny of each dollar) to the national office.
What is pledge loss?
Every year, a certain percentage (currently 10.4%) of pledges made to United Way is never collected
due to employees leaving jobs, layoffs and shutdowns. UWMM encourages companies to introduce a new
hires program to lessen the amount of pledges lost.
Does United Way fund abortions?
No. None of the United Way funded organizations provide abortions. Funds designated by donors are directed
to the appropriate designation.
What does the United Way do in addition to raising money?
In order to maximize the effectiveness of its stewardship role, United Way has undertaken a new, proactive approach
to defining and addressing community needs. We are now identifying the root causes of problems and are looking to
change the conditions that led to the problems in the first place. United Way works with businesses, government,
non-profit organizations, and individuals to affect change in the community. United Way also assists non-profit
agencies with recruiting, training volunteers, along with providing resources in the areas of management, technical
assistance, training and leadership.
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