1. We purchase proven services
   No other organization focuses on the broad spectrum of critical community needs addressed by United Way. We are more than fundraisers. We change lives by researching the needs of our local community and convening resources and people to solve the toughest issues.
2. Increased employee morale
   Companies that run annual employee campaigns document higher morale and teamwork. Employees learn about services provided by United Way and work together to plan and engage in fun activities to raise money as a company: barbecues, raffles, games, and special incentives for donors, like jeans day or parking in an executive parking space.
3. A healthier community
   Central Florida benefits from healthier residents, even those not employed in your business. Your business will prosper more in a healthier community.
4. Tax benefits
   Donations to United Way are tax-deductible.
5. Community recognition
   When you run a United Way campaign you join thousands of community leaders and hundreds of other companies who have come together to support their neighbors. These companies demonstrate social responsibility the results in a positive brand lift.
6. Your money is safe
   Community volunteers annually review funded services. Performance and impact on community needs influence all funding recommendations by Community Impact Teams.
7. It’s easy
   Giving couldn’t be easier. Payroll deductions, cash, check or online donations make it simple and convenient to turn the simple act of giving into a huge impact on the lives of our neighbors in Central Florida.
8. Your gift stays in Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties
   United Way is on the front lines of the needs in our community, providing basic needs and supporting health, education and financial stability programs that improve lives and strengthen our community.

When you choose to support United Way, you and your employees become a part of a larger community effort. Together, we do more than any one organization can alone.

Learn more about workplace campaigns

Become a Pacesetter by contacting Vice President of Resource Development, Stacy Walsh at (863) 648-1500, EXT. 238 or stacy.walsh@uwcf.org.