Workplace Campaign

Employee Driven Corporate Philanthropy 

With a United Way workplace giving campaign, your employees can help your organization make a larger impact throughout the year through payroll deductions, volunteerism, community engagement, and much more. Hosting a workplace giving campaign is a strategic way to do the most good with a single contribution. 

The benefits of corporate philanthropy are tangible 

  • 78% of Americans believe companies must positively impact society in addition to making money.  
  • 66% of consumers would switch from a product they typically buy to a new product from a purpose-driven company  
  • 77% of employees say volunteering is essential to employee well-being 

Benefits of employee engagement are linked to

  • Improved productivity, safety, and efficiency  
  • Employee retention  
  • Happier employees, both at work and at home
  • Increased commitment and trust 

Your Campaign Will Also Include Access To

United to Volunteer

A free platform with volunteer opportunities for employees, with the capability to track hours and other metrics indicating staff engagement. 

ALICE Simulation

An in-person or virtual poverty simulation that walks employees through the day in the life of Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) in the Capital Region.  

21 Day Equity Challenge

Designed to create dedicated time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly those dealing with issues of race, power, privilege, and leadership. 

How it Works

A designated Campaign Champion and Campaign Committee within your organization works with a United Way Relationship Manager to run a campaign (typically 1-2 weeks) during which employees elect their payroll deductions.  

Payroll deductions can be made with our paper pledge form or online pledge site, making it easy for your payroll department. 

Workplace Campaign Benefits Include

  • Corporate recognition and ability to join a larger local network  
  • Social responsibility is connected to your community  
  • Employee freedom to designate donations to other charities

 

Contact Stephen Sheffer to get your workplace involved.