Ways To Give
- Through a Workplace Campaign
- Donate Online
- Text IMPROVE to 40403
- Find creative ways to give
- For other methods call (912) 651-7700 or email Jenny Grusheski at [email protected]
Workplace Campaign
Workplace campaigns are much more than just collecting money. They bring awareness of local issues facing our community to local businesses.
Our community needs are evolving and so are our campaign options. We rise to the challenge and give help then, now, and always. YES, you should have your United Way campaign, and YES we are here to help with THREE EASY OPTIONS.
Campaign Options:
- In Person Campaign
- Virtual Campaign (contactless)
- Blended Campaign
For more details download here.
Download the entire United Way Champion guide.
Graphics and Print Materials to Use and Share
- Campaign brochure (Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Brochure.pdf ) *image preview
- Employee pledge form (Link: https://app.mobilecause.com/form/ukSr3g?vid=b2i4j )
- Online pledge form (Link: uwce.org/give )
- Prize giveaway form (Link: https://app.mobilecause.com/form/n7d0Gg?vid=b2ic9 )
- Zoom backgrounds (Link the ones already on the campaign hq)
- Flag
- Live United
- Step N Repeat (yellow)
- Step N Repeat (white)
- Instructions
- 2020 Impact *(include, but don’t link. Page not finished yet)
Materials to Help You Plan the Campaign at Your Workplace
- Your role as the United Way Champion at your workplace
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Your-Role.docx ) - Invite United Way to speak at your team meeting
(Link: [email protected] ) - Sample messages and emails to share with your coworkers
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SAMPLE-EMAILS-AND-TEXTS.docx ) - Best practices for a successful campaign
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Best-Practices.docx ) - Frequently asked Questions
(Link: uwce.org/faq )
Designation policy
- (Link: uwce.org/designationpolicy )
- 2021 funded nonprofits
(Link: uwce.org/fundednonprofits ) - Herschel V. Jenkins Trust Fund
(Link: uwce.org/hvj )
*image preview should look something like this. Height/alignment must be the same (like the first three, not the last)
County Service Centers
- Link Inserts for each *image preview like above
- Bryan County
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Bryan-County-Insert-2021.pdf ) - Effingham County
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Effingham-County-Insert-2021.pdf ) - Liberty County
(Link: https://uwce.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Liberty-County-Insert-2021_v2.pdf )
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Giving Societies
CARING CLUB®
Become a Caring Club® member by donating an undesignated gift to the Community Fund of $182 or more. Caring Club® members qualify for special savings at participating businesses in the Coastal Empire that recognize United Way’s impact in making our community stronger. Cards are mailed in late April to the address provided on the pledge form. See participating businesses.
YOUNG LEADERS
Members are 40 years and younger contributing a minimum of $365 or 14 hours of volunteer service tracked through United Way Volunteers. The group offers leadership development, volunteer opportunities, and networking events. Learn more.
BEACON SOCIETY
These donors demonstrate leadership with a deep commitment to making our community a better place by giving a minimum gift of $1,200. Couples may combine gifts for membership. Beacon Society members are acknowledged by name each year and have exclusive events. Learn More.
WOMEN UNITED®
Created and led by women of the Beacon Society, this group engages and inspires other women leaders to provide access to transportation for women and children through annual fundraising efforts. Learn More.
LOYAL CONTRIBUTORS
Having made a faithful investment in bettering the lives of others, these donors have contributed to any United Way for 10 years or more. Join by giving today, and come along with us as we serve the Coastal Empire! Learn More.
Your Resource Development Team

Kim Tanner
VP of Resource Development

Kyle Harding
Development Director

Kristen Crawley
Development Director

Jenny Grusheski
Project Director
County Staff

Mary Fuller
Bryan County Area Director

Kayce Masaniai
Liberty County Assistant Area Director

Elizabeth Waters
Effingham County Area Director
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