United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County JUNE
2021
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The Power of

the Community Fund

You have the ability to help hundreds of thousands of people each year.

What if you had $500 to give to the charity or nonprofit of your choice, who would get your money and why? We know there are so many important causes you want to support--it’s not an easy decision.

There is one simple thing you can do today to create lasting change in our community.

What YOU Can Do

Plus: Learn how your donations are helping people in our community like Daisy, Mercedez, Victor, and Reyna. Watch their videos.
 

Featured Stories
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Racial Equity Oversight Advisory Council

United Way is forming an advisory council focused specifically on racial equity and justice. Advisory members will represent the communities we seek to benefit and support through investments. Members are invited to join not because of title or rank, but because of demonstrated personal commitment to racial equity and justice.

Learn More & Apply

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It’s Official!

United Way recently became a member of the National Diaper Bank Network. This network connects 200+ community-based diaper banks that collect and distribute free diapers to families. We are grateful to those who have stepped up and made a financial donation or held drives to collect diapers and wipes in our four county community!

Join Us

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#HowAreYouLivingUnited?

Social media is all about staying connected to the people and activities that matter most to you. We invite you to join us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Follow. Like. Share. It’s how you can show the world that you Live United!
 

Stay Connected
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Set Students Up for Success

In the fall of 2020, United Way provided more than 5,000 essential school supply kits to local students because of the contributions to our Backpack Coalition. We are once again asking for your support for 2021-22 school year. Your $15 donation helps fill a backpack with grade-appropriate school supplies.

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Your Impact by the Numbers
18,255
To date, over 18,000 diapers and over 28,000 wipes have already been donated to our NEW diaper bank to support local families.
 
$905k
United Way invested over $900,000 to address the COVID-19 academic slide by supporting summer reading programs, tutoring, camp programs, and more.
6,159
Even during a challenging year, United Way connected volunteers to over 6,000 volunteer experiences in our local community.
 
Events & Opportunities
Ongoing
Volunteer to meet urgent community needs – virtual or in-person
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June 23
Philanthropy Cloud: Employee Engagement Solution
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August 5

Save the date! Philanthropic 5 Awards

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United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our local community.
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