United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County October 2020
Mother and child at computer.

How is virtual learning possible for children in shelter?

United Way fights to bridge the digital divide.

Did you know? 23% of Milwaukee households do not have internet access. COVID-19 has shown us that access to technology is a basic need. 

United Way and partners are working to bridge the digital divide with a new initiative: Techquity.

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Featured Stories
Image of a front porch.

This is the #1 cause of family homelessness.


A United Way partner through the Safe & Stable Homes initiative is ending family homelessness by providing much-needed support during one of the most traumatic experiences a family can face.
 

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Give & Win Sweepstakes

It's probably not the reason you give...


...but it doesn't hurt either :D Check out the amazing prizes you can win when you make a new or increased donation to United Way's Community Fund.
 

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Your Donation in Action
99%
...of adults who participated in United Way-funded disabilities programs improved their daily living skills.
49,028
Adults and families benefitted from United Way-funded employment and housing programs last year.
5,400+
Local students received school supplies through United Way's Backpack Coalition in 2020. 
Events & Opportunities
Ongoing
Volunteer to meet urgent community needs - virtual or in-person
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Ongoing
Write a note of encouragement for community members at risk of homelessness.
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Oct. 18-23
Share your voice in a community conversation for Project Homeless Connect.
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Oct. 27
The Future of Employee Engagement: learn more about Salesforce Philanthropy Cloud
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Oct. 27
Technology United Virtual Member Connect
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Oct. 27/29
Volunteer with LINC to help end family homelessness
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Oct. 28
Virtual Event: How Creating an Equitable Workforce can Help Build your Business
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Oct. 28
Lunch & Learn event: Getting Beyond Paycheck to Paycheck
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Oct. 28
Emerging Leaders Fall Panel: Learn about the March on Milwaukee
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Dec. 10
2020 United Way Campaign Closing Celebration
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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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