Voices United
2025 Community Campaign
United Way’s 2025 Community Campaign runs now through December with a fundraising goal of $56 million!
This year's Campaign Co-chairs are Kurt Bechthold (Walbec Group), Steve Booth (Baird), Raquel Filmanowicz (VC 414), and Scott Lauber (We Energies) who are supported by our 2025 Campaign Cabinet.
Thank you to Baird for sponsoring our kickoff event!
If your company or organization runs a United Way workplace campaign, that is the best way for you to donate. If they don’t, you can still give to help us reach our 2025 goal.
United is the Way we build a strong community.
Connecting Art and Mental Wellness at SPREE: Shopping for Change
October 30, 2025
Natalja Yatsuka, a local artist who will be at this year's Women United SPREE: Shopping for Change, shares how art can inspire and help mental wellness.
Leaving a Legacy of Caring: Bob Ferriday’s Commitment to Community
October 20, 2025
Thoughtful planning today can shape a brighter future. Bob Ferriday III explains his decision to include United Way in his estate plans, and how each of us can leave a lasting legacy for our community.
Planting Seeds for Tomorrow: Betsy Forrest’s Legacy with United Way
October 20, 2025
Planned giving today means a healthier community tomorrow. Betsy Forrest explains her decision to include United Way in her estate plans, and how our legacies have the power to build a healthy community.
Our Stories: Why We Support United Way
October 14, 2025
Stories have the power to open hearts and minds, to spark change, and to build bridges between people and communities. They remind us of where we’ve been…and show where we can go.
Learn why Deidra Edwards, Josh Smith, and Jacqueline Whelan support United Way as they share their stories.
My Story: Why I Support United Way
September 29, 2025
Stories have the power to open hearts and minds, to spark change, and to build bridges between people and communities. They remind us of where we’ve been…and show where we can go.
Learn why Micah Ogé, a Pride United Co-chair, supports United Way as he shares his story.
Our Stories: Why We Support United Way
September 8, 2025
Stories have the power to open hearts and minds, to spark change, and to build bridges between people and communities. They remind us of where we’ve been…and show where we can go.
Learn why Danielle Bly, Julia Boss, Doris Wessels, and Charmyse White support United Way as they share their stories.
Family Homelessness Decreases After Five Years of Targeted Investments
August 25, 2025
By Krystina Kohler, Impact Manager, Safe & Stable Homes
How Rooted & Rising is Building a Stronger Future in Washington Park
August 20, 2025
Rooted & Rising’s annual Back to School Pop-Up & Resource Fair empowers families with school supplies, vital services, and community support — proving real change happens when we work together.
A Personal Story About Belonging—and Why I Believe in Giving Back
August 14, 2025
By: Alejandra Anastas, Planned Giving Officer & Retire United Donor Network Manager.