United Way In The News
Board Member Input – The United Way: Active in the Community Year Round!
As a United Way Board Member, I am constantly amazed at the generosity of our community. There are times when we are able to contribute, and other times when we are the recipients, who may someday wish to contribute. The United Way is there for all of us. While we...
Board Member Input – Why Workplace Campaigns Are Important
Why should companies participate in a workplace campaign? A workplace campaign is an easy way to give back to the community that can be a lot of fun. When I first took over the workplace campaign for Husco in Whitewater, I was shocked by how many people wanted to...
Board Member Input – Inspiration Through Helping People!
I have had the honor of being a United Way Board Member for several years. During this time I have been inspired by the Director and the Board for their dedication and leadership to continue to build a strong community and help ALL people in need. Each year we...
Board Member Input – United Way’s Important County Role
Over the course of the past year, I have utilized the term “ecosystem” on a more frequent basis as we look to and envision the future of the County. An ecosystem is defined in two ways 1) a system, or a group of interconnected elements, formed by the interaction of...
Director’s Thoughts – Pride in this Work
People often ask me if it's hard that so much of my job is focused on fundraising (aka, asking people for money). I've always been able to very easily and quickly answer that question with a genuine, truthful "no." Why? Because I know how important our United Way...
Board Member Input – Get Involved In Fundraising Events!
United Way of Jefferson & North Walworth Counties (UWJNWC) fundraising events create a unique intersection of the public, volunteers, business owners, and UWJNWC staff and board members. These events help the community understand UWJNWC’s role in improving the...