Empower families to rise above crisis, find stability, and unlock the path to a brighter, more prosperous future

When you and your colleagues choose to support United Way, your contributions go even further in strengthening our community. Through a powerful network of nonprofit organizations, corporate, government, and community partners- and thousands of donors, volunteers, and advocates - we can drive lasting change in Bay County!

We’re excited to show you the difference your support makes.

Explore our campaign toolkit, filled with helpful resources to make your workplace campaign a success!

Tips for running a successful campaign

  • Get Leadership Buy-In

    Meet with your company or business leader(s) to explain the campaign’s purpose and impact.

    Ask for their visible support - emails, kickoff speeches, or matching donations.

  • Build your Campaign Team!
    Recruit a few passionate coworkers to help plan and promote the campaign.
  • Set Clear Goals

    Decide what success looks like: total donations, participation rate, volunteer hours.

    Use past campaign data (if available) to set realistic and motivating targets.

  • Plan a Kick Off Event

    Host a fun and informative launch breakfast, lunch-and-learn, or virtual meeting.

    Invite a United Way representative or someone impacted by the programs to speak.

  • Educate & Inspire

    Share stories of how United Way helps local families, youth, and ALICE households.

    Use videos, flyers, and social media to keep the message fresh and engaging (all found on the campaign toolkit)

  • Make Giving Easy

    Provide clear instructions for payroll deductions, online giving, or paper pledges.

    Offer incentives like raffles, dress-down days, or team competitions.

  • Keep the Momentum Going

    Send regular updates on progress and shout-outs to departments or individuals.

    Share impact stats and thank donors throughout the campaign.

  • Celebrate & Say Thank You

    Host a wrap-up event or send a heartfelt thank-you message.

    Recognize top contributors and share the final impact of the campaign.

  • Evaluate & Improve

    Gather feedback from your team and participants.

    Document what worked well and what could be improved for next year.

Application For Funding

All applicants must first review and sign our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) before submitting their application. You will be asked to upload a signed copy of the PDF to the application form.
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