United is the Way
Today, so many of our neighbors in Clallam County are working hard to overcome barriers and get ahead. Somewhere in our community:
- A working parent is looking for a way to make this week's paycheck cover the growing cost of groceries, prescriptions, and housing.
- A middle-schooler is struggling to find a way to stay focused in class because she didn't get a nutritious breakfast this morning.
- A high school grad is searching for a way to turn his diploma into a good-paying job and a promising career.
But they're not alone. Together, with our community-serving partners and supporters like you, we can connect people to the opportunities they need to reach their full potential and make our community a place where everyone can thrive.
No challenge is too big for us to take on when we work together.
Because, United is the Way™.
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A Purpose Beyond Profit
Why Run An Employee Giving Campaign
Study after study shows that in today's job market, employees want to work for companies that demonstrate a social conscience, and in positions employees feel are meaningful. This is especially true of Millennial and Gen Z workers, who now make up the bulk of the workforce. Running an employee giving campaign with a community-driven organization like United Way, can give employees the sense of meaning that is in the top 3 reasons people switch jobs. A 2023 study found that 44% of younger workers (Gen Z and Millennials) would consider taking a pay cut in order to work for a company that shares their values!
"Times have changed and employees no longer want outdated corporate social responsibility initiatives and a lack of action. ...They want to work for companies [that] work to tackle the world's greatest challenges, and they want to play their part. Otherwise, they'll leave." Paul Polman, former Unilever CEO
Make a Real Impact
With deep roots in Clallam County, United Way has the network and expertise to move your purpose forward and make your impact go further. With a comprehensive view and deep local expertise, we’re your partner in mobilizing communities to action so all can thrive. Whether focused on educational opportunity, financial security, or health access, we advance solutions with the greatest potential for lasting change. Partner with us to energize your employees, engage your consumers, and elevate your community!
"When you give to United Way of Clallam County, you're not just contributing to a single cause - you're helping create lasting change for individuals and families across our entire community." -Christy Smith, CEO United Way of Clallam County
What Your Dollar Can Do
No matter the challenge, United Way’s comprehensive approach and community roots mean we can find a way forward. We’re here to strengthen communities every day, advancing financial security, providing opportunities for young people, and improving health for all. Our comprehensive approach means when you team up with us, your generosity has greater impact.
$50 per paycheck
Can provide a month's rent to a family facing homelessness.
$20 per paycheck
Can provide afterschool care for the child of a working single mom.
$15 per paycheck
Can provide a month of transportation to a recent Peninsula College grad working hard to turn their degree into a well-paying job and a career.
$10 per paycheck
Can provide new bedding, hygiene items, and food to a newly sheltered veteran.
$5 per paycheck
Can provide mental health therapy to someone recovering from substance misuse disorder.
$2 per paycheck
Can provide clothing for a victim of domestic violence to wear home from the hospital.
Learn About United Way's Impact
Our mission is to strengthen our community by helping people live safe, healthy, and productive lives. From strengthening local resilience to advancing health, youth opportunity, and financial security, United Way of Clallam County is working towards a future where every person in every community can reach their full potential. Visit our Impact page to learn about the three areas where we are making the biggest impact in Clallam County: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, and Financial Security.
How an Employee Giving Campaign Can Impact Your Workplace
Employee Satisfaction and Retention
With shared values and social responsibility being so important to employees, workplace giving programs are one clear way that employers can show workers and job-seekers alike that they are the right fit. And with the cost of hiring and training new employees, it's important to remember that employee giving programs have been shown to have a positive impact on employee satisfaction and retention. In fact, offering just one employee giving program has been shown to raise employee satisfaction by 12 points!* Nearly 30% of employees surveyed also say that employee giving programs were a factor in booth choosing and staying in their current position.*
*Fidelity Charitable, Giving in the Workplace
Customer Loyalty
It's not only employees who want companies to make the world a better place, consumers want that too. Studies have shown for years that consumers prefer to support companies that are committed to making a positive impact on their communities, but you might be surprised by the numbers!
What are Employee Giving Campaigns?
Employee giving campaigns allow employees to easily engage with and give back to their community by making donations to United Way of Clallam County via payroll deduction. 100% of donations stay in Clallam County! Each employee chooses the amount they wish to give; some employers choose to make an employer match as part of their corporate giving or corporate social responsibility program, though this is not required.
During the multi-week fundraising campaigns, (which typically run between September and December of each year) United Way representatives present information to about the critical work United Way does in the community and the impact of the previous year's campaign. Each workplace campaign is different and can be tailored to that company's workplace culture and needs. Examples include: campaign themes, goals, challenges, events, contests, and more!
"I support United Way because I believe United Way is so closely connected to the real needs in our community and is well equipped to make a meaningful difference for those in need." -Donna Pacheco, Employee Campaign Coordinator, Olympic Medical Center
Some of our Employee Giving Campaigns:
