GIVE.
Campaign
The goal for the 2009– 2010 campaign has been set at $470,000. This goal was established to help address local needs by supporting programs of our partner agencies. While this goal provides funding for programming, it does not meet all the funding needed to care for our community.
This year more then ever, we need the support of companies, individuals, and corporate givers. We have seen an increase in requests for food, healthcare, transportation, utilities, gas, and housing.
The United Way recently conducted a community needs survey in partnership with the Isabella County Collaborative Council. The survey was conducted by the CARRS (Center for Applied Research and Rural Studies) program at Central Michigan University. The findings were not surprising. The number one need identified in this survey of over 400 residents was assistance with healthcare. While many of us may have healthcare as an employee benefit, many do not. We also found that while residents may have funds to pay for housing, gas, food, etc., it is that unexpected prescription, hospitalization, test, or other medical problem that puts them at risk for not affording basic need expenses.
Your contribution to the United Way provides crucial funding for programs that give people a hand up not a hand out. What Matters Is You and your support to change lives.
Over 21 percent of the residents of Isabella County live in poverty. Many describe that they struggle with everyday life occurrences and find it difficult to make a living wage. Those of us that have a job and have income for recreation, travel, and other luxuries need to be grateful. If you have $10 a week or just $1 a week that you could give to help others, please consider it. We have over 65 organizations that conduct an employee campaign. If you work for such an organization, payroll deduction is the easiest way to give.
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Donate?
Why should you donate to United Way of Isabella County? Because your donation stays right here in Isabella County and helps support local programs, which in turn build a stronger community.
Although you may not currently receive benefits from one of the many community programs available, statistics show that at some point in everyone's life they will either need assistance or know someone who does. Isn't it nice to know that your contribution will help your neighbors, friends, co-workers, or maybe your own family?
Your contribution, no matter the size, makes a big impact on our community. Below are some examples of how your donation matters.
Consider this....
- For the cost of a latte, only $3 a week, you can provide food for a family of 5 for 2 weeks.
- For the cost of a small toy, only $7 a week, you can provide up to 25 children with car seats.
- For the cost of a new shirt, only $12 a week, you can deliver 98 meals to older adults.
- For the cost of a movie for two, only $16.50 a week, you can fund 106 calls to help refer individuals to the services they need.”
Are there tax benefits?
Yes, your donation is a charitable contribution and can be recorded on your income tax.
Can I choose where the money goes?
Yes, you can select categories on the pledge card and/or write in a specific agency that you would like to designate your contribution to.
How can I make a donation?
You can contact the United Way office to receive a pledge card and informational material or you can download a pledge card from this website.
