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Campaign Benefits
Your Organization and United Way of Lake County:
A Win-Win Partnership
For more than 80 years, United Way of Lake County has been bringing people and resources together to improve lives in Lake County and its communities. We have a long tradition of partnering with the business community to advance our mission while helping our generous corporate partners achieve their philanthropic and business goals. Our Business partners know that a United Way partnership is a win-win partnership.
Builds brand image and goodwill.
As one of the most well-known and respected charities in the county, United Way is good company to keep. Partnering with United Way of Lake County demonstrates your organization's philanthropic values.
Serves as a powerful recruitment tool.
By demonstrating your organization's commitment to employee enrichment and good corporate citizenship, you attract stronger candidates.
Bolsters employee morale.
Having employees work together toward a common goal, helps break down divisional barriers and forge new, productive relationships.
Helps to identify and develop strong performers.
Assigning promising employees to plan and manage your campaign allow you to test their skills in the areas of team-building, communications, sales, project management and more.
Builds a winning mindset.
A victory in any environment lifts spirits and helps create a "can-do" attitude.
Provides essential resources for people in need.
As the leading non-governmental supporter of health and human services, United Way of Lake County is essential to the well-being of people throughout Lake County.
Address a wide range of issues.
From disaster relief to affordable daycare to substance abuse counseling to job training, United Way of Lake County answers the breadth of needs throughout Lake County.
Provide real answers.
All of United Way of Lake County's partner programs must meet the high standards we've set, including what matters most getting measurable results that improve lives. 92% of Americans today have a more positive image of companies and products that support causes.*
- Employees whose companies support social issues are 40% more likely to say they are proud of their company's values and nearly 25% more likely to be loyal to their employers than those whose companies do not have such programs. *
- Among Shareholders who rated a company's philanthropy favorably, 78% say they will continue to invest in the company. **
- More than 7 out of 10 Americans (75%) say a company's commitment to a cause is important when they decide which products and services to recommend to others. *
*2002 Cone Corporate Citizenship Study, The Role of Cause Branding (2002).
**National Philanthropy Benchmark Study, Council on Foundations & Walker Information (2002).
Ways to Partner with United Way of Lake County
Financial Gifts Corporate Gift Corporate Volunteerism Group Volunteer Teams (Days of Caring) Individual Volunteerism Loaned Executive to Untied Way |
Employee Education Opportunities Provide Lunch and Learn session to educate employees on our community issues and needs Special Event Sponsorship Golf Outing In-Kind Contributions Donate needed items through a product donation drive (food, school supplies, etc.) |
To learn more about how your organization can develop a win-win partnership in our community, contact Beth Maze at 847-775-1023 or beth.maze@uwlakeco.org.
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