What does United Way do?
United
Way of Whiteside County is committed to improving lives and
strengthening our communities. We serve as a resource connecting people
to services and programs they need and through a yearly allocation
process, we ensure that your donated dollars are spent on programs that
are a high priority issue in our county.
Who do you fund?
United Way of Whiteside County funds 24 agencies with over 35 health and human services programs.
How does United Way make a difference?
United
Way works with community leaders to identify the root causes of our
communities’ high priority issues. Agencies and community volunteers
work together to achieve results that matter.
What are your overhead costs?
United
Way is committed to keeping overhead costs low so that your donated
dollars can make a difference in Whiteside County. In 2019 operational
and administrative expenses held steady at 30 percent.
Does United Way give money to church affiliated agencies?
United
Way does not fund any religious activities but does fund health and
human services programs within church affiliated agencies.
Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
If
your personal donation is over $250 you will receive a tax receipt at
the end of January. If your donation comes through payroll deduction we
cannot issue a receipt because payments from the employer are not
broken down by individual donor amounts.
