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United Way Newsletter - March

Posted on Friday, 22 March 2024

The power of alignment

We are weeks away from a major celestial event and moment in history. As an anticipated 500,000 visitors flock to our region, public schools close, and hundreds of community organizations prepare events and eclipse glasses distribution, we wait in excited anticipation for the solar eclipse!  

As you witness the moon aligning with the sun for 3 minutes and 38 seconds, think about the power of alignment. Our communities' challenges and obstacles sometimes overshadow the light of hope and possibility. We can address our most pressing challenges when we align our resources, talents, and passions.   

Imagine what’s possible when we connect our shared resources to eclipse our greatest challenges. 

We create a brighter tomorrow when we align.   

Thank you for your continued involvement—whether engaging in our 2024 campaign, joining a Day of Caring team, or amplifying the program's work with multi-year grants

May we always strive to shine as brightly as the sun, even in the face of temporary shadows. 

Things to Know

Teams gathering to kick off the 2023 Day of Caring in Genesee County

Teams gathering to kick off the 2023 Day of Caring in Genesee County

Registration Open for Day of Caring 

Both nonprofit agency and volunteer registration are now open for our annual Day of Caring! This May 23, we will celebrate 30 years of mobilizing volunteers across our region. Thousands of volunteers will complete hundreds of nonprofit projects. 

Register your nonprofit project, or your team for a day of giving back. Learn more and register

Tax Season 

Tax Day is just around the corner. Explore tax-savvy ways of giving with United Way, from IRA Charitable Rollover/QCD and stock to cryptocurrency and

Your Impact in Action

Multi-Year Impact Grants

April 1 is the deadline for our Community Impact Multi-Year Program Grant applications! Our Multi-Year Program Grant supports impact-driven multi-year community programs that engage one or several impact areas: youth opportunity, healthy community, community resiliency, and financial security. Apply today.
Impact-Driven Events
With our campaign year in full swing, our events calendar is filling up, especially for our Leaders United members. Be sure to watch our events calendar for opportunities to connect and learn more about how we can help our communities thrive. Not yet a Leaders United member? Learn how you can become a member.

Bonus: ESL is empowering leaders to give back. When you give a new or increased gift as a Leaders United member, ESL will match new and increased donations up to $250,000.

Get Involved

RIT students and staff assemble 2,000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to benefit Boys & Girls Club, Center for Youth, and YWCA as part of their 2024 United Way campaign

RIT students and staff assemble 2,000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to benefit Boys & Girls Club, Center for Youth, and YWCA as part of their 2024 United Way campaign

Connect with our corporate partnership team 

78% of people are more likely to work for an organization that leads with purpose. We have helped hundreds of organizations achieve their community impact and engagement goals. Our team is available to connect your organization’s generosity, talent, and energy with our resources. From kit-building and group volunteer opportunities to workplace campaigns and cause marketing, there are a number of ways to engage with United Way in 2024. Learn more about all the ways we can partner.  

And Let’s Not Forget… 

We are hiring! Get a feel for our company culture by following us on social (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram).