Unite for Change in Your Workplace
Two Ways to Connect Your Team and Make a Local Impact
Are you searching for an opportunity to promote giving in your workplace?
Partner with United Way of Berks County to engage employees through two unique programs: workplace giving campaigns and team volunteering opportunities. Communities thrive on the work of organized volunteers and donors like you to revitalize Berks County and share compassion with those in need.
70%
of Reading School District students in the Read Alliance program gained a year of growth in reading proficiency.
43,700
local youth benefited from after-school programs, mentoring, and child care.
80+
funded programs, initiatives, and grants empowered youth, built stability, strengthened health and supported people in crisis
“This is a great program for Veterans and those who are struggling. It is so good to see that there are organizations like the United Way. It also feels good to work for a company that has relationships with these organizations.”
Joe Alexander
Penske Transportation Solutions
Workplace Campaigns to Build Teamwork and a Better Berks
A workplace campaign is your company’s simplest way to do good—together.
These campaigns are a company-led effort that invites employees to support United Way of Berks County through payroll deduction, one-time gifts, and optional team fundraisers. It’s easy to participate and it creates a measurable, local impact right here in Berks County.
How workplace campaigns reshape the community and your organization
People want to work for companies that care about their neighborhood. A workplace campaign turns good intentions into inspiring action with a practical way to forge relationships and network in the community.
Employees receive
- Simple, easy ways to donate
- A strong connection to Berks County issues and solutions
- More pride in their team and an opportunity to boost morale
- Inspiring opportunities to volunteer and create hands-on impact
Workplaces receive
- Higher employee engagement rates through shared purpose
- Positive brand visibility as a local leader and partner invested in Berks County
berks county receives
- Invaluable support through United way of Berks County’s 80+ programs and services
- Specialized grants to support community needs and development
- Essential leadership programming designed to cultivate the next wave of volunteer nonprofit leader
- Valuable leadership development to raise the next generation of nonprofit visionaries
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How it works
You don’t need committees or significant project plans. You just need a point person and a plan that fits your workplace. We’ll help you develop both.
Together, we’ll:
- Choose a workplace Point of Contact (POC)
- Pick a campaign style: in-person, virtual, or hybrid
- Decide how employees give: e-pledge, paper, or both
- Launch with a simple message
- Keep it engaging with stories, updates, and optional incentives
Making an Impact is Easy for Everyone
Most employees opt to give through payroll deductions, making it effortless to contribute a small percentage each pay period instead of a single, large gift. Any contribution per week can:
- Provide meals for a senior
- Support early learning
- Prevent summer learning loss
- Provide emergency shelter
Support is Always Available
You’ll have a Relationship Manager from United Way of Berks County to curate a personalized plan, access to Campaign HQ materials, optional Loaned Campaign Specialist support, and help from our marketing team.
We’ll guide you through the small details, so you can focus on the big picture with your team.
ready to launch a workplace campaign?
If you’re considering launching your first campaign, we can walk with you through the steps to make a plan that fits your company culture and goals.
Volunteering Events
Discover how your organization can make a difference. Utilize our opportunities and resources throughout the year, each designed to help you contribute to community needs.
DIY Kits
Kits are a great way for organizations to volunteer. They can be assembled by employee and community teams, or through a donation drive followed by a coordinated group project.
Not sure where to start? Many teams volunteer and give through workplace campaigns or get started with one at a time.
Build Stronger Employers and employees for a better berks
Whether you’re interested in launching a workplace giving campaign, planning a team volunteer experience, or exploring both options, our experts will help you develop a program that fits your workplace.