WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN OVERVIEW
A workplace campaign is one of the most powerful ways our community comes together to create change. Through a United Way of Anderson County workplace campaign, employees have the opportunity to support local impact by making a charitable gift—often through convenient payroll deduction. Each employee chooses the amount they wish to give; some employers choose to make an employer match as part of their corporate giving or corporate social responsibility program, though this is not required.
Workplace giving makes it simple to invest in the causes that matter most. Employees can pledge a portion of each paycheck, often pre-tax, and many companies choose to match employee gifts—doubling or even tripling the impact. Whether you’re a small business, large corporation, public agency, or nonprofit, a workplace campaign is an easy way to demonstrate your commitment to strengthening our community.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
During the multi-week fundraising campaigns, (which typically run between September and December of each year) United Way representatives present information to about the critical work United Way of Anderson County does in the community and the impact of the previous year's campaign. Each workplace campaign is different and can be tailored to that company's workplace culture and needs. We encourage specific campaign themes, goals, challenges, events, contests, and more!
Studies consistently show that in today’s job market, employees are increasingly seeking employers that demonstrate social responsibility and offer meaningful work. This is especially true for Millennial and Gen Z workers, who now represent the majority of the workforce. Running an employee giving campaign with a community-focused organization like United Way can provide employees with a sense of purpose—a key factor in job satisfaction, and one of the top three reasons people change jobs. A 2023 study revealed that 44% of younger workers (Gen Z and Millennials) would be willing to take a pay cut to work for a company that aligns with their values.
Your donation can go directly to the United Way of Anderson County and we will use it to serve the greatest needs. You can also designate it to any 501(c)(3) in Anderson County!
Contact Madelyn Rivest (madelyn@uwandsc.org) to learn more about how your workplace can give back to the community. Our workplace campaigns can be easily adapted to all sorts of industries and businesses. Whether it is 5 employees or 5,000, we want to give your organization the opportunity to give.
Payroll deduction is one of the simplest and most effective ways to give:
- Allows employees to contribute small amounts each pay period
- Spreads giving throughout the year
- Eliminates multiple fundraising requests\
- Avoids large, one-time financial commitments
- Automatically pauses if paychecks stop
It’s convenient, flexible, and impactful.
WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN RESOURCES
Click on the Workplace Campaign Guide to see an overview of how a campaign is run. You can also contact Madelyn Rivest (madelyn@uwandsc.org) if you have any questions.
Inside You'll Find:
- An example campaign timeline
- Tips on how to run a successful campaign
- Best practices
- Frequently asked questions
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Click on the links below if you need help sending a company wide email.
Click the links below to download the United Way Logo. Please do not alter our logo, tilt it, or extract any of the graphic elements contained in the brandmark.
Click the link below to download the standard pledge form. If your business needs modifications, please email madelyn@uwandsc.org.
Click the links below for flyers about United Way, ALICE, SnackPack, and our 211 System.
The video below is our 2026-2027 Campaign Video. This year's theme is Building a Legacy of Impact. By donating to United Way, you're building your legacy and helping other families do the same. Please share this video with your staff so they can understand more about United Way of Anderson County.
THANK YOU FOR RUNNING A WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN!
AIM
Anderson Free Clinic
Anmed Health
City of Anderson
Habitat for Humanity
Michelin US10, US2, US8
People's Bank
The Champion Center for Special Children
John S Rainey Generating Station
Anderson County Library System
Anderson Oconee Speech and Hearing
Attaway Inc.
Countybank
Maynard's Home Furnishings
New Foundations
QuikTrip
The Lot Project
Upstate Warrior Solution
Anderson School Districts 1-5
Anderson University
Cancer Association of Anderson
First Light
Meals on Wheels
Park National Bank
Safe Harbor
Tri-County Technical College
YMCA
First Citizens Bank