Participating in the United Way Workplace Campaign is a meaningful way to support Vision Wheels while maximizing your impact in the local community. By donating your vehicle or contributing through payroll deductions, you can help enhance education, health, and financial stability for those in need. Your generosity will not only support essential services but also offers potential employer matching to amplify your contribution.
With campaigns running annually from September to November, this is the perfect time to engage and make a difference. Donations can be made through payroll deduction or as one-time gifts. Vehicle donations are particularly impactful, and will be directly attributed to your workplace campaign, streamlining the process of giving and receiving recognition from both United Way and your employer.
How to activate this channel
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Check your employer’s participation in the United Way workplace-giving campaign and see if they offer vehicle donation options. This information can usually be found in your HR portal or benefits documentation.
Step 2: Choose Your Donation Method
Decide whether you would like to donate your vehicle directly to the qualifying local United Way chapter or an agency supported by United Way. You can also opt for payroll deduction or a one-time monetary gift.
Step 3: Complete the Donation Form
Fill out the necessary forms detailing your vehicle donation or monetary contribution. Ensure you provide accurate information to facilitate the issuance of the IRS 1098-C form, which will be sent to you for tax purposes.
Step 4: Submit Your Donation
Submit your completed donation form to your local United Way chapter or through your employer’s workplace-giving platform. If donating a vehicle, follow the specific instructions for vehicle donation.
Step 5: Track Your Impact
Once your donation is processed, monitor your contributions through your employer’s platform. This will allow you to see how your support is helping the community while also qualifying for any available matching contributions.
×Impact multiplier
When you donate a vehicle or contribute financially to Vision Wheels through the United Way workplace campaign, your impact is multiplied. For example, if your company matches donations dollar-for-dollar, a $500 donation becomes $1,000. Furthermore, when vehicles are donated, they provide additional resources that help fund vital community programs addressing education, health, and basic needs. The combined efforts create a robust support system, ensuring those in need receive not just immediate assistance but also long-term solutions.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Smart Giving
- Global Impact
How to check eligibility
To determine if your employer participates in the United Way workplace-giving campaign, consult your HR department or review your benefits enrollment materials. Most full-time employees are eligible, but specific criteria may vary depending on your employer’s guidelines.
Georgia workplace-giving context
Georgia is home to several Fortune 500 companies and a strong presence of United Way chapters, making workplace-giving a vital part of our community culture. Local trends show increasing participation in workplace campaigns, allowing generous contributions to flow into essential services that support education, health, and financial stability throughout the state.