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What is the United Way Campaign?
Through its annual fund-raising campaign, the United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties helps support 27 health and human service agencies in those counties. These agencies don’t have the resources to mount elaborate fund-raising campaigns on their own; therefore, their survival is dependent on the funds they receive from the United Way. Each year, these agencies’ services affect the lives of thousands of individuals who need a helping hand. The United Way, in cooperation with WVU, is authorized to administer the West Virginia State Employees Combined Campaign for University faculty and staff.
How are contributions distributed?
Contributions that are not designated for specific agencies on employees’ pledge cards are allocated to the 27 agencies according to the recommendations of a 47-member Citizens’ Review committee. Comittee members make their recommendations after spending weeks visiting each agency and reviewing services and financial operations. Final approval of the recommendations is made by the United Way’s board of directors.
Does any of the money raised go to the United Way of America?
No. Services for the local campaign are purchased from the United Way of America using interest income, not money raised through contributions.
What is the cost of administrative overhead?
The local United Way administrative overhead is approximately 15 percent, a percentage cost much less than when member agencies do separate fund-raising.
How do I make contributions?
Return a completed pledge card to your department’s or school’s coordinator or call 293-8761 for the name of your coordinator.
Who oversees the campaign?
The campaign is coordinated through the WVU Center for Civic Engagement. For more information about the CCE, please visit their site at http://cce.wvu.edu.
