Campaign Leader Toolkit
WELCOME, campaign leaders
As a campaign leader, you've decided to help those in our communities who need it most.
As you speak with your colleagues, remember that you're not simply asking them to donate... you're rallying them to join a united solution. What does that mean? It means working together to invest in proven programs, local nonprofits, and an equitable future. Here are the tools you'll need to run an effective workplace campaign.
Thank you for partnering with us and making a lasting difference.
For more information and resources, contact Jessica Barry at jessica.barry@unitedwayri.org or (401) 444-0640.
Eight steps to a successful united way campaign
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ESTABLISH SUPPORT
FROM THE TOP
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SET GOALS AND
TRACK RESULTS
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RECRUIT YOUR
CAMPAIGN TEAM
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PLAN YOUR
CAMPAIGN
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EDUCATE YOUR
FELLOW EMPLOYEES
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CONDUCT A LEADERSHIP
GIVING CAMPAIGN
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ASK EVERYONE
TO GIVE
8
SAY
"THANK YOU"
Campaign Tools
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Presentation Agenda
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Branding
Logos
For Print
- CMYK Horizontal Logo (jpg)
- CMYK Horizontal Logo (pdf)
- CMYK Horizontal Logo (png)
- CMYK Vertical Logo (jpg)
- CMYK Vertical Logo (pdf)
For Swag
- One-Color Horizontal Logo – Blue (pdf)
- One-Color Horizontal Logo – Blue (png)
- One-Color Vertical Logo – Black (png)
- One-Color Vertical Logo – Blue (jpg)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Black (jpg)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Black (pdf)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Black (png)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Blue (jpg)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Blue (pdf)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – Blue (png)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – White (pdf)
- Special Use Horizontal Logo – White (png)
For Screens
Rethinking how one of R.I.’s largest nonprofits can grow
The Boston Globe
In October, [Idrees "Lanre"] Ajakaiye was appointed the new chief development officer at... United Way of Rhode Island where he'll be in charge of helping... United Way achieve its current strategic plan, which outlines the nonprofit's investment of $100 million over five years to help achieve racial equity.
City Council gives final approval to $10M reparations budget
Providence Business News
A two-yearslong effort to bring racial reparations to Providence achieved a milestone Wednesday... The approved funding largely mirrors recommendations set forth by a city panel based on community input, but with one major change that shifts some money into a COVID-19 Equity Fund to be managed by United Way of Rhode Island.
How you can save money amidst Rhode Island Energy rate hike
ABC6
With rates rising starting Oct. 1, Rhode Islanders have many ways to save money and energy this fall... [For] anyone... need[ing]... financial assistance... United Way of Rhode Island’s 211 service may help... 'We’re here to help the community navigate resources,' said Courtney Smith, director of... 211... The service is available online at 211 United Way of Rhode Island or over the phone.
New Survey of R.I. Nonprofits Highlights Dire Need
As Rhode Islanders… prepare to participate in Giving Tuesday, the results of a new survey paint a stark picture of the challenges facing the state’s nonprofit sector. Local community-based organizations continue to provide services for communities still facing pandemic-level needs, while facing inflation-driven costs and inadequate staffing caused by the physical and emotional toll of the last two years.
United Way of Rhode Island Appoints Four to Its Board of Directors
Four community leaders have been appointed to the United Way of Rhode Island Board of Directors… Elected for three-year terms are David Bonenberger, president, Rhode Island Energy/PPL Corporation; Anthony Botelho, senior vice president, team leader, Washington Trust; Courtney Hawkins, health and human services industry executive, Salesforce; and Yahaira “Jay” Placencia, senior vice president, private client advisor, Bank of America.
I. Lanre Ajakaiye Joins United Way of R.I. as Chief Development Officer
Following a broad, competitive search for its chief development officer, United Way of Rhode Island has hired a community leader known to be an innovative changemaker. The organization has chosen Idrees “Lanre” Ajakaiye, who brings a deep, diverse range of experience to United Way’s work to transform the future by building racial equity and creating opportunities for all Rhode Islanders.
UPCOMING EVENTS
401Gives Open House
Join us for a 401Gives Open House on Thursday, Dec. 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Rhode Island College. Learn about Rhode Island's statewide day of giving and how your fabulous nonprofit can be a part of it.
Information sessions will be held at 4:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.
This event is free and open to the public.
The State of the RI Nonprofit Sector
Join United Way of Rhode Island and Grantmakers Council of Rhode Island for a virtual conversation about The State of the RI Nonprofit Sector on Friday, Dec. 16 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Together, we'll explore the challenges facing Rhode Island nonprofits. We'll also discuss opportunities to build capacity and support nonprofit work in 2023.
This event is free and open to the public.