Workplace giving

engage employees, build a spirit of teamwork, and increase morale

More and more, employees and customers are attracted to companies that are committed to the community and create opportunities for them to connect with the causes they care about most.

Workplace giving programs are a great opportunity to engage employees, build a spirit of teamwork, and increase morale all while making an impact on the community.

Provide safe in-person and virtual giving opportunities that employees can feel good about.

Build culture and leadership

Build you company culture and opportunities for leadership development and teamwork.

Educate employees

Educate employees about the local challenges we face and how they can help solve them.

Support CSR goals

Support your Corporate Social Responsibility goals and show your commitment to the community.

Offer volunteer opportunities

Offer individual and team volunteer opportunities to further engage employees and see your impact in the community grow.

The value of giving

An annual workplace giving program is a great way to engage employees and connect them to your CSR program and values.

Giving to United Way makes a difference. Employees who give are making an investment that benefits the entire community, not just one program, issue, or population. This leads to a stronger, more sustainable place to live and work.

Support from your workplace giving program makes it possible to find innovative solutions to the root causes of our most pressing needs. United Way leverages these contributions by combining them with others and strategically investing in programs and initiatives to maximize the impact for the community. Spreading giving throughout the year via employee payroll deduction or mobile giving makes it easier to increase someone’s donations while still staying within their personal budget.

Giving + volunteering = homerun

You can multiply the impact of a workplace giving program by engaging employees in volunteering. In fact, companies see a 57% reduction in turnover among employees who engage in both volunteering and workplace giving. In addition, many professionals at our workplace giving partners choose to engage with United Way on their own time, joining a giving society or affinity group.

The value of volunteering

For many businesses, offering employees volunteer opportunities conveys the importance of social responsibility to staff and the public, as well as strengthens teams and build a culture of service. United Way of Rhode Island’s volunteer project consulting service curates on-site or off-site activities to:

• Improve teamwork
• Build camaraderie
• Benefit the community

Volunteer program concierge service

As your project consultants, United Way’s volunteer coordinators work to determine your exact service goals, then create a personalized plan to match. We specialize in:

• Developing a sustainable, in-house volunteer framework
• Customizing onsite, offsite and virtual service projects — both episodic and ongoing
• Connecting you with a growing network of businesses and nonprofits that are changing lives in the Ocean State
• Identifying skills-based volunteer opportunities for individuals and small teams

Start a workplace giving program. It’s an easy way to build culture and community engagement.

Email about workplace giving

United Way of Rhode Island will partner with you to develop a customized workplace giving program that aligns with your corporate values, as well as the interests of your employees. We will provide guidance and support to assist you in building your fundraising team and running an effective giving and volunteering program.

For more information, contact Sylvia Mburu at sylvia.mburu@unitedwayri.org.

In the News Press Releases In the News See all news

Five Questions With: Roshni Darnal

June 6, 2023

Providence Business News

Roshni Darnal is the director of community investments for United Way of Rhode Island… where she manages the organization’s strategic direction to address the needs of Rhode Islanders through its grantmaking processes… Darnal spoke with Providence Business News about those grantmaking changes and what it means for the nonprofit community moving forward.

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FCARI: Prescription Delivery Services for Seniors

May 10, 2023

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, 89% of adults 65 and older take prescription medicine. For seniors who have mobility issues or are unable to leave their homes to go to the pharmacy, using a prescription delivery service is a simple solution.

This resource provides seniors and their caregivers with the top prescription delivery services, information on financial assistance options, and guidance on choosing the best service for their specific needs. Learn more at: www.caring.com/best-prescription-delivery-services/

PBN announces 2023 Best Places to Work honorees

April 28, 2023

Providence Business News

Sixty-seven honorees, including United Way of Rhode Island, have been named by Providence Business News for its 2023 Best Places to Work Awards program… The honorees will be recognized June 7 for their efforts in a ceremony at Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick in Warwick, where the company rankings in each category will be announced.

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Press Releases See all press releases 09 Nov

Rhode Islanders Can Find Help With Medicare Open Enrollment

United Way of Rhode Island is offering assistance to those age 65 and older and adults with disabilities who need help enrolling in or reviewing their Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans for 2024 coverage. The current open enrollment period ends on Dec. 7 and is the only time at which individuals can make changes.

Read more 06 Nov

Medicare Open Enrollment Events 2023

United Way of Rhode Island is offering free assistance to those age 65 and older and adults with disabilities who need help enrolling in or reviewing their Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans for 2024 coverage. In addition to the community events listed here, individuals can find help with Medicare open enrollment by calling the Point at (401) 462-4444.

Read more 22 Sep

Statement on Rhode Island Afterschool Network Transition

United Way of Rhode Island is excited to announce that the Rhode Island Afterschool Network (RIAN) will expand its efforts effective October 1, 2023 with Rhode Island Foundation serving as its fiscal sponsor.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

See all events 26 Jan

VITA and EITC Economic Empowerment Kick-off

Friday, January 26, 2024, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Southside Cultural Center of Rhode Island, Providence Join us for Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day and kick off Rhode Island’s 2024 statewide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Unite with committed leaders and volunteers who make this initiative one of the leading drivers toward economic empowerment. Register 09 Feb

National 211 Day Celebration

Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the
Southside Cultural Center of Rhode Island, Providence
National 211 Day is an opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions made by 211 in connecting individuals and families with vital resources and support.

This occasion not only celebrates the dedicated efforts of the 211 team, but also highlights the profound difference 211 makes in the lives of countless community members. Please register by Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Register