FAQ

 Why should I give?

 Your donations will help to ensure our community is a better place to live.

I don’t give to the United Way because I don’t use their services.

United Way dollars support over 27 services in Bruce & Grey County and we estimate that over 30% of Bruce and Grey residents access a United Way funded agency.

 Can I make just one gift to cover all Agencies and organizations?

Yes, this is one of the strengths of the Campaign, the United Way Community Fund. You are encouraged to consolidate your giving.  It is the best way to ensure your donation has maximum impact.

 Why is my donation best utilized by giving it to the United Way of Bruce Grey’s Community Fund?

The United Way of Bruce Grey’s Community Fund supports a cross section of services that help a wide variety of people in the community. A panel of informed community volunteers, make funding recommendations where they are needed most. Agencies are monitored to make sure the money is well spent.

If you want to support a specific United Way Member Agency you can indicate that when you donate.

I don’t support United Way because I don’t like one of the Member Agencies.

Everyone has different beliefs, needs and personal experiences about an agency or funded program. Your concerns can often be addressed by calling for further information.

 How much of my contribution goes to help people in the community?

You can be confident that your investment in the United Way will be handled wisely. Approximately 85 cents of each dollar you give to our Campaign goes towards helping people in our community.

 The Government should look after social services.

Governments rarely cover 100% of the cost of social services and many of the programs supported by United Way receive no government funding. Non-profit organizations have the ability to provide services more cost effectively than Government providers. The government looks to the United Way to cover gaps.

 Are the details of my contribution confidential? All information concerning your contribution is confidential. It is treated with the strictest confidence. The United Way of Bruce Grey does not trade, sell or distribute donor information.