July 6, 2016
Dear Employee Campaign Coordinator:
I am very excited to serve as your Voluntary United Way Campaign Chair for the upcoming 2016-2017 year. Having
been active in giving to the United Way in the past I am keenly aware of the need in our community and the benefits
they provide. This year 29 agencies within our region are being supported by United Way Alberta Northwest,
providing 30 programs that focus on making communities stronger, reducing poverty and empowering children to be
successful.
As the name implies, United Way Alberta Northwest supports a huge region. From Grande Cache to the Northwest
Territories boarder and from the BC border to Slave Lake. The funds raised in any community in this region stays in
that community. As a donor you can specify the region you wish the funds to be used for and United Way Alberta
Northwest will make arrangements to fulfill each donor’s request. This is because the United Way represents you.
We recognize the need in our communities has increased over the years and the United Way strives to provide funds
to each of our Community Partners. The requests for funds are always increasing and without continued support,
our partners have added stresses to run their much needed programs.
Donations received are greatly appreciated because we know it makes a difference in all aspects of the community,
from your neighbours and co-workers to family & friends. If you have donated in the past, “Thank you”, and we hope
you will continue or increase your contribution for the upcoming year. If you haven’t given in the past, please consider
starting this year as someone you know may need your assistance. 1 in 3 individuals benefit from the programming
funded by the United Way. Change starts here…. Are you in?
Yours truly,
Rob Petrone
2016-17CHAIR and
BOARD MEMBER
#213, 11330 106 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7X9 | P. 780 532 1105 | [email protected] www.unitedwayabnw.org
WHAT IS UNITED WAY?
United Way brings together research, resources, funding, and people to
create permanent solutions to needs in Grande Prairie and the Region.
WHO DO WE HELP?
GIVE
Together, we are inspiring people to
come together to make a lasting difference in our local communities.
Our United Way serves an area of roughly one quarter of Alberta, from
Grande Cache to the NWT border and from Slave Lake to the B.C.
border. We focus on ensuring the funding we provide our community
partners has significant positive impact in our communities and is
based on outcome measures and identified need.
For maximum community impact we focus on Poverty Reduction, Strong
Communities, and Successful Kids. We believe that to address those
issues in a meaningful way, we will need to increase our resources.
VOLUNTEER
Every day volunteers across the country
come together to make a lasting difference in our communities by contributing their time, expertise and talents.
Volunteers are critical to our operations
To examine the programming, which has significant community impact,
we need to identify and support areas where our communities have
and we wouldn’t be able to inspire
change without you.
debilitating issues currently not being addressed.
ACT
Awareness and advocacy are key elements in creating change. United Way has become a trusted voice for our communities
to influence and shift public attitudes, policies and systems. It’s easy to participate in your community when you feel passionate about a cause and participating is rewarding.
HIV North
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HEALTHY PEOPLE, STRONG COMMUNITIES
The focus of ‘Healthy People, Strong Communities’ works to engage and
mobilize residents to take collective action to improve access to and availability of the resources needed to revitalize and strengthen neighbourhoods.
United Way invests in programs that help create neighbourhoods that are
vibrant, where residents can experience a sense of safety and well-being. We
assist residents to identify community strengths and leverage resident knowledge, skills and experience to help neighbourhoods become stronger.
FROM POVERTY TO POSSIBILITY
Poverty is a far-reaching, complex issue. It is also a lasting one. Once in the
Programs and services for:
o Community mental health services
o Independent living
o Domestic violence
Priority populations supported:
o Seniors
o People with disabilities
o Children
o Aboriginal people
o New immigrants
Programs and services for:
generations.
o Employment and skills development
o Affordable housing and transport
o Food access and community food
o Emergency shelter access
United Way is committed to ensuring access to immediate support for
Priority populations supported:
cycle of poverty, it is extremely difficult to overcome and can continue for
of poverty.
o Homeless people
o Single parents
o People with disabilities
o Aboriginal people
o New immigrants
ALL THAT KIDS CAN BE
Programs and services for:
families and individuals. We invest in numerous programs across our
region to give people the ability to stabilize, avoid or move out of the cycle
To be successful, independent adults, children and youth need a good
start in life, access to early literacy and development programs and to
graduate from high school. They benefit from recreational activities, mentor relationships and opportunities to discover and develop their talents
and interests.
United Way partners with all levels of government, the business community, human service organizations and community members to identify,
address and alleviate the barriers children and youth face.
o After school initiatives
o Family nutrition
o Child and youth mental health
o Youth leadership development
o Supportive adult relationships
o Parent and infant relationships
o Camp, recreation, arts and culture
o Homework and mentoring
Priority populations supported:
o Children (0–6), youth (6–12), young adults (13–24)
o Parents and caregivers
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WHY DO I GIVE
TO THE UNITED WAY?
With United Way, it’s not about supporting one cause. In fact, it’s something far more profound. Each and every contribution
becomes part of a major community building effor that works to achieve an inspiring vision. It’s a vision where we all live with
financial stability and independence, where all neighbourhoods are safe and residents have a sense of well-being, and where
all children are getting the right start in life and have the support they need to get them through the middle years and their
high school graduation.
At United Way, we bring together oganizations, businesses, governments, and community members who care about the
issues we face in Northwest Alberta, to make every effort possible to turn the vision into reality. We are currently partnering
with organizations in the social service sector, delivering key community impact programs and inititives. It is why, with United
Way, donations and support go farther and wider than any other charitable investment a community member can make.
That’s what a shared vision is about and what it takes to be the change we all want to see in our community.
To accomplish those goals, the United Way depends on volunteers like you
to ensure we have a successful campaign. We know the best Campaigns
are run with open and honest dialogue, and hope that you will never
hesitate to bring any concerns or questions forward for discussion. We want
you to look back on this time as a truky great experience.
- Mike O’ Conner, 2012 Campaign Chair
WHY DO WE GIVE? BECAUSE...
o “My single donation reaches more people with more impact than it
would have on its own.”
o “My money stays in my community, supporting my neighbours.”
TAX SAVINGS
o Alberta has the highest tax allowance
for donations in Canada.
o A total annual donation to registered
Canadian Charities of less than $200
result in a tax benifit of 17%.
o A total annual donation to registered
Canadian Charities of more than $200
results in a tax benifit of 50%.
o “United Way can bring people and dollars together.”
o “I know my donation is allocated to agencies who do great work.”
o “I can afford a small amount off of every pay cheque. Without that
benefit, I would not be able to support my community.”
o “I like the fact my company matches my donation. It makes me feel like
they care about my community.”
“I donate because 1 in 3 people use services funded by the United Way.”
- Fletcher Bootle, Board Member
o “I live here. We should all be proud to support our own communities.”
o “I know my donation stays in my community.”
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UNITED WAY ALBERTA NORTHWEST
2016 SPECIAL EVENT IDEAS
Most workplace campaigns have one -two special events to create enthusiasm and build momentum. These may include a kick-off
event, early bird draw, and a final draw. Events should not take away from the employee pledges and are best scheduled after the
pledge forms have been distributed. To help with your special events, United Way Alberta Northwest (UWABNW) has supplies
available e.g. banners, balloons, aprons etc.
Special Events should be:
• Limited in number – These events can be time consuming for you and your Campaign Committee members. Having
fewer, more exciting events is always a better choice.
• Awareness builders – Each special event held should help raise awareness about UWABNW and your workplace
campaign. Get in contact with us to find out more information about any of our charities that you may want to focus on for
this event.
• Fun and free – Employees do not wish to be asked to donate repeatedly throughout your workplace campaign. Events
that cost money, e.g. silent auctions should always be held at the end of your campaign.
• Food Safe whenever food is being prepared and served. We have the rules and regulations at our office and ready to
provide to you if needed.
Special Event Ideas include:
Pancake Breakfast and Barbeque
Make this part of your kick-off event as in introduction and awareness session. Invite senior executives to help serve
pancakes that day.
Casual Day with “I’m dressed this way for United Way”
UWABNW can provide stickers for this event. You can also make it a costume day. We ask that you not refer to this day
as “Jeans Day” which is a specific fundraising event for BC’s Children’s Hospital.
Competition/Challenge
A competition based on increases in participation, or dollars, even the first group to turn in all pledge forms can be
conducted between departments, floors or locations within your workplace. You may also challenge another organization
within your industry/sector/office building.
CEO Challenge
Your CEO/senior management commits to doing something unconventional such as sing karaoke or dressing in costume if
a stretch participation or dollar goal is achieved.
Bake Sale
Employees contribute baked good to be sold at work.
Chili Cook-off
Employees donate money in order to sample and cast votes for their favorite.
Relay/Minute To Win It
Minute To Win It or childhood games in a timed, relay format are fun and can be a great team builder. See our Minute To
Win It Game Sheet for different game ideas.
Hidden Talents Show
Employees perform silly, hidden talents, e.g. drinking water while standing on head, reciting the alphabet backwards and
impersonations.
Live or Silent Auctions
Auctions can be great fun. Dollars raised through auctions are not tax receiptable. Some examples of items:
• Homemade cookies or cheesecake
• Restaurant gift certificates
• Services gift certificates (e.g. car wash by co-worker)
On behalf of our community and those who benefit from the dollars you raise, UWABNW staff and volunteers would like to thank
you for your commitment to the role of ECC. Please contact us if you have any questions, concerns or need and help from us here
at United Way Alberta Northwest.
2016 COMMUNITY PARTNERS
United Way partners with local organizations to create opportunities for a better life for people that live right here. Together
we focus on healthy people and strong communities, solutions to reduce poverty and programming to help all kids succeed.
The impact our partners bring to the community is amazing.
FROM POVERTY TO POSSIBILITY
Nutrition and Wellness Program
GPPSEF Childrens Lunch Program
GP Schools Snack Program
Morning Snack Program at 3 Inner City Schools
GPYESS Sunrise House
Emergency Shelter for Youth Ages 12-17
Meals on Wheels
United Way Emergency Fund
Emergency Financial Support to Individuals at
Risk of Homelessness
High Prairie & District Food Bank
Food Bank, Education & Hunger Awareness
United Way Emergency Fund - Spirit River
Emergency Financial Support to Individuals at
Risk of Homelessness
Meal Delivery Program for Seniors and Shut-ins
HEALTHY PEOPLE, STRONG COMMUNITIES
Catholic Family Services
Parkinson Alberta Society / Multiple Sclerosis Society
Counselling Support
Administrative Support for Shared Office Space
Centre for Creative Arts
Seniors Outreach
CNIB
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta
Support for Visually Impaired
Spinal Injury Support Program
Disabled Transportation Society
P.A.C.E
Transportation for Disabled Persons
Rural Trama Team
HIV North Society
GP Hospice Pallative Care Society
Healing Arts Program Initiative (HAPI)
Street Outreach Program
Camp Tamarack
Youth and Handicapped Adult Camps
Support for Seniors
Support for Terminally Ill Individuals and their Families
High Prairie Friendship Center
Women's Healing Program
ALL THAT KIDS CAN BE
KidSport
John Howard Society
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Association
Society for Support to Pregnant and Parenting Teens
Youth Mentoring Programming
Advancing Educational Outcomes for Adolescent Parents
Cool Aid Society (Hillside and South Side Centres)
YMCA
Youth Drop In and After School Care
Virtual Y Afterschool Program for At Risk Youth
GP District Grief Support/Circle of Life
Stepping Stones Day Care Society
Camp Heal-a-Heart
Positively Me Program
IGNITE! North Peace Youth Support Association (Fairview)
Brighter Futures Society
Financial Support to Young Athletes
After School Youth Development
Tabano Centre
Promoting school readiness in children 3.5-5 years
Boys and Girls Club of Slave Lake
Programming for Children in a Safe Supportive Enviroment
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UNITED WAY ALBERTA NORTHWEST
2015 ALLOCATIONS
*ALLOCATIONS TO REGIONAL SERVICES
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Donor Information
First Name:
Initial:
Reg. Charity Number: 13179 1790 RR0001
Last Name:
#213, 11330 106 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7X9
P. 780 532 1105
[email protected]
www.unitedwayabnw.org
Company Name:
Contact Email:
I am proud to be a first time donor
When possible, contact me by email
I am a long-term donor of 10+ years
Sign me up to learn more about the impact of my donation
I am/will be retiring from my workplace and want to stay
connected with United Way
Address:
Retirement date
City/Prov:
P/C:
Contact Phone:
I would like my gift to go to:
Grande Prairie
Display name recognition as:
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Alberta Northwest _______________
$1,200 - $2,499
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I wish to remain anonymous
United Way will automatically issue a tax receipt for a gift of $10 or more
($47 x 26 pay periods)
$2,500 - $4,999
Silver
($97 x 26 pay periods)
Gold
($209 x 24 pay periods)
($193 x 26 pay periods)
$10,000 - $24,999
Platinum
($417 x 24 pay periods)
($385 x 26 pay periods)
Per Pay Period
$10
$25
$50
pay periods
x
Recipts for donations made through payroll are included on T-4 slips.
Additional Options
Complete only if you
have special instructions
OPTION 1 MAXIMUM POSSIBLE IMPACT
Please use my gift where it will have the most impact
Receipts for direct contribution will be mailed.
OPTION 2 TARGETED IMPACT
PAY IN FULL
Credit Card
($50 x 24 pay periods)
$5,000 - $9,999
PAYROLL DEDUCTION
Please deduct from my pay, equal installments for 1 year
$1 / day ($365)
Cash (enclosed)
Bronze
($105 x 24 pay periods)
Payment Methods
$8
Other $
(Region)
YOUR LEADERSHIP GIFT SHOWS YOU ARE
WILLING TO MAKE A SOUND INVESTMENT IN
WHAT MATTERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY
My Donation
This year, my total donation is:
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YOU CAN HELP YOUR COMMUNITY BE STRONG
BY GIVING TO ITS COMMUNITY FUND
Personal Cheque (enclosed, payable to United Way)
Visa
Mastercard
If your passion lies in certain areas, you can direct a portion or all
of your gift to the following priority areas:
All That Kids Can Be
Card No:
Expiry:
From Poverty to Possibility
Healthy People, Strong Communities
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$
$
PAY OVER TIME
Monthly
Other
Bill Directly
OPTION 3 You have the additional choice to direct gifts to
Quarterly (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct)
registered Canadian charities (The minimum designation is $25. A
Beginning
Credit Card
Visa
$12 fee per designation will be charged for processing gifts designated to
Mastercard
Postdated Cheque (enclosed, payable to United Way)
Card No:
registered Canadian charities.)
Agency
Expiry:
Charitable #
Make my pledge perpetual, until asked to stop
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Thank You!
Donor Signature
Signature:
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United Way respects your privacy. Your information is collected to admini-
Date:
ster transactions and meet your expectations. Please see our privacy policy
online at www.unitedwayabnw.org
THE ABC’S OF A
WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN
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A Workplace Campaign takes place when any number of employees band together to raise money for the United Way. Usually, this effort takes place with the support of management, but there are exceptions to that standard. A Workplace Campaign
is a very effective and affordable way for employees to give back to our community. Such a campaign can include elements
from any of the following, although we have listed the most efficient to the most labour intensive.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS:
o Raises the most money with the least work.
o Our office will supply you with pledge forms,
powers, brochures, etc., to make your job easier.
o Employees use a United Way pledge form to request
an amount of money to be taken off of each pay
period to be donated.
o Donations are before tax and are receipted on the
employee’s T4.
o Deductions can be any amount, but normally
range from $10 – $100 per month. We receive
some as low as $1/pay period.
Many organizations will hold events to supplement their workplace campaign. Events can be held anytime during the year,
regardless of when you run your campaign.
o Some organizations like to introduce their employees to the
United Way by running special events the first year. This is
the most effective when combined with the opportunities for
payroll deductions.
o Money raised through special events cannot be receipted as
per CRA rules.
o Can’t decide what kind of event to hold? Our office has many
great ideas that we have collected over the years. Our most
important advice? Choose events that do not involve a lot of
work, because the return can be disappointing.
o Payroll department handles the deductions, and
submits the total amount to the United Way
monthly, quarterly, or semi annually.
o Money is deposited into the United Way
CORPORATE DONATION
Perhaps you are not ready to start a Campaign, but still wish to
Community Chest unless employees have directed
make a donation. A corporate donation is always welcomed. It
their donation, such as to any registered Canadian
will not meet the criteria of a Workplace Campaign, but will
charity/charities.
qualify for other recognition programs.
PLEDGE DRIVE:
Very similar to payroll deductions, except that donations are not collected through payroll.
o One-time donations can be made with cash, cheques, or credit card payments.
o Monthly donations can be set up using electronic fund transfers (EFT’s) or monthly credit card payments.
o Pledge Drives are as much work as payroll deductions, but raise less money, as the amount employees can donate is
determined by the amount they have available the day they fill in their pledge form.
o Pledge Drivers can be matched by corporate dollars as outlined in best practices.
WHEN SHOULD YOU RUN YOUR CAMPAIGN?
The United Way Annual Campaign runs from September 15th to March 31st. However, your campaign:
o Should run when it is best for your organizations, regardless of the time of year.
o Prior to the beginning of your fiscal year makes deductions easier for your payroll.
o Don’t pick your busiest time, but also don’t pick a time of the year when employees may be earning less. Spring
breakup may not be a good time for oil and gas industries.
o Your campaign should be short—2 or 3 weeks only—with an identified beginning and end. Long campaigns lead to
procrastination and tired volunteers.
BEST PRACTICES FOR A GREAT CAMPAIGN
Workplace Campaigns are most effective when supported
motivator and many organizations hold pancake
by the employer or management team. Effective ways to
breakfasts, BBQ’s, and dessert days.
show support include:
Identify a volunteer to serve as Campaign Coordinator.
Ensure he/she receives your support and remember to allocate resources such as time to do the work. The Campaign Coordinator is the face of United Way at your Workplace. The enthusiasm and drive they exhibit will determine the success of the campaign. We provide Campaign
Coordinator Training, a must for first-time coordinations.
Match your employee donations with a corporate
donation. This could be:
o Organize incentives and draws. Your employees will
see that you recognize such community support
does come at a cost to them. incentives can include:
Each employees name in a draw for every $10
donation (the amount is up to you). Draw for
items with more prestige than cost, such as that
sought-after parking spot near the door for a year
or an extra day off with pay. If you are phasing
out computers or other equipment, consider
having them refurbished and used as a prize.
Grocery and travel vouchers are also popular.
o A set amount, such as up to $5,000
Show support for the Campaign and Campaign Team:
o A set match, such as $1 per $1, or $0.25 per $1
o Invite the United Way to your safety meetings and
o You are likely already making corporate donations to
the community. Re-directing some of those funds
shows support for your employees, yet remains
within your budget.
staff meeting to do a presentation. These are about
15 minutes long, and are effective.
o Ensure that you give your volunteers enough time in
their day to do a good job. Recognize them for their
efforts and be proud of the work they are doing.
Build team spirit by sponsoring events. Match the event
to your team’s interest, to generate support and funds:
Welcome new employees throughout the year.
o If your employees are young males, perhaps a Texas
Include a United Way pledge form in your new hire
Hold’em Tournament or a day at a paint-ball facility
packages. It’s a great way to introduce employees to
would generate interest. Food is an important
your company culture.
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EMPLOYEE CAMPAIGN REPORT
Organization Name:
Address:
City:
Postal Code:
Coordinator:
Phone:
Payroll Contact:
Phone:
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Payroll Deductions: Please fill out this report including payroll contact information. Attach the
white copy of the pledge form to this Campaign Report; forward the yellow copy to your payroll
department.
2. Enter cash/cheque/credit card, payroll pledges, Corporate donation or match, Special Event funds in
the appropriate column.
Number of Employees
Number of Donors
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Cash/Cheque/Credit Card
#
Payroll Pledges
Total
Employee Campaign
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Corporate Donation or Match
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Special Events (Non-Receiptable)
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Note:
The United Way Alberta Northwest will issue Tax Receipts for all cash/cheque/credit card donations upon receipt of $10 or more.
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SPECIAL EVENT FORM
Cash will not be accepted without completed form and signatures. Please photocopy completed forms for reference.
When possible, the United Way Alberta Northwest prefers to receive bank draft or comp cheques for special event funds.
Company: ___________________________________
$100 x ________ = ________
$50 x ________ = ________
$20 x ________ = ________
Event: __________________________________
$10 x ________ = ________
$5 x ________ = ________
Total Cash $ ___________
Toonies $2 x ________ = ________
Rolls $50 x ________ = ________
Dimes 10¢ x ________ = ________
Rolls $5 x ________ = ________
Loonies $1 x ________ = ________
Rolls $25 x ________ = ________
Nickels 5¢ x ________ = ________
Rolls $2 x ________ = ________
Quarters 25¢ x ________ = ________
Rolls $10 x ________ = ________
Pennies 1¢ x ________ = ________
Rolls 50¢ x ________ = ________
Total Coin $ ___________
# of cheques _______ Total Cheques $ ___________
Cheques payable to The United Way Alberta Northwest
GRAND TOTAL $ _____________
Envelope prepared by
Date
United Way Representative accepting envelope
Date
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