FAQ About UWLC

Q: What is United Way of Laurens County?

A: United Way is a non-profit community investment organization, seeking to improve lives by mobilizing the community to create lasting changes in conditions. United Way of Laurens County seeks to provide for the greatest need of the most vulnerable people in the community. We achieve this by garnering resources and allocating them to partner agencies that have been evaluated and deemed to be the best recipients that will enact the most lasting positive changes. United Way raises money each year in an annual campaign and generates revenue through grant writing. In addition, the organization secures in-kind support from the community. These financial and in-kind resources are returned to the community in ways that attempt to reach the most people and do the most good.

Q: Who runs United Way of Laurens County?

A: United Way is governed by a local board of directors and utilizes numerous community volunteers. There is also a small support staff: Amanda Munyan, Director; and Whitney Robertson, Manager of Campaign & Events. Community members make up the volunteer pool, and give their time, talents, and money to increase the quality of life for Laurens County citizens.

Q: Can I designate my contributions?

A: United Way understands that some donors choose to direct a portion of their gift to a specific agency. Although we process these donor-directed contributions as a service to our donors, United Way is unable to guarantee how designated funds to a specific agency will be used or ensure measurable results by the recipient agency. Any agency receiving designations must be a 501(c)3 organization and must comply with the United States Patriot Act operation. Agencies are reviewed each year by an independent auditor, who verifies that our financial statements fairly present the financial position of United Way of Laurens County.

Q: Why should I give to United Way?

A: When you give to United Way, you help provide solutions to the most critical issues in our community. You become part of a coordinated, community-wide effort that brings about changes that matter most where you live and work.  United Way maximizes your gift by combining your contribution with others and strategically investing in results-driven programs and initiatives that improve lives and change community conditions.

Q: Why is giving to United Way of Laurens County the best way to contribute in our community?

A: There are several reasons why your contribution to United Way is the best way to help the most people in our community. These reasons include:

  • Your United Way contribution is an investment in your community, thus you are helpingprovide solutions to the most critical human needs in our community.
  • Community volunteers carefully review each United Way partner on an annual basis.Their oversight ensures partners adhere to sound fiscal practices and that your contribution is invested in programs that make an impact in our community.
  • When you give through your workplace campaign, your contribution can be spread out over the course of a year though payroll deduction, making it easier for you to be a partner in addressing critical needs in our community.
  • Together we can get results that no one person can get alone.

Q: Is my United Way contribution tax deductible?

A:  Yes, your contribution is tax-deductible if you itemize your deductions.

Q: How  is United Way of Laurens County held accountable?

A:  United Way prides itself on being a trustworthy and accountable organization. A volunteer committee of financial experts meets year-round, monitoring the organization’s financial position. We maintain high standards of operation and are reviewed each year by an independent auditor, who verifies that our financial statements fairly present the financial position of United Way of Laurens County.