Donors can give to the United Way of the Great Basin with confidence because:
Funds stay locally – contributions to the Community Fund are tracked by the donor’s home zip code, and remain within that zip code, supporting programs in that community. Contributions to Community Impact Areas remain with the region the donor selects, either Elko/Eureka/White Pine Counties or Humboldt/Lander Counties, supporting the Impact Area selected by the donor.
The Partner Agencies who receive grant funding through the Community Fund are required to provide quarterly reports showing where and how the money was spent, how many people were served, and how the program made a difference in people’s lives.
Any donor is welcome to contact the United Way of the Great Basin at any time and ask for proof showing how their donation was invested. In addition, our finances, policies, and procedures are fully transparent, meaning donors have the right to see and comment on any aspect of our operation.
Why Donate to the United Way
of the Great Basin?
Local
The United Way of the Great Basin is stand-alone non-profit corporation serving Elko, Eureka, White Pine, Lander and Humboldt Counties, all donations are tracked by home zip code, and remain in the donor's community. Furthermore, the United Way is governed by a board of directors compromised of local residents just like you, and community volunteers make the funding decisions.
Stewardship
Only well-managed, financially the responsible non-profit agencies are invited to partner with the United Way. The required accreditation process is extensive and critical of every aspect of the agency's management, operations and governance.
Accountable
The United Way of the Great Basin is accountable to our donors and the communities we serve. We welcome your involvement, suggestions, and questions. Our contact information is listed on the website.
Transparent
The United Way of the Great Basin is fully transparent with all aspects of its operations and finances. See our web site for our current financial statements and IRS form 990. Have questions? Call us!
Responsive
The United Way, working with partner agencies and other community entities, is responsive to th ever-changing needs of our communities, and has a unique ability to quickly adapt to make sure critical needs are met.
Competent
The United Way of the Great Basin's staff has the management and financial expertise to ensure not only the United Way, but all its partner agencies, are well-managed and held to the highest standards of operation for non-profit agencies.
Responsible
Once a program is allocated funding, the United Way holds the agency accountable for every penny, ensuring all funds are used for the purpose it was granted.
Effective
The work of your United Way and its partner agencies produces objective, measurable results. Results are constantly monitored, measured and reported at least quarterly.
Efficient
By utilizing workplace payroll deduction campaigns and a grant process, fund-raising and administrative costs are minimized for the entire community and all the partner agencies of the United Way.
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