United Way 101
How many counties does United Way of Southeast MS serve?
4
This group of companies runs their workplace campaign in August to set the pace for the 2024-2025 campaign.
Pacesetter Companies
Through this United Way SEMS program, children from birth to age 5 in Forrest, Lamar, & Marion counties can receive a book in the mail monthly.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Who is the CEO/President of United Way SEMS?
What counties does United Way SEMS serve?
Forrest, Lamar, Marion, and Perry
This is what an employee completes ( either on paper or electronically ) when making a donation to the Workplace Campaign
Pledge Card
This phone number connects people in need to a community resource specialist in their area who can put them in touch with local organizations that provide critical services that can improve—and save—lives.
A. 911
B. 112
C. 211
This United Way SEMS fundraiser gives participants a chance to win $100,000 while also supporting our mission.
$100k Payday
How many years has United Way SEMS served our local community?
85 years
Tab on United Way SEMS website where all of the campaign materials are located
How many Partner Agencies does United Way SEMS serve?
11
Give an example of a fun incentive to offer to your team for those that participate in the workplace campaign.
Answers will vary.
Examples: a day off, raffle prizes, pie a manager in the face.
This committee consists of community volunteers that meet to assist the United Way Board of Directors to allocate funding to high-performing, nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services aligned with United Way's impact areas.
Community Impact Committee
A donor who gives $1,000 or more a year
Grand Giver
These 8 trails in our local parks consist of a series of 10 interactive signs offering parents and caregivers an opportunity to engage children in learning activities while playing in parks and recreational areas.
Born Learning Trail
Where are the 2024 Summer Olympics taking place?
Paris, France
What are United Way SEMS' 4 impact areas?
Education (Youth Opportunity) , Health (Healthy Community), Economic Mobility (Financial Security), and Support Services (Community Resiliency)
This is awarded to an individual at the Annual Meeting who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and leadership, including implementing creative fundraising activities to increase results, mentoring others, and sharing best practices during their workplace campaign.
Campaign Coordinator of the Year
Answers will vary
What does the acronym ALICE stand for?
Asset Limited Income Constrained, Employed