Worcester Business Journal

54 Giving Guide 2025 Worcester Business Journal www.wbjournal.com FUTURE GOALS United Way of Central Massachusetts (UWCM) is activating a transformational journey focused on impact, relevance and sustainability to ensure all can thrive in our community. is fiscal year we will: · Increase access to nutritious food and essential health resources for vulnerable populations; · Expand opportunities for youth to thrive through education, safety, and mentorship; · Support financial stability for families through partnerships in housing, employment, and basic needs; · Invest in programs that address systemic barriers and advance opportunities for all; · Deepen community engagement through inclusive, year-round volunteer opportunities; · Reinforce donor relationships through personalized and meaningful engagement; · Leverage community impact success to amplify diverse revenue efforts; · Increase brand awareness and digital engagement to grow our reach and relevance FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES UWCM is evolving to meet today's challenges and tomorrow's needs. As we transform toward greater impact, relevance, and sustainability, our events now combine celebration and fundraising with hands-on community involvement as demonstrated at our Annual Celebration this past June. We are proud to be the oldest nonprofit to lead workplace campaigns: customizable corporate donation opportunities that align with business values, boost employee morale, and build a stronger local community. To host a campaign, contact christy. kosak@unitedwaycm.org. Our Women's Initiative (WI) kicks off each fall with Stepping Up for Girls (October), empowering female leaders and strengthening adolescent girls through mentorship, education, and financial literacy. It is followed by our signature WI event, Power of the Purse, which raises critical funds for the year. We also host an annual Community Impact Showcase, highlighting the outcomes made possible by donor investment. Now more than ever, your financial support is critical. With rising needs and funding cuts affecting vital services, we rely on donors and partners to sustain programs that provide food, shelter, aer-school support, financial security, and crisis response. Every dollar creates real, local impact. To sponsor or participate, contact leah.larson@unitedwaycm.org. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Investing in our community keeps In this time of deep economic uncertainty, your support matters more than ever. e rising cost of living and widespread funding cuts have le thousands in our region vulnerable, with real and growing needs. As a trusted global brand rooted in Central Massachusetts, United Way stands apart: we unite people and resources to deliver real, local impact. Our annual appeals, during winter and spring, raise essential funds, while online donations are gratefully accepted year-round. We welcome in- kind contributions for seasonal efforts, including the T& G Santa Drive, our year-round appeal for YouthConnect where seven agencies collaborate to support teens in the city and the Tiny Homes project for seniors and their families. Yet, it is unrestricted funds that allow us to continuously support youth opportunities, financial security and a healthy, resilient community so all can thrive through UWCM's Community Impact Fund. Donations through mail or online are always accepted, greatly appreciated, and impactful. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteerism is at the heart of UWCM's mission to build a stronger, more resilient Central Massachusetts. We connect individuals, schools, and businesses with meaningful opportunities to give back year-round. Our Day of Action on Sept. 12 the region's largest day of volunteerism, brings together over 1,000 volunteers to complete 70+ nonprofit-led projects.. Beyond that, our Volunteer Center at volunteer.unitedwaycm.org matches volunteers to community needs all year long and is available anytime. At our fundraising events, we now integrate hands-on Community Impact Projects so guests can actively participate in service while supporting UWCM and the community. e Women's Initiative seeks volunteer mentors for Dollar Scholar sessions—empowering girls ages 9–14 with financial literacy and life skills throughout the school year. And our WooServes summer program broke records this year when 129 high school students preregistered to GIVE BACK for six weeks of service. Get Involved. Give Back. Take Action. Explore opportunities today. Contact Idaliana.Medina@unitedwaycm.org United Way of Central Massachuse¡s Elizabeth Helenius, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Community Impact Committee Chair Rev. Clyde Talley, Belmont A.M.E. Zion Church, Treasurer Sheilah H. Dooley, Pernet Family Health Services, Inc., Clerk BOARD MEMBERS Jill Adams, Appfire CMO, retired Brian Allen, CMO, Worcester Public Schools Ché Anderson, UMass Chan Medical School Doug Belanger, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1445 Joseph Carlson, Central Mass Labor Council Dr. Matilde Castiel, City of Worcester Kelly Daige, Skanska USA Building Muthukumaran Jeevanantham, Saint- Gobain Abrasives, Inc. Dr. Aarti Madan, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Victoria McCandless, UMass Memorial Health Kay McNamara, College of the Holy Cross alumni Sherri Pitcher, Notre Dame Academy Gina Plata-Nino, Food Research & Action Center Alex Richardson, The Base Geoffrey Spofford, Lian Zarrow Christopher Watson, Webster Five Dr. Greg Weiner, Assumption University Edward H. White, Consigli Construction 18 Chestnut Street, Suite 530 Worcester, MA 01608 Phone: (508) 757-5631 unitedwaycm.org Full-time Employees: 13 Annual Revenues: $10.5million Year founded: 1920 MISSION STATEMENT To connect people and resources to improve the community in Central Massachusetts. SERVICE AREA Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Brookfield, Douglas, East Brookfield, East Douglas. Grafton, Holden, Hubbardston, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Northborough, Northbridge, North Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, West Boylston, West Brookfield and Worcester TOP FUNDING SOURCES 1. State and Federal Government Grants, 50% 2. Corporate contributions and workplace campaigns with individual donors, 35% 3. Foundation Support, 15% Timothy Garvin President and CEO Dan Mastrototaro The Hanover Insurance Group Board Chair

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