They advise on regional issues and develop county-wide strategies for United Way. Campaign volunteers network with their contacts to link United Way to local businesses in order to raise the funds that are returned annually to the community. They receive intensive training in public speaking, account management, sales skills and team building. First Call for Help TM volunteers are trained as information and referral specialists, linking callers to community resources such as food pantries, child care and health providers. United Way's Community ResourceBank advisory panel helps expand the reach and effectiveness of this program.
Businesses donate gently used office furniture, equipment and supplies to area nonprofits.
Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and IT volunteers advise United Way on key issues in those areas.