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. Computer Technician Assistant volunteers are needed to load donated PC s with updated software and extract useable components from older computers that will be available to non-profit agencies for a small fee. Volunteers must have a technical knowledge of PC repair and upgrading as well as knowledge of Windows 95 installation techniques. Knowledge of printer repair techniques is preferred. This service provides information and referral about human services throughout Maryland, connecting people with the help they need.