Give to the Community Fund and volunteers will see that your contribution goes to meet that need if you indicate that interest on your pledge card. They have not been a member in Island County since 1984. United Way agencies pass strict test of their financial management and the worth and legitimacy of their program. Even though agencies receive money from other sources, United Way funds are often the core of their yearly income. United Way membership is also an important endorsement of the quality of an agency.
Volunteers review agency budget and service plans for human care needs.
Information and agency visits are the basis for funding decisions. United Way funded agencies are used by people at every income level and state of need. Even though United Way support is substantial, it covers only part of the average agency's needs. One way to cover this shortfall is by charging a fee to people who can afford to pay. Most United Way agencies have a sliding fee scale based on an individual's income level.