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Karen Burch, Vice President, Community Engagement and Marketing
email: karen.burch@uwdc.org     mobile: 941-713-0850.

United Way of Dane County holds virtual Women United Breakfast

MADISON (WKOW) -- The United Way of Dane County held its annual Women United Breakfast fundraiser event virtually Wednesday. The program is centered around Women United's commitment to the academic success of all young people in Dane County, particularly when it comes to racial equity and virtual learning this year. "We know that coming together in support of education is more important than ever. We know that education is one of the fundamental pieces to breaking the cycle of generational poverty," said Renee Moe, United Way of Dane County's president and CEO...
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‘Everyone wants to feel their voice is important’: United Way of Dane County launches campaign to help register, educate voters

MADISON, Wis. — A Dane County organization doesn’t just want people to vote, it wants them to realize their votes matter. The United Way of Dane County has helped lift the voices of the community for close to a century. This year, the organization is using its influence to bring more voices to the table that aren’t always heard...
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Plain Talk: The United Way's fundraising campaign is more vital than ever

Dave Zweifel | The Capital Times Sep 7, 2020 - The coronavirus pandemic has upended so much of our everyday activities and none more so than the many nonprofits that exist to help the very people who need them now more than ever...
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'Wise-Witnesses' Watch Over Protesters in Madison Crowds

MADISON, Wisc., (SPECTRUM NEWS) — In a continued effort to keep the protests on point — and from turning violent — a team of current and former city leaders are stepping in to help with nighttime demonstrations. United Way of Dane County CEO Renee Moe says about a dozen community leaders are standing on the sidelines wearing blue United Way masks, listening, and supporting non-confrontational safety measures...
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United Way of Dane County President and CEO Renee Moe Interviewed at Protests, 8/26/20

Interview with Renee Moe begins at aproximately 17:30
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5,000 reasons a month to give to the United Way

MADISON, Wis. (Wisconsin State Journal editorial board) — Calls to the United Way of Dane County‘s 211 nonemergency help line have dramatically increased during the coronavirus pandemic. Nearly 5,000 people called for assistance during July — a 55% increase from the same month last year. And 1,165 calls came in during the first week of August alone...
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United Way of Dane County Hopes New Community Campaign Can Raise 17.8 Million Amid Pandemic

MADISON, Wis. (SPECTRUM NEWS) — As non-profits see their revenue and donations dry up due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the United Way of Dane County says they are taking their community campaign virtual, in hopes of attracting potential donors...
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Editorial: United Way of Dane County is the power of many, working for all

MADISON, Wis. — In a way, it feels like United Way of Dane County has been preparing for a radically different annual campaign for some time now...
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See United Way in the August Issue of InBusiness!

Learn how UW Credit Union finds an prefect match with United Way of Dane County.
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A Message from United Way of Dane County’s CEO (June 12, 2020)

New report detailing financial hardship in Dane County

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The ALICE, asset limited, income constrained, employed, report released by United Way reveals that 30 percent of Dane County households struggled to make ends meet before COVID-19. Read more

Announcing Lead United

Built upon the foundation of Rosenberry Society and Key Club, Lead United is a new, unified network of community-minded individuals who Lead United in their workplaces, in our community and through their philanthropy. Lead United is about taking action to promote equity and support a Dane County where everyone can succeed in school, work and life.

Lead United members are invested, compassionate and focused on understanding Dane County’s critical issues and creating real, measurable change. Join by making an investment of at least $1 a day ($365 per year).

Additional benefits of membership include connections with other leaders, special events, curated volunteer engagements and opportunities to support your professional and personal development. 

Learn more about Lead United

What Can We Do?

Response to Community Unrest Over Racism, Police Use of Force, Protests and Riots

June 10th, 2020 – Rotary Club of Madison Meeting-
Guest Speaker is Fellow Rotarian Renee Moe

Wisconsin State Journal Guest Column

Renee Moe: Calls for help are skyrocketing during the COVID-19 pandemic, so please help

“Calls to United Way’s 211 information and referral helpline have skyrocketed in recent months, with calls increasing over 300% at the peak of the pandemic. Our 211 team has been working to connect people to critical health and economic services – food, diapers, rent, employment, healthcare – many for the first time.”  Read More

‘Everyone wants to feel their voice is important’: United Way of Dane County launches campaign to help register, educate voters

MADISON, Wis. — A Dane County organization doesn’t just want people to vote, it wants them to realize their votes matter. The United Way of Dane County has helped lift the voices of the community for close to a century. This year, the organization is using its influence to bring more voices to the table that aren’t always heard...
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