Facts and Figures

Last year, United Way of Greater Milwaukee helped nearly 420,000 people or one in every four people in metro Milwaukee. In partnership with more than 130 programs through more than 80 agencies, United Way makes the greatest difference in the most lives.

Of those helped	Our top investments 2006 - 2007*
67% of those helped are female 33% are male 35% are children 7% are 65 years and older 62% of those helped have a household income of less than $15,000 Ethnically: 41% White 46% African American 10% Hispanic 1.4% Asian -1% Native American -1% Other	$5 million invested in youth development programs $1.9 million on programs for older adults / independence $1.4 million on programs for people with disabilities

United Way of Greater Milwaukee focuses on opportunities in education, employment, independence and strengthening families to give more people the building blocks to live a better life.

Safety Net Services
- Meet Basic Needs
- Support and Strengthen Families and Children
- Promote Self-Sufficiency

Breaking The Cycle of Poverty
- Early Childhood Education and Literacy
- Healthy Girls Project / Teen Pregnancy Prevention
- Job Training and Retention
- Asset Building

For the fourth consecutive year, United Way of Greater Milwaukee has earned a Four Star rating from the nation's leading charity review organization Charity Navigator.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee earned the first Better Business Bureau’s Charity Seal in Wisconsin by passing the organization’s 20 standards for charitable giving.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee partners with volunteer agencies in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Ozaukee Counties, and Germantown.
The United Way of Greater Milwaukee board is made up of community volunteers from business, education, government, religious organizations, other nonprofits, and active community members.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee’s IRS form 990, Ethics Policy, and Inclusion Statement are posted on its website – www.liveunitedmilwaukee.org.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee only invests in programs that work and with agencies that manage money responsibly. Staff and United Way volunteers provide oversight and continually review programs to monitor impact so you can be certain that your money is well spent.

Greater Milwaukee’s Need

Milwaukee is the 8th most impoverished city in the nation – moe than one in four are living in poverty.
Of the largest 50 cities in the United States, Milwaukee ranks 6th in the nation for children living in poverty (Annie E. Casey Foundation).
The high school graduation rate hovers around 60%.
Milwaukee children lag far behind state averages in their ability to read and write at an age-appropriate level by third grade.
50% of Milwaukee's inner-city males are unemployed.
Milwaukee has the 7th highest rate of births to teens in the country.
- 85% of teen births in Wisconsin are paid for through tax money
- 70% of teen mothers never finish high school
- 71% of babies born to teen mothers are fathered by men over the age
  of 20 (statutory rape)

Community Campaign

The 2008 campaign will officially kick-off on September 3, 2008 and end on December 4, 2008.
The 2007 campaign raised $43.7 million from nearly 70,000 donors.
- Over half of all donors contributed $100 or less
Days of Caring - will be held from September 8 - 19, 2008.

2007 Highlights
- 40 areas businesses participated
- 1,760 individual volunteers worked on the projects
- 6,759 volunteer hours were contributed
- 78 nonprofit agencies were involved

Our Ratings

Charity Navigator annually rates over 5,200 charities. For the fourth consecutive year, we've received the highest 4-star rating

The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau also rates charities based upon 20 formidable standards. We've met them and have received the bureau's charity seal.

Facts & Figures

Get some quick information on how United Way of Greater Milwaukee works within the community, what the need is in Greater Milwaukee, and who is affected.

FAQs

Our Frequently Asked Questions area will provide you with answers to the most commonly asked questions about United Way and our Community Campaign.

Where We Serve

United Way’s reach extends beyond Milwaukee County and its central-city neighborhoods into suburban and rural areas throughout Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties. Find out how far we reach.

Newsroom

For the most current coverage of our activity in the community and our most recent press releases, please vist our nrewsroom.

For articles and press releases from previous years, please enter our archive.

Impact Newsletter

The Impact Newsletter provides donors with information on how United Way of Greater Milwaukee is using their donations to improve lives within the community.

Board of Directors

United Way of Greater Milwaukee's Board of Directors is comprised of volunteers from every area of the community. They oversee the direction of the organization and provide the leadership needed for us to continue to grow and serve the community.

Our History

United Way has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s. The organization has gone through many changes, but remains as one of the world's largest and most successful charitable organizations.

Annual Report

Our Annual Community Impact Report provides information on our programs and initiatives, including statistics on the individuals who are helped.

Click on the PDF icon to open a downloadable copy of the report.

IRS Form 990

To ensure accountability and openness, we post our Form 990. This is our annual tax return that shows exactly how much money we raise, our investments and expenses.

Click on the PDF icon to open or download a copy of the report.

Inclusion Statement

United Way of Greater Milwaukee embraces diversity in all forms and realizes that the success of our community is dependent upon the inclusion of all who work, live, and enjoy the myriad of activities available within the region.

Code of Ethics

We are committed to the highest ethical standards. Our success and reputation depend upon the ethical conduct of everyone affiliated with our organization.

Click on the PDF icon to open a downloadable copy of our code.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee NEVER sells or trades information about its contributors to any other organization or person. Your pledge information is known only to you, United Way and, to the extent necessary, those in your company responsible for conducting your workplace campaign or processing your pledge.

Similarly, United Way does not release information about which nonprofit organization(s) you designate through the Donor Choice process. Even the organizations you designate will not know your name unless you specifically authorize release of your name to them.