Participating in your employer's United Way workplace-giving campaign is a powerful way to support Desert Drive in Las Vegas. By donating your vehicle or contributing through payroll deductions, you can directly impact our community, helping those most in need. With the annual campaign typically running from September to November, you have the opportunity to join countless others dedicated to making a difference.
Your contributions, whether one-time gifts or regular payroll deductions, are not just financial; they represent a collective commitment to improving education, financial stability, health, and basic needs within our local community. Plus, by donating a vehicle, you enhance your impact even further, allowing Desert Drive to fund vital programs and services.
How to activate this channel
Check Employer Participation
Verify if your employer participates in the United Way workplace-giving campaign. This is typically found in HR resources or employee benefit documents.
Choose Your Donation Method
Decide how you want to contribute. You can opt for payroll deduction, a one-time gift, or a vehicle donation to support Desert Drive.
Initiate Payroll Deduction
If choosing payroll deduction, complete the necessary forms provided by your employer to set the amount to be deducted from your paycheck on a regular basis.
Donate Your Vehicle
If you have a vehicle to donate, contact Desert Drive or your local United Way chapter for guidance on the donation process and eligibility requirements.
Track Your Impact
Once your donation is processed, you will receive a 1098-C form for tax purposes. Ensure your donation is attributed to your workplace campaign for recognition and matching gifts.
Receive Employer Matching
If your employer offers a matching gift program, submit your donation details to maximize your contribution's impact, transforming your gift into double the support for Desert Drive.
×Impact multiplier
Your donations to Desert Drive through the United Way workplace campaign create a ripple effect, significantly enhancing our community programs. For instance, a vehicle donation valued at $5,000 could potentially unlock an additional $5,000 through employer matching, multiplying your impact. By supporting education, financial stability, health initiatives, and emergency resources, every contribution ensures that Desert Drive can continue to meet the urgent needs of individuals and families in the Las Vegas area. Together, we can create a brighter future for many.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Network for Good
- GiveGab
How to check eligibility
To find out if your employer participates in the United Way workplace-giving campaign, consult your HR department or employee benefits portal. Eligibility typically extends to all employees, but specific participation details may vary by organization. Make sure to inquire about matching gift opportunities as well, as these often require separate submission processes.
Las Vegas workplace-giving context
In Las Vegas, several Fortune 500 companies actively engage in workplace-giving programs, making substantial contributions to local initiatives through the United Way. The regional United Way chapters work diligently to address the unique challenges faced by our communities in Nevada. As workplace-giving gains momentum, more employees are leveraging their donations to positively affect education, health, and basic needs through organizations like Desert Drive.