Our overhead is well below the national average: The Better Business Bureau’s 20 Standards for Charity Accountability suggest fundraising costs should not exceed 35% and total fundraising and administrative costs should not exceed 50% of total income. United Way of Coastal Georgia is proud to operate below 26%. We keep our expenses low by committing to organizational efficiency and continuously looking at ways to reduce costs and eliminate waste; relying on volunteer support and in-kind contributions from partners. In short, United Way minimizes costs to give donor dollars the greatest community impact.
You will receive an acknowledgment letter from United Way of Coastal Georgia if you make a donation of at least $250, whether through a one-time gift or payroll deduction. A copy of the cancelled check and the acknowledgement together act as evidence of a donation for purpose of a tax return.
If you made your gift through payroll deductions, a receipt is not necessary. Those contributing through payroll deduction in their workplace should keep a copy of their signed pledge and maintain their last pay stub of the tax year or form W-2 from their employer that summarizes the amount withheld for the United Way during their tax year.
Absolutely. We respect the privacy of our donors and do not rent, trade, or sell this information. Information provided by donors is used only to properly credit their contribution and communicate about United Way and related program information.
No, you are not obligated to pay the balance of your pledge. However, cancelling a pledge is discouraged.