Frequently Asked Questions

Where does UWMC funding come from?

UWMC raises its funds primarily from donations from corporate employees through payroll deduction. Funds are also raised from special events, such as our annual golf outing, and donations from individual donors, public employees charitable campaigns and community and non-profit donations.

What is the United Way Worldwide?

United Way Worldwide is the national service and training center supporting member United Ways by helping them pursue dual strategies of adding value to the community and conducting cost-effective, donor oriented fund-raising to increase financial resources. UWW provides a range of assistance to United Ways that includes the following: a national advertising and promotion program, a partnership with the National Football League, training for United Way professionals and volunteers, support to national companies that want to cultivate a year-round relationship with United Ways, a national database for several types of information, including fund-raising and fund-distribution statistics as well as measuring and demonstrating impact in all activities undertaken, a national network allowing United Ways to share best practices and other information and a unified voice in national government relations.

What is the relationship between United Way Worldwide and United Way of Monmouth County?

Each United Way is an independent, private, non-profit community resource, governed by a local board of volunteers. At the UWMC a Board of volunteers sets the policies and ensures that they are followed. UWW exists to serve local United Ways and does not exert control or have any authority over the local United Way management practices. UWMC is not a "chapter" of United Way Worldwide.

Does the United Way of Monmouth County pay dues to the United Way Worldwide?

UWMC pays about 1% of Campaign income in dues to the UWW. In return for these dues our local United Way receives the benefits of national television, radio and print advertising, market research data, campaign videos, training and information sharing and other services. These dues also provide credits for educational conferences attended by UWMC staff and volunteers. The total dollar value of these services far exceeds the dues paid by our organization.

What is United Way of Monmouth County's total overhead?

The total overhead costs of UWMC are 18.91%.

What comprises United Way of Monmouth County's local overhead?

UWMC's overhead expenses are comprised of rent, utilities, postage, supplies, UWW dues and staff salaries and benefits. Also included in local expenses are staff training, conferences and professional fees.

Who oversees United Way of Monmouth County's overhead?

The Finance Committee is charged with overseeing the development and adherence to the annual operating budget. The committee is made up of local volunteers who are experts in finance and compensation. All expenses, as well as the budget and monthly financial statements are reviewed by the Board of Directors.

How can the public be sure that salaries remain fair and reasonable?

UWMC's Board ensures that the Finance committee is committed to making certain that your personal contributions are spent wisely.

Who makes up the United Way Board of Directors?

UWMC's governing Board is comprised of leaders from the business community, labor, government and human services, representing the diversity of the community.