Volunteer: United Way of Dane County Toys for Tots Donation Drive
Since 2021 United Way of Dane County and the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program have been partnering together to bring toys to children and families in need. As the economy changes, the needs in our community continue to grow. This year we are looking for companies/organizations to host a toy drive this holiday season. If interested please complete this form and we will be in touch with more information. Registration forms are due by November 1. Please note: Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County
Since 2021 United Way of Dane County and the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program have been partnering together to bring toys to children and families in need. As the economy changes, the needs in our community continue to grow. This year we are looking for companies/organizations to host a toy drive this holiday season. If interested please complete this form and we will be in touch with more information. Registration forms are due by November 1. Please note: Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Nov 1, 2025 Zip Code: 53704 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Women United Council MemberJoin Us
We are Women United! Our local network of more than 1,200 members provides community-wide personal and professional development opportunities, and collectively invests in and advocates for programs that support financial security for all Dane County women. Help us reach more women and their families to help them succeed in work and life. Council PositionAs the governing body of Women United, council members create and implement community-wide member engagement strategies focused on women’s personal and professional development, and advocate for programs that provide financial security for women in Dane County. New council members are onboarded on a quarterly basis. Opportunities: Promote women-centered community education and engagement in your network Engage in and promote volunteer, networking and development opportunities Represent your workplace and your women-identified staff members in our community Develop leadership and communication skills Explore diversity, equity and inclusion best practices Network with local professionals, United Way of Dane County Ambassadors and local Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders Partner your Women’s ERG with our Employee Resource Network (if applicable) Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey Skills: Relationship development Servant leadership Communication ERG member/leader is a bonus! We welcome women at any stage in their careerResponsibilities, time commitment: in collaboration with United Way support staff, Recruit council and committee members reflective of Women United membership and Dane County women Set annual goals for DEI, engagement and philanthropy Grow and retain Women United Membership Nominate and identify a Women in Philanthropy Award Honoree each year Support the Women United Annual Brunch fundraiser and philanthropy goals Support engagement goals including attending events, promoting Women United activities on social media, and email communications with members/prospective members before and after events Serve on a short-term ad-hoc subcommittee (optional), e.g., Women in Philanthropy Award Selection Committee, Philanthropy Committee Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (hybrid) Total annual time commitment = 20-40 hours Sub Committees:developing strategies, implementing plans, and delegating tasks to achieve Council goals. Each committee is headed by a Chair and Vice Chair, who are responsible for creating agendas, facilitating committee meetings, and reporting results and updates to Council. It is not a requirement for Council members to join a committee or vice versa, but many volunteers serve on both. Personal and Professional Development (PPD) Committee This committee plans and implements personal and professional development programming for Women United members and supporters. Programming includes women-centered quarterly events such as Leadership Roundtables, expert panel discussions, workshops, and training. Responsibilities: in collaboration with United Way staff and Council, Develop and implement programming to provide personal and professional development for members, prospective members, and the broader community Plan and host quarterly events Research and secure event speakers/mentors/panelists, sponsors, and venues with support from United Way staff Support event outline and script development Identify and implement strategies with Women United network to increase attendance Ensure all event attendees are followed-up with Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (virtual) Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hours Membership and Engagement CommitteeThis committee creates an inclusive and welcoming environment for our current and potential members, and fosters engagement through connection and relationship building. Overall goals for this committee are to grow and retain Women United membership and develop mutually beneficial partnerships with corporate/small business partners through the Women United Employee Resource Network. Responsibilities: in collaboration with United Way staff and Council, Identify and implement strategies to retain and recruit Women United supporters (members, sponsors, corporate partners, women owned businesses Host and sponsor member appreciation event (e.g., Concerts on the Square, Holiday Social) In alignment with United Way of Dane County, implement a corporate engagement strategy to connect with existing and new donors. E.g., Support strategy for Women’s ERG Network Develop and distribute ERG Toolkit Regularly scheduled activities to engage donors Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (virtual) Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hours Contact:Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org
Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Join Us
We are Women United! Our local network of more than 1,200 members provides community-wide personal and professional development opportunities, and collectively invests in and advocates for programs that support financial security for all Dane County women. Help us reach more women and their families to help them succeed in work and life. Council PositionAs the governing body of Women United, council members create and implement community-wide member engagement strategies focused on women’s personal and professional development, and advocate for programs that provide financial security for women in Dane County. New council members are onboarded on a quarterly basis. Opportunities: Promote women-centered community education and engagement in your network Engage in and promote volunteer, networking and development opportunities Represent your workplace and your women-identified staff members in our community Develop leadership and communication skills Explore diversity, equity and inclusion best practices Network with local professionals, United Way of Dane County Ambassadors and local Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders Partner your Women’s ERG with our Employee Resource Network (if applicable) Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey Skills: Relationship development Servant leadership Communication ERG member/leader is a bonus! We welcome women at any stage in their careerResponsibilities, time commitment: in collaboration with United Way support staff, Recruit council and committee members reflective of Women United membership and Dane County women Set annual goals for DEI, engagement and philanthropy Grow and retain Women United Membership Nominate and identify a Women in Philanthropy Award Honoree each year Support the Women United Annual Brunch fundraiser and philanthropy goals Support engagement goals including attending events, promoting Women United activities on social media, and email communications with members/prospective members before and after events Serve on a short-term ad-hoc subcommittee (optional), e.g., Women in Philanthropy Award Selection Committee, Philanthropy Committee Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (hybrid) Total annual time commitment = 20-40 hours Sub Committees:developing strategies, implementing plans, and delegating tasks to achieve Council goals. Each committee is headed by a Chair and Vice Chair, who are responsible for creating agendas, facilitating committee meetings, and reporting results and updates to Council. It is not a requirement for Council members to join a committee or vice versa, but many volunteers serve on both. Personal and Professional Development (PPD) Committee This committee plans and implements personal and professional development programming for Women United members and supporters. Programming includes women-centered quarterly events such as Leadership Roundtables, expert panel discussions, workshops, and training. Responsibilities: in collaboration with United Way staff and Council, Develop and implement programming to provide personal and professional development for members, prospective members, and the broader community Plan and host quarterly events Research and secure event speakers/mentors/panelists, sponsors, and venues with support from United Way staff Support event outline and script development Identify and implement strategies with Women United network to increase attendance Ensure all event attendees are followed-up with Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (virtual) Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hours Membership and Engagement CommitteeThis committee creates an inclusive and welcoming environment for our current and potential members, and fosters engagement through connection and relationship building. Overall goals for this committee are to grow and retain Women United membership and develop mutually beneficial partnerships with corporate/small business partners through the Women United Employee Resource Network. Responsibilities: in collaboration with United Way staff and Council, Identify and implement strategies to retain and recruit Women United supporters (members, sponsors, corporate partners, women owned businesses Host and sponsor member appreciation event (e.g., Concerts on the Square, Holiday Social) In alignment with United Way of Dane County, implement a corporate engagement strategy to connect with existing and new donors. E.g., Support strategy for Women’s ERG Network Develop and distribute ERG Toolkit Regularly scheduled activities to engage donors Meets monthly for 1 hour as scheduled (virtual) Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hours Contact:Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org
Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 53704 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Lead United Council MemberJoin Us!
We cultivate community-minded individuals and professionals to Lead United in their workplaces, in our community and through their philanthropy. Lead United households give between $1,000-$9,999 annually and are passionate about making Dane County a more resilient community. This donor network was created to celebrate and promote leadership giving in Dane County, provide positive donor experiences, and strengthen donor connections and understanding of the impact of their investments. Council PositionAs the governing body of the Lead United Donor Network, council members create and implement community-wide member engagement strategies centered on leadership giving with United Way of Dane County. Council members also serve as Lead United Ambassadors, extending engagement with Lead United members within their workplaces. Opportunities: Join your employee campaign team to promote and celebrate leadership giving Take on a community-focused leadership role within your workplace, work alongside other company leaders to engage staff Demonstrate community impact of Lead United members Develop leadership and communication skills Deepen your understanding of critical issues in Dane County Engage in volunteer, networking and development opportunities with other community-minded individuals within your workplace, industry, and Dane County Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills: Relationship development Servant leader Excellent communication Time management We welcome any Lead United member at any stage in their careerResponsibilities and time commitment: All responsibilities are dependent on leadership support and work culture. Responsibilities are flexible from low to high commitment, and all tasks are supported by United Way of Dane County. Lead United engagement can be conducted through targeted communications with known members or broad communications with all staff if donor identity is unknown. Conceptualize, help plan and attend Lead United events and engagements with attendees Personal outreach to donors based on connections and council needs, e.g., personal invitations to events, thanks for attending/giving, donor check-ins, invitation to join the network during annual campaign, etc. Act as an Ambassador for Lead United members within your workplace (with support from leadership) by personally inviting them to Lead United events Support your Employee Campaign Team to promote/celebrate leadership giving during campaign Meets monthly as scheduled, in person preferred but hybrid available Total annual commitment = 15-30h ContactMolly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Join Us!
We cultivate community-minded individuals and professionals to Lead United in their workplaces, in our community and through their philanthropy. Lead United households give between $1,000-$9,999 annually and are passionate about making Dane County a more resilient community. This donor network was created to celebrate and promote leadership giving in Dane County, provide positive donor experiences, and strengthen donor connections and understanding of the impact of their investments. Council PositionAs the governing body of the Lead United Donor Network, council members create and implement community-wide member engagement strategies centered on leadership giving with United Way of Dane County. Council members also serve as Lead United Ambassadors, extending engagement with Lead United members within their workplaces. Opportunities: Join your employee campaign team to promote and celebrate leadership giving Take on a community-focused leadership role within your workplace, work alongside other company leaders to engage staff Demonstrate community impact of Lead United members Develop leadership and communication skills Deepen your understanding of critical issues in Dane County Engage in volunteer, networking and development opportunities with other community-minded individuals within your workplace, industry, and Dane County Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills: Relationship development Servant leader Excellent communication Time management We welcome any Lead United member at any stage in their careerResponsibilities and time commitment: All responsibilities are dependent on leadership support and work culture. Responsibilities are flexible from low to high commitment, and all tasks are supported by United Way of Dane County. Lead United engagement can be conducted through targeted communications with known members or broad communications with all staff if donor identity is unknown. Conceptualize, help plan and attend Lead United events and engagements with attendees Personal outreach to donors based on connections and council needs, e.g., personal invitations to events, thanks for attending/giving, donor check-ins, invitation to join the network during annual campaign, etc. Act as an Ambassador for Lead United members within your workplace (with support from leadership) by personally inviting them to Lead United events Support your Employee Campaign Team to promote/celebrate leadership giving during campaign Meets monthly as scheduled, in person preferred but hybrid available Total annual commitment = 15-30h ContactMolly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 53704 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Lead United AmbassadorJoin Us
We cultivate community-minded individuals and professionals to Lead United in their workplaces, in our community and through their philanthropy. Lead United households give between $1,000-$9,999 annually and are passionate about making Dane County a more resilient community. This donor network was created to celebrate and promote leadership giving in Dane County, provide positive donor experiences, and strengthen donor connections and understanding of the impact of their investments. Ambassador Position:An extension of Lead United Council, the Lead United Ambassador program supports year-round volunteer, corporate and community engagement efforts with Lead United members in your workplace. Ambassadors, along with their campaign team and leadership, ensure that your Lead United members are thanked and celebrated for their community investments. This is an opportunity for someone to passionately promote the impact of your staff leadership giving and United Way of Dane County, leverage their professional network to deepen relationships within the community, develop leadership skills, and drive connection, communication, and purpose internally within their organization. All responsibilities are flexible in time commitment, and we encourage creativity to shape this role and its responsibilities to accommodate your workplace culture. Opportunities: Join your employee campaign team to promote and celebrate leadership giving Take on a community-focused leadership role within your workplace, work alongside other company leaders to engage staff Demonstrate community impact of Lead United members Develop leadership and communication skills Deepen your understanding of critical issues in Dane County Engage in volunteer, networking and development opportunities with other community-minded individuals within your workplace, industry, and Dane County Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills:
*All responsibilities are dependent on leadership support and work culture. Responsibilities are flexible from low to high commitment, and all tasks are supported by United Way of Dane County. Lead United engagement can be conducted through targeted communications with known members or broad communications with all staff if donor identity is unknown Share latest Lead United and United Way of Dane County news, events, volunteer opportunities within your organization: 1-3 hours annually Thank and celebrate Lead United staff members by demonstrating impact of leadership giving at your organization: 1-3 hours annually Thank and celebrate Lead United staff members by planning, promoting and participating in a special event (e.g., luncheon, volunteer engagement, social): 1-6 hours annually Work closely with the Employee Campaign Manager and Campaign Team to plan and strategize campaign; promote leadership giving at the Lead United and Step-Up level during annual campaign: 1-6 hours annually during workplace campaign season Meet with other Lead United members and volunteers for latest updates and networking opportunities: 1-4 hours annually Contact:Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Join Us
We cultivate community-minded individuals and professionals to Lead United in their workplaces, in our community and through their philanthropy. Lead United households give between $1,000-$9,999 annually and are passionate about making Dane County a more resilient community. This donor network was created to celebrate and promote leadership giving in Dane County, provide positive donor experiences, and strengthen donor connections and understanding of the impact of their investments. Ambassador Position:An extension of Lead United Council, the Lead United Ambassador program supports year-round volunteer, corporate and community engagement efforts with Lead United members in your workplace. Ambassadors, along with their campaign team and leadership, ensure that your Lead United members are thanked and celebrated for their community investments. This is an opportunity for someone to passionately promote the impact of your staff leadership giving and United Way of Dane County, leverage their professional network to deepen relationships within the community, develop leadership skills, and drive connection, communication, and purpose internally within their organization. All responsibilities are flexible in time commitment, and we encourage creativity to shape this role and its responsibilities to accommodate your workplace culture. Opportunities: Join your employee campaign team to promote and celebrate leadership giving Take on a community-focused leadership role within your workplace, work alongside other company leaders to engage staff Demonstrate community impact of Lead United members Develop leadership and communication skills Deepen your understanding of critical issues in Dane County Engage in volunteer, networking and development opportunities with other community-minded individuals within your workplace, industry, and Dane County Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills:
*All responsibilities are dependent on leadership support and work culture. Responsibilities are flexible from low to high commitment, and all tasks are supported by United Way of Dane County. Lead United engagement can be conducted through targeted communications with known members or broad communications with all staff if donor identity is unknown Share latest Lead United and United Way of Dane County news, events, volunteer opportunities within your organization: 1-3 hours annually Thank and celebrate Lead United staff members by demonstrating impact of leadership giving at your organization: 1-3 hours annually Thank and celebrate Lead United staff members by planning, promoting and participating in a special event (e.g., luncheon, volunteer engagement, social): 1-6 hours annually Work closely with the Employee Campaign Manager and Campaign Team to plan and strategize campaign; promote leadership giving at the Lead United and Step-Up level during annual campaign: 1-6 hours annually during workplace campaign season Meet with other Lead United members and volunteers for latest updates and networking opportunities: 1-4 hours annually Contact:Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 53704 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Become a Women United AmbassadorJOIN US!
We are Women United! Our local network of more than 1,200 members provides community-wide personal and professional development opportunities, and collectively invests in and advocates for programs that support financial security for all Dane County women. Help us reach more women and their families to help them succeed in work and life. WOMEN UNITED AMBASSADOR POSITIONAn extension of the Women United Council, the Women United Ambassador program supports year-round volunteer, corporate and community engagement efforts and women’s leadership development. Ambassadors connect their workplace Women United members with opportunities for personal and professional growth, become a key partner in our new local Women’s Employee Resource Network, and help drive purpose and belonging internally within your organization. Opportunities: Promote women-centered community education and engagement in your workplace Engage in and promote volunteer, networking and development opportunities Represent your workplace and your women-identified staff members in our community Develop leadership and communication skills Explore diversity, equity and inclusion best practices Network with local professionals, Ambassadors and Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders Partner your Women’s ERG with our Employee Resource Network (if applicable) Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills: Responsibilities and time commitment. In collaboration with United Way support staff: Share the latest Women United news, events and updates (internal communication): 1-5 hours annually Participate in (optional) and promote Women United volunteer engagements and special events: 1-10 hours annually Bi-annual Ambassador meetings: 4 hous annually Explore partnering your Women’s ERG (if applicable) with us Recruit and support Women United members Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hoursCONTACT Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County JOIN US!
We are Women United! Our local network of more than 1,200 members provides community-wide personal and professional development opportunities, and collectively invests in and advocates for programs that support financial security for all Dane County women. Help us reach more women and their families to help them succeed in work and life. WOMEN UNITED AMBASSADOR POSITIONAn extension of the Women United Council, the Women United Ambassador program supports year-round volunteer, corporate and community engagement efforts and women’s leadership development. Ambassadors connect their workplace Women United members with opportunities for personal and professional growth, become a key partner in our new local Women’s Employee Resource Network, and help drive purpose and belonging internally within your organization. Opportunities: Promote women-centered community education and engagement in your workplace Engage in and promote volunteer, networking and development opportunities Represent your workplace and your women-identified staff members in our community Develop leadership and communication skills Explore diversity, equity and inclusion best practices Network with local professionals, Ambassadors and Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders Partner your Women’s ERG with our Employee Resource Network (if applicable) Be part of a holistic and highly collaborative movement to strengthen community and family wellbeing in Dane CountyKey skills: Responsibilities and time commitment. In collaboration with United Way support staff: Share the latest Women United news, events and updates (internal communication): 1-5 hours annually Participate in (optional) and promote Women United volunteer engagements and special events: 1-10 hours annually Bi-annual Ambassador meetings: 4 hous annually Explore partnering your Women’s ERG (if applicable) with us Recruit and support Women United members Total annual time commitment = 10-20 hoursCONTACT Molly Schumacher, Director of Donor Engagement: molly.schumacher@uwdc.org Nonprofit: United Way of Dane County Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |