Celebrating VITA Volunteers and the Power of Partnership with PA 211
United Way of Pennsylvania is proud to recognize the dedicated volunteers and partners who made the 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) season a success—and to highlight the critical role that PA 211 played in helping connect thousands of Pennsylvanians to this valuable service. Through a strong partnership between local United Ways, community organizations, and…
PA VOAD Convening Highlights Key Collaboration Opportunities for PA 211
The Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (PA VOAD) held its most recent convening with a strong focus on improving coordination and communication across disaster response systems in the Commonwealth. PA 211 participated in this collaborative session, which centered on three critical themes: information sharing and resource routing, volunteer management, and donation management. As the…
UWP Backs Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit to Support ALICE Households
United Way of Pennsylvania advocates for legislation that helps more families thrive. We were proud to stand with Representative Chris Sappey from Chester County on April 8 to support her bill which would create the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, a refundable state tax credit that would provide tax relief to some ALICE households in our…
Testimony to House Finance Committee: The Cost and Benefits of Enacting a State Earned Income Tax Credit
Kristen Rotz, President of United Way of Pennsylvania (UWP), testified before the House Finance Committee on February 26, 2025, urging lawmakers to consider the benefits of implementing a state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) in Pennsylvania. UWP, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, works to build financially resilient families and thriving communities throughout the state. In her…
Marketing Tactics to Boost Event Engagement and Attendance
Events are one of the most direct ways United Ways can engage with their communities, donors, and supporters. Whether it’s a fundraising gala, a networking event, or a volunteer-driven initiative, events create memorable touchpoints that strengthen relationships, grow brand awareness, and generate revenue. However, the giving landscape is changing. Donor retention has declined for the…
Sustainability, Digital Integration, and Inclusivity: Meeting New Expectations
Events are one of the most direct ways United Ways can engage with their communities, donors, and supporters. Whether it’s a fundraising gala, a networking event, or a volunteer-driven initiative, events create memorable touchpoints that strengthen relationships, grow brand awareness, and generate revenue. However, the giving landscape is changing. Donor retention has declined for the…
The Rise of Micro-Events: Creating Exclusive and Personalized Experiences
Events are one of the most direct ways United Ways can engage with their communities, donors, and supporters. Whether it’s a fundraising gala, a networking event, or a volunteer-driven initiative, events create memorable touchpoints that strengthen relationships, grow brand awareness, and generate revenue. However, the giving landscape is changing. Donor retention has declined for the…
Collaboration Between Policymakers and Nonprofits: A Vital Partnership for Supporting Pennsylvanians
The 2025 Freshman Legislators Briefing, hosted by the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO), brought together 15 nonprofit organizations, including United Way of Pennsylvania, to connect with newly elected legislators and discuss opportunities for collaboration in supporting Pennsylvanians. Representing United Way of Pennsylvania and PA 211, Kim Amsler joined nonprofit leaders in welcoming legislators and…
PA 211 Funding Request for 2025-2026 is now LIVE on our website
Our 2025-2026 PA 211 Funding Request is now available to view on our website. You can view our full funding request here. The request goes into detail about the program, its funding streams, and organizational design, as well as makes the case for why PA 211 should be increased from the current level of $750,000 to $2.5 million….
February 11 Marks Opportunity to Remind Communities No One Has to Navigate Challenges Alone – PA 211 is Here to Help
Harrisburg, PA – On February 11, 2025, United Way of Pennsylvania and PA 211 are celebrating211 Day, reminding Pennsylvanians that no one has to navigate challenges alone. It’s a day tohonor the hard work and dedication of individuals in our statewide network of resourcenavigators who answer the call, text or chat when a neighbor takes…