When you participate in the United Way workplace-giving campaign, you’re not just making a donation; you’re investing in lasting change for our community. Bayou Rides Exchange, a proud beneficiary, provides essential transportation services to those in need across Louisiana. Each contribution, whether through payroll deduction or a one-time gift, helps ensure that vital resources are available to improve lives.
Donating through your workplace has never been easier. You can choose to give through automatic payroll deductions or make a one-time gift, including vehicles. Vehicle donations can be directed to Bayou Rides Exchange or a local United Way chapter, allowing your generosity to be matched by your employer, maximizing the benefits of your contribution. Your impact is multiplied as every dollar goes towards strengthening our community.
How to activate this channel
Check Eligibility
Verify if your employer participates in the United Way workplace-giving campaign. Consult your HR department or employee benefits portal for details.
Choose Your Contribution
Select between payroll deductions for ongoing support or a one-time gift, including vehicle donations that can enhance our services.
Complete the Pledge Form
Fill out the pledge form provided by your employer or United Way to specify your donation amount and preferences, including vehicle donation details.
Make Your Donation
For vehicle donations, coordinate directly with Bayou Rides Exchange or your local United Way. Ensure proper documentation to receive your 1098-C tax form.
Employer Matching
If eligible, submit your donation details to your employer’s matching-gift program for additional contributions, increasing your overall impact.
×Impact multiplier
Your generosity has the power to multiply its impact in the community. For every dollar you donate, your employer may match your contribution, doubling the resources that support educational programs, financial stability efforts, health services, and basic needs through United Way. Imagine the difference your vehicle donation can make, complementing other contributions and funding critical initiatives. Every donation helps cover local programs and operations like the 211 hotline, providing essential support to those who need it most.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Workplace Giving
- Network for Good
How to check eligibility
To determine if your employer offers a workplace-giving option for United Way, reach out to your HR department or review your benefits portal. Generally, full-time employees working for companies that support workplace giving campaigns are eligible to participate. Many employers match donations, so inquire about your specific company’s policies and matching-gift programs.
Louisiana workplace-giving context
Louisiana boasts several Fortune 500 companies committed to community support, making it an ideal location for workplace-giving initiatives. Local United Way chapters actively engage with businesses throughout the state to promote charitable giving and enhance community welfare. Recent trends show an increase in employee engagement in workplace campaigns, reflecting Louisiana’s strong sense of community and philanthropy.
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Other workplace-giving channels
Your support through the United Way workplace-giving campaign can greatly amplify the impact of Bayou Rides Exchange in Louisiana. Join us in making a difference today—your contribution, whether through payroll deductions or vehicle donations, can create a ripple effect of positive change in our community.