The mission of the Jackson County
United Way is to continually assess the needs of the people of
Jackson County and improve their quality of life by raising and
allocating funds for human care and developmental programs.
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Important Facts
- Funds
21 agencies
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Organized since 1962
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Volunteer run: Locally incorporated, has is own board and is completely
independent
- Funds
stay local: Funds are raised for local services, according to assessed needs
and priorities
- Low
Cost: Community Volunteers and efficient staff help keep the cost of
administration & funding at a low 15% of the total amount raised. This is
far below the recommended guideline of national groups who monitor these
kinds of expenses.
- Funds
to local 501(c)(3): Each agency is an approved, independent nonprofit
organization
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Volunteer Campaign: Hundreds of volunteers are involved in various stages of
the campaign-calling on industry, business, and organizations; helping to
organize the campaign, track progress, and make direct employee appeals.
History Timeline

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