The need is now. The answer is us!

It’s time again for United Good Neighbors’ (UGN) annual GIVE JEFFERSON campaign, and the organization is inviting local workplaces and community members to join together in supporting front-line organizations meeting basic human needs in Jefferson County.

As the community navigates recent state and federal budget cuts, UGN remains steadfast in its 70-year mission to serve local people and strengthen local nonprofits. This year’s Give Jefferson campaign is more important than ever. The need is now. the answer is us.

Essential services are being impacted, food programs, youth mental health support, housing assistance, and more are facing funding reductions or uncertainties. Families, seniors, and young people across the county are at risk of losing the resources they need to stay safe, healthy, and resilient. UGN is challenging the community to collectively raise $450,000 to support these efforts—its most ambitious campaign yet.

That’s why UGN is inviting workplaces across Jefferson County to join the 2025 Give Jefferson campaign in support of 28 local organizations doing critical work where we live. By participating in Give Jefferson, businesses and their employees become part of a community-wide effort to “fill the gap” left by federal and state budget cuts—ensuring that local giving stays local and directly supports neighbors in need.

Three Ways to Give or Participate in the Campaign

1. Host a Workplace Giving Campaign
Empower employees to donate through payroll deductions. A one-time or recurring monthly gift can be easily deducted from employee accounts, allowing staff to set individual giving goals. UGN works directly with payroll managers to ensure setup is simple and efficient. Employees automatically receive donation records for tax purposes.

2. Set a Workplace Giving Goal
Commit to “matching” the total amount raised by employees, or challenge staff to collectively match a base donation.
By setting a Giving Goal, businesses build a culture of generosity and community care. Employer match programs also amplify the charitable giving of employees.

3. Become a Business Sponsor
Make a one-time or recurring gift on behalf of the workplace and join UGN’s 70-year tradition of championing local nonprofits.

UGN encourages businesses to share which of these options best fits their organization. The team is ready to help make participation seamless.

Visit GiveJefferson.org/workplaces-toolkit to access 2025 campaign tools and resources to promote participation.
Visit GiveJefferson.org/2025-partner-organizations to learn more about the 28 nonprofit partners supported through this year’s campaign.

Confirm participation by emailing andrea@jcfgives.org to get started.

Workplace leadership sends a powerful message: that in Jefferson County, neighbors take care of one another. Together, this community can ensure that every person has access to food, shelter, healthcare, and opportunity.

United Good Neighbors thanks all participating workplaces for their leadership and partnership. The UGN team is available to provide tailored tools or assistance to make campaign participation meaningful and easy for every employee.