P.O. Box 1028, Vencie FL 34284

WAYS TO GIVE

Ways to Give

Your Gift. Your Community. Your Impact.

When you support United Way of South Sarasota County, you are helping your neighbors build brighter futures. Every contribution—whether time, talent, or treasure—strengthens our community.

No matter how you choose to give, 100% of your support stays right here in South Sarasota County.

Individual Giving

  • Donate Now
  • Join the Everyday Heroes Society – Give Monthly
  • Host a Micro-Event
  • Memorial and Gifts in Honor
  • Give Through Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) – Contact Us
  • Planned Giving

Corporate & Business Support

  • 365 Small Business Circle
  • Sponsorships & Annual Partnerships
  • Workplace Giving Campaigns

Corporate Sponsorships & Annual Partnerships

Partnering for Impact Year-Round

When your business partners with the United Way of South Sarasota County, you are investing in a stronger, more resilient community. Our corporate sponsors help fund critical programs and events that improve lives in the areas of education, health, financial stability, and disaster recovery.

Your sponsorship is more than a logo—it’s a statement that you care about the future of South Sarasota County. We work with you to create year-round visibility, meaningful employee engagement opportunities, and measurable community impact.

How You Can Give & Get Involved

Give a One-Time Gift

Make a secure online donation to support programs that change lives right here at home.

Mail a Check

Prefer to give by mail? Send your check payable to:
United Way of South Sarasota County
4242 Tamiami Trail S., Venice, FL 34293

Become an Everyday Hero

Set up a recurring monthly gift of any size. Your steady support helps us provide vital funding for programs and services.

Join the 365 Small Business Circle

Local businesses can make a big impact for just $1 a day ($365 annually). Show your commitment to the community while gaining year-round recognition as a socially responsible business.

Corporate Philanthropy

Partner with us to support our programs and events year-round. Gain visibility, engage your employees, and make a measurable impact.

Workplace Campaigns

Encourage your employer to run a United Way workplace giving campaign. Employees can contribute through payroll deduction, participate in workplace fundraisers, and volunteer together to strengthen our community.

Planned Giving

Include United Way of South Sarasota County in your will, trust, or estate plan. Your legacy gift will continue making a difference for generations to come.

Host a Micro-Event

Organize a small gathering, fundraiser, or awareness activity with friends, family, or colleagues to benefit United Way programs. We’ll provide ideas and resources to help you succeed.

Volunteer

Give your time and talents.

Why Give to United Way of South Sarasota County?

Local Impact: Every dollar stays in our community
Broad Reach: We serve residents of all ages and backgrounds
Transparency: We track results and share outcomes with donors
Flexibility: Give in the way that works best for you

DONATE

With your generous financial contribution, United Way of South Sarasota is able to enable to keep fighting for the health, education and financial stability of every person in South Sarasota County. Every gift, whether it’s $20 or $10,000 makes an impact and improves a life for a person here in our community.

YOUR UWSSC COMMUNITY FUNDS
ARE DIVIDED IN TWO FOCUS AREAS:

Community Impact

  • Education – to help achieve school readiness for preschool children through academic, productive and engaging programs that prepares them for Kindergarten and gives them the foundation for future learning successes.
  • Income – to promote financial stability, savings and independence through programs that promote financial literacy and the increased income potential an education or trade can bring.
  • Health – to help improve healthy lifestyles choices, decrease risky behaviors, and basic health care needs.

Assists us with our critical operational costs and funding of Community Impact Grants for the following organizations!
Learn more about the Community Organizations being impacted with your giving power!

Community Investments

  • Health & Well Being of Adults and Children with Special Needs
  • Strengthening Individuals, Families & Children
  • Crisis Intervention for Children & Adults
  • Assisting the Elderly