Why Leadership Giving?

Every year, an outstanding group of leaders like you make our community a better place through Leadership gifts of $1,000 or more to the Naperville United Way. Your Leadership gift reflects a commitment to improving the quality of life in Naperville.

  • The need is tremendous and the resources are scarce.

    In recent years, the costs of housing, utilities and healthcare have skyrocketed. Individuals and families are struggling like never before, yet government funding for vital support services continues to decrease.

  • No one organization can do it alone.

    Complex community issues cannot be solved by any one organization. United Way has the deepest network of relationships with businesses, government, health and human service experts and millions of individuals, making us uniquely positioned to coordinate regional efforts for change.

  • Supporting United Way is the most effective way to ensure the quality of life in our region.

    Independent research by the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago determined conclusively that United Way is the underpinning of our health and human services system, and is essential to helping people remain independent. We are the largest non-government funder of this vital network of services, and the single largest source of unrestricted funds.

  • Make a lasting difference in your community.

    Your Leadership gift will support the most effective human care programs that address the greatest challenges in our community.

  • Stay involved and informed.

    You?ll receive updates on the impact of your investment, as well as invitations to special events and volunteer opportunities.

  • Be recognized for your philanthropy.

    You?ll be listed in the online United Way Leadership Giving Membership Directory.

  • Access to other community leaders.

    Get to know other Leadership Givers through opportunities like the ‘Strength Through Diversity’ program.

  • Special engagement opportunities.

    Become actively involved with your United Way investment. Volunteer to assist with agency site reviews and allocations, train to serve on a nonprofit board through our ‘Project Blueprint’ program, and more.

  • Enjoy tax savings.

    Charitable contributions to United Way may qualify for deductions on your federal tax form. Contributions to the Naperville United Way in the form of payroll deducations, checks, credit cards, or securities qualify for deductions on donors’ federal tax forms. By donating appreciated stock, donors can eliminate paying a federal capital gains tax; these gifts may be subject to additional reporting requirements.

  • Your Leadership gift will make you eligible for terrific prizes, including Cubs and Bulls skybox packages, a MOTO Q Smartphone, Cobra Golf Clubs and more!