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WORKING AT UNITED WAY

At United Way, we are committed to maintaining a welcoming environment for every team member, and we believe each person has something valuable to contribute. Through the development of employee resource groups and a culture focused on the values of integrity, respect, collaboration, diversity and inclusion, and fun, we have built a dynamic workplace where employees can grow personally and professionally while bringing their best selves and ideas to the work we do.

THE UNITED WAY CULTURE

EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUPS

Employee Resource Groups (ERG) bring together United Way employees who are associated with a common identity, diversity or set of interests. Employees engage in initiatives and activities through ERGs to build relationships and help drive positive business results for the organization.

• Racial Equity Committee: A diverse group of employees who engage in critical dialogue around race and politics that disproportionately impact black and brown communities and work to support the organization’s mission to be anti-racist.
• Engagement Committee: A cross-functional group of employees who help influence cross-functional communications as well as create engaging activities throughout the year.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

• Integrity: We interact honestly, ethically and respectfully, regardless of position or department.
• Respect: We empower employees to own and drive their function in pursuit of community impact.
• Collaboration: We work together to create solutions and identify outcomes that benefit the long-term health and vitality of United Way and the community.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We support a diverse and inclusive workplace to create a synergetic foundation of innovation, growth and sustained success for our organization.
• Fun: We create an atmosphere of celebration and connectedness through quarterly staff rallies, visits to communities we serve and all-staff get-togethers.

Benefits of Working at United Way

Health and Wellness

Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as monthly wellness rebates, are offered to all full-time and eligible part-time employees.

Work / Life Balance/ Flexibility

Generous paid time, company holidays, remote and flexible scheduling options allow you to maintain and enjoy life outside of work.

Personal / Family Assistance

Disability coverage, family medical leave, paid parental leave, paid family leave and a comprehensive employee assistance program are just a few of the personal benefits offered to United Way employees.

Financial Well-Being / Security

Life insurance, critical illness, accident insurance, LifeLock coverage, transit reimbursements, 401k contributions, and health savings and flexible spending accounts help you to plan a strong financial future for you and your family.

Open Positions

Manager, Annual & Leadership Giving

Posted:08/11/26

Overview

The Manager, Annual & Leadership Giving, leads direct-response fundraising efforts and manages engagement strategies for donors with the capacity and inclination to grow into deeper annual, leadership, and major gift relationships.
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Senior Manager, Foundation Giving

Posted:08/11/26

Overview

The Senior Manager, Foundation Giving, is responsible for raising funds from foundations throughout the Chicago region through strategic prospecting, high-quality grant writing, and effective project management.
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Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement

Posted:08/11/26

Overview

The Senior Manager, Volunteer Engagement is responsible for advancing United Way's workplace engagement strategy by leading all volunteer engagement initiatives and serving as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of key corporate accounts.
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