What is "Give Where You Live?"

"Give Where You Live" is a simple statement that encourages individuals who commute long distances to work to direct their charitable donation to where they live.

Why should I give where I live?

To help those in need in your local community like your family, friends, and neighbors. 

 How do I give where I live?

If your workplace campaign is not run by the United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties (UWLS), then designate your gift to Lake & Sumter Counties on the pledge card or online giving screen.

What can I do to make sure that my gift helps my community?

First, direct your donation to United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties through your workplace campaign. Next, contact UWLS at (352) 787-7530 (ask for Anh Reynolds) or LakeSumter@GiveWhereYouLive.com to confirm the designation of your gift

 How can I be acknowledged by United Way of Lake & Sumter?

Contact United Way of Lake & Sumter at (352) 787-7530 and ask for Anh Reynolds or via email LakeSumter@GiveWhereYouLive.com to confirm the designation of your gift and request a letter of acknowledgement.

 How do I designate to a specific agency funded by the United Way of Lake & Sumter?

Sometimes the United Way that runs your workplace campaign does not allow open designations or will not allow the option to direct your gift to a member agency served by United Way of Lake & Sumter. In this case, direct your gift to the United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties through your workplace campaign, then contact us to direct your gift further to the agency of your choice.