- Record a Happy Birthday Video & Share It
- Gather your team to record a fun “Happy 100th Birthday!” message for United Way
- Post it on social media and tag @HeartofIndianaUnitedWay or send it to us to share!
- Send an Email to Staff Highlighting United Way’s Impact
- Share a special email with employees explaining why United Way matters and encourage them to donate.
- Include a testimonial or impact story about how United Way changes lives.
- Host a Birthday-Themed Fundraiser for United Way
- Cupcakes for a Cause – Sell treats with proceeds supporting United Way.
- Jeans for Generosity – Employees donate to wear casual clothes for a day.
- United Way Birthday Party – Host a celebration with a donation challenge.
- Share a Throwback Memory or Story of Your Workplace’s Support for United Way
- Post on social media or email your staff or United Way a story or photo from past workplace campaigns.
- Highlight why supporting United Way is part of your company’s culture.
- Run a Special Workplace Giving Incentive
- Offer a special birthday match or incentive (e.g., “Donate $100+ and get entered
to win a prize!”). - Recognize employees who participate in payroll giving for United Way.
- Offer a special birthday match or incentive (e.g., “Donate $100+ and get entered
- Promote United Way’s Work on Social Media
- Dedicate a social media post to United Way’s 100th anniversary.
- Use hashtag #Next100United and encourage employees to share their own posts.
- Challenge Another Workplace to Join the 100th Birthday Challenge
- Call out a business partner, competitor, or industry peer to take part!
- Tag them in a social post or send them an email encouraging them to join.
- Participate in a Special United Way Volunteer Opportunity or Drive
- Engage employees in a team volunteer event for United Way.
- Pack literacy kits for kids
- Host a donation drive (diapers, food, hygiene items, etc.)
- Join a hands-on service project like Day or Action or Day of Caring
- Engage employees in a team volunteer event for United Way.
- Feature a United Way Story in Your Internal Newsletter or Meeting
- Share an inspiring story about someone helped by United Way.
- Invite a United Way rep to speak at a staff meeting about your company’s impact.
- Host a Final Giving or Celebration Day Before the Deadline
- Plan a fun day to wrap up the challenge and encourage last-minute participation.
- Coffee & Donuts for Donors – Celebrate employees who give.
- Final Fundraising Push – Encourage last-day donations or pledges.
- Plan a fun day to wrap up the challenge and encourage last-minute participation.
Special Recognition for Completing the Challenge
Workplaces that complete ALL 10 activities by 1-31-26 will receive:
- A special recognition gift for your team!
- Social media & website shoutout from United Way.
- Certificate of appreciaion for your workplace.
Sign up today to take the 100th Birthday Challenge! Let’s celebrate 100 years of impact and ensure the Next 100 is even brighter!