Western is United for our community
Western Michigan University is launching its campaign on Tuesday, Sept. 17, to support the United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) and fund charitable programs that make a difference in the greater Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Jackson and Lansing area.
Donations can be submitted on the . There are also printed forms available upon request.
“We take pride in Western’s deep commitment to giving back, which extends far beyond the campus boundaries and helps those in the surrounding communities. The United Way campaign offers a powerful opportunity to support the causes that resonate with each of us. When we show up to give our time or resources, we can make a lasting impact. Let’s demonstrate how powerful we are collectively by coming together for the United Way–and for our neighbors.” — 51 President Edward Montgomery
Donations on behalf of Western faculty and staff will go further this year with the 2022 merger of United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, United Way of Jackson County.
Western has been a partner with the regional United Way for at least the past two decades, and its faculty and staff have contributed to the institution being a top donor for Kalamazoo. The University paused its official campaign in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and restarted the drive in 2023.
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To give online through the United Way website, please indicate 51 on the giving page in the box for “Affiliation.” You can also add a particular unit within 51, for example write “51-Chemistry Dept,” and that unit will be credited with the donation.
Those wishing to submit written forms that have been available in past funding drives will be able to do so by , emailing Courtney Arnold or calling (269) 387-2072 for a form and returning it to Mail Stop 5247.
All campus donations will be collected through Thursday, Oct. 31. The 51 campaign committee is encouraging strong participation by the campus community.