Frequently Asked Questions

Unless you choose one of the four pillars associated with the United Way Impact Framework listed, your gift will go to a general fund which is carefully reviewed by an allocations committee, who finally determines which agency gets what money. Donations to the Waco/McLennan County United Way are used to help people in our community.

Great question! Baylor knows that many faculty and staff do just that, and further understands the financial commitment and sometimes strains experienced. We ask that the Baylor Family encourage each other by giving what they can - maybe no more than $5 a month to this worthy cause that helps to support people right here where we live.

Donations for annual campaigns will begin with the first pay period of each calendar year in January.

Of course! Just indicate that option on your pledge. Remember, you can make your gift by payroll deduction or debit/credit card through the United Way online donation system. If you have questions about alternative donation payments, please email External_Affairs@baylor.edu.

Actually, the annual campaign, which occurs in September - November, provides the opportunity for individuals to consider what gift they can make for the following year and make changes as they wish. For this reason, you will complete a new pledge card each year to continue to donate.

Fun and creative activities are welcome, but be sure to clear everything with your supervisor. We would not want you to take time away from your work day. One other thing to consider, why not encourage everyone in your office to make their contribution via payroll deduction for the amount that they would have spent on the baking process (groceries, time, etc.) or on an item purchased at the sale? ($5 or $10 for a nice cake or homemade bread) This could be a no bake/no eat Bake Sale - saving time and calories!

No, the funds raised in Waco/McLennan County stay in our area, and our United Way does not fund Planned Parenthood. To read more about the agencies in our community, click here.

Camille Wilder is your 2025 United Way campaign chair. Please email her with any questions or suggestions you may have. Please consider inviting Baylor External Affairs to your department to speak on the importance of giving to United Way.