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The Art of Asking
So you wonder how you can possibly share
the United Way message through meetings
with all employees? Here are some simple
steps to help you make quality contact with
all employees. Don’t forget this is not a “personal” ask. This is an opportunity to
educate your fellow employees about United
Way of Pierce County and our community.
Step 1: Make Your Own Gift First
• Consider being a leadership giver or
increasing your campaign contribution.
• Your contribution says: I believe in
United Way and our community.
• It is easier for others to make their
commitment when they know you are
a supporter.
Step 2: Introduction
• Do the easiest contacts first. For
example, contact those collegues who
have given before or who you believe
would support United Way. Build
self-confidence.
• Familiarize yourself with the
campaign information.
• Explain your role as a coordinator
when you personally contact coworkers
about the campaign.
Step 3: Talk About United Way and
Critical Needs Facing Our Community
• United Way provides the best way to
help the most people.
• United Way focuses resources on critical
community needs: Housing Availability,
Child and Youth Development, Access
to Healthcare and a safety net of services
through the Community Solutions Fund.
Step 4: Give Examples of How Your Gift Will Help Makes a Difference
• Try to personalize the ask with stories
and examples of people you know
who have been helped.
• Use examples available on United
Way of Pierce County’s website or use
the United Way video as a resource.
Step 5: Explain the Pledge Form
Step 6: Answer Questions
• Respond positively. Every comment
is a chance to educate others about
United Way and our community.
• Unanswerable questions? Call your
Account Executive/Loaned
Executive. He or she will respond
quickly with the information you need.
Step 7: Ask for the Gift
• Encourage each person to give
through payroll deduction. Small
monthly gifts grow to a large annual
contribution.
• If an employee cannot complete the
form right away, have a clear deadline
for turning in the form.
Step 8: Say Thank you!
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