Are you looking for a way to make a meaningful impact in your community? Through the United Way workplace-giving campaign, you can donate your vehicle to Coal Valley Charity Cars, helping to support families in Wilkes-Barre and surrounding areas. Your generosity not only provides essential transportation but also strengthens vital programs focused on education, financial stability, and health.
Participating is simple and empowers you to contribute directly through payroll deductions or one-time gifts. Additionally, if your employer offers a matching gift program, your impact could be multiplied even further, enabling Coal Valley Charity Cars to assist more families in need.
How to activate this channel
Check Your Employer's Participation
Verify if your employer participates in the United Way workplace campaign. Consult your HR department or employee handbook to find out about giving options and matching gift programs.
Choose Your Donation Method
Select how you want to give—either through payroll deduction or a one-time vehicle donation. Ensure you understand any guidelines regarding vehicle eligibility.
Donate Your Vehicle
Arrange for the donation of your vehicle directly to Coal Valley Charity Cars or a local agency supported by United Way. You'll receive a 1098-C form for your tax records.
Attribution to Workplace Campaign
Ensure your vehicle donation is attributed to your workplace campaign for chapter credit. This way, it counts toward your employer's matching contribution if available.
Receive Recognition
Look for recognition of your donation at both the chapter and workplace levels. Your commitment to community improvement will be highlighted, inspiring others to follow suit.
×Impact multiplier
Your donation can have a profound impact on Coal Valley Charity Cars, particularly when leveraged through employer matching programs. For example, if you donate a vehicle valued at $2,500 and your employer matches contributions at 50%, that’s an additional $1,250, totaling $3,750 in support for local families. Programs supported by United Way cover crucial areas like education and health, ensuring that your efforts reach those who need it most. Join us in amplifying your contribution—every vehicle donated directly translates to life-changing support for your community.
Common employer platforms + programs
- Benevity
- YourCause
- Bright Funds
- Cybergrants
- Double the Donation
- Network for Good
- Community Funded
- JustGiving
How to check eligibility
To check if your employer offers a matching gift program, consult your HR department or the employee benefits portal. Typically, full-time employees qualify for these benefits, and many organizations encourage charitable giving through established matching programs, thereby enhancing your philanthropic impact.
Wilkes-Barre workplace-giving context
Wilkes-Barre is home to several Fortune 500 companies that actively promote workplace-giving initiatives. Pennsylvania's commitment to community support is reflected in robust local United Way chapters, making it easier for employees to contribute to causes like Coal Valley Charity Cars. By participating, you join a growing trend in the state aimed at fostering a culture of giving and support.