United Way of Forsyth County Inc

“The executive committee of the organization perform a detailed review of the form 990 and attachments. The 990 is made available electronically to the remainder of the board of directors for their review prior to filing.”

“All board members are required to read the code of ethics/conflict of interest policy annually. A signed verification from all board members is required noting any conflicts of interest. If there are conflicts of interest, those person are exempt from discussion and vote on the subject.”

“Executive committee members determine compensation for the executive director. Other officers- or key employees' compensation is determined by the executive committee by using various means of comparison and independent information including united way serveys.”

“Compensation is determined by the executive committee by using various means of comparison and independent information including united way surveys.”

“The governing documents are available to the public upon request.”

“United way of forsyth county fights for the health, education, financial stability/basic needs/economic mobility of every person in our community. We believe a quality education leads to a stable job, which provides financial stability and the ability to meet basic needs and enjoy good health. These are the building blocks for a good life and a thriving community. When you support united way, you are helping to create a stronger, healthier forsyth county and a brighter future for all.”

“Organizational highlights financially, uwfc finished at 83% of its income budget, 93.5% of its program expense budget and 99.4% of its overhead budget. The board of directors and staff continue to be mindful of spending like most united way's across the nation. Our conservative spending over the years and recognition that having a reserve will support our united way programs through a tough economy has proven our board is always mindful of its responsibility for the well-being of the organization. We had approximately 3,300 donors to our campaign. Seventy-six percent of our pledges come from employees of corporations and corporate gifts. The other 24% of our pledges come from employees of schools, local government entities, professionals, and individuals as well as small business owners. Community investment and community impact highlights united way of forsyth county actively nurtures and models social behaviors that encourage and promote an inclusive, diverse, and equitable community. We improve lives by serving people without regard to race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, identity, ability, or familial status. Our ongoing commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable community and expectation to improve lives is reflected in all aspects of work from united way's staff, volunteers, and partners. In 2024, united way of forsyth county invested 825,026 in approximately 50 health and human service agencies and programs. The dollars given reach all areas of our community. From the young to the old, the sick to the healthy, the employed to the unemployed and underemployed, those with homes to those without, united way dollars are giving hope. With the help of partners in the community, the organization is working hard to make a difference each day in our community our vision is to be a community where all people have the opportunity to engage, thrive and achieve a better quality of life. Areas of focus are: health (49%) education (35%) financial stability/basic needs/economic mobility (16%) over 2,000 english helplists and 1,500 spanish helplists were distributed throughout the community in 2024. The helplist is a companion to our comprehensive on-line community resource guide which was established in 2019 with the help of a vista volunteer and is available online at www.unitedwayforsyth.com. United way facilitated a collection of school supplies for distribution through our annual stuff the bus program. Over 4,300 items were donated from local businesses, civic organizations, and individuals to benefit students and classrooms during the 2024-25 school year. We continued support junior achievement biztown and financial park, a simulated town that allows middle school students to explore industries and careers through immersive simulations and acquire foundational knowledge for real world experiences. The ja discovery center is located inside the alliance academy for innovation. The philanthropy store, inside the ja discovery center, is operated by united way of forsyth county and the north georgia community foundation. In collaboration with forsyth county schools, united way of forsyth county is invested in our students' overall health by providing funding for on- site therapeutic services to students when costs were more than the family could afford. In 2024, united way paid out 36,731 to this program which equates to approximately 615 therapeutic sessions. With the help of community volunteers and stakeholders, we developed a mental health website which provides relevant information regarding mental wellness, mental illness, and resources to support improving mental health in forsyth county. In early 2021, the mental health website was launched and can be found at www. Mhfocoga.com. In 2024, approximately 1,500 mental health helplists were distributed throughout the community. Since 2015, united way of forsyth county has partnered with aarp foundation tax-aide to provide free tax preparation for low- and moderat”