United Way of the Coastal Empire - Effingham County

United Way of the Coastal Empire - Effingham County The mission of United Way of the Coastal Empire is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of Thanks to the Herschel V.


Through partnerships, long-term planning and wise investment of donor contributions, United Way supports community programs and services within four impact areas:

Education & Youth Development
Health & Wellness
Economic Independence

Basic Human Needs

United Way of the Coastal Empire serves four counties: Bryan, Chatham, Effingham and Liberty. United Way is a volunteer driven organ

ization that involves hundreds of community leaders, professionals and other volunteers in every aspect of our business, including fundraising, marketing and funding decisions, to ensure that your donations are truly making a difference. Jenkins Trust Fund and other income, which have exceeded all administrative and fundraising expenses, donor contributions go directly to support vital human services that impact our community. United Ways without a trust fund must generally allocate 10-15% of campaign funds to cover administrative and fundraising expenses.

06/15/2026

Did you see our fearless leader featured on Savannah CEO (Georgia CEO) last week?

We are in the final stretch of this year's community fund campaign and we need your help to reach our goal! Join the Journey today and give at uwce.info/join-the-journey!

Keeping our children safe!
06/08/2026

Keeping our children safe!

Car Seat Safety Class!

The Effingham County Health Department is offering Car Seat Safety Classes on June 11 and July 16 from 10–11 a.m. at the Effingham County Health Department in Springfield.

📍 Effingham County Health Department
802 US Hwy 119 S, Springfield

📞 Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Call 912-754-6484 to reserve your spot today.

Safe travels start with the right car seat! Help us spread the word to families in our community. ❤️

We're in the final stretch of our Community Fund campaign and are just steps away from reaching our $5.2 million goal!To...
06/05/2026

We're in the final stretch of our Community Fund campaign and are just steps away from reaching our $5.2 million goal!

To help us cross the finish line, a generous community partner has donated a Savannah Staycation package. Everyone who makes a gift to the Community Fund between June 2 and June 30 will be entered for an opportunity to win.

Your donation helps strengthen our community by supporting local nonprofit programs and United Way direct services across the Coastal Empire.

Give today at uwce.info/join-the-journey!

We are so close to reaching out Community Fund goal and have just 4 weeks until our fiscal year ends! Would you consider...
06/03/2026

We are so close to reaching out Community Fund goal and have just 4 weeks until our fiscal year ends! Would you consider joining the journey and donating to the Community fund?

As an added bonus, anyone who gives between June 2nd and June 30th will automatically be entered for an opportunity to win a Savannah staycation (thanks to the generosity of one of our supporters)!

Join the journey and give today: uwce.info/join-the-journey

With just over a month left in our 2026 Community Fund campaign, we reached an exciting milestone last week: 90% of our ...
05/26/2026

With just over a month left in our 2026 Community Fund campaign, we reached an exciting milestone last week: 90% of our $5.2 million goal has been raised.

The Community Fund powers support for more than 50 nonprofit partners across the Coastal Empire and helps sustain programs like our 211 Information and Referral Service and Read United. Every gift helps strengthen opportunities for individuals and families across our region.

Will you help us reach the remaining 10% needed to meet our goal and make an even greater impact together? Give today at uwce.info/give!

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and 211 Information and Referral Service will be closed on Monday, May 25th. ...
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and 211 Information and Referral Service will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will reopen Tuesday the 26th at 8:30 a.m.

If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

Interested in supporting our annual fundraising campaign as a Campaign Ambassador? We’re looking for individuals who are...
05/18/2026

Interested in supporting our annual fundraising campaign as a Campaign Ambassador? We’re looking for individuals who are comfortable managing workplace giving accounts, building donor relationships, and delivering engaging presentations.

Join us as a United Way Campaign Ambassador and help drive impact through donor engagement, workplace partnerships, and community outreach.

uwce.info/careers

Reminder! Our next Learning Circle workshop is happening soon: “The Balanced Board: Clear and Meaningful Service”📍 Goodw...
05/14/2026

Reminder! Our next Learning Circle workshop is happening soon: “The Balanced Board: Clear and Meaningful Service”

📍 Goodwill Southeast Georgia
📅 Thursday, May 28 | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
🎟️ FREE (Pre-registration required)

Learn practical strategies to strengthen board engagement, clarify roles, and build stronger board/staff partnerships.

Register today: uwce.info/united-way-learning-circle

Thank you to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation for sponsoring this series.

We’re hiring!This contract role will support our annual fundraising campaign by working with workplace partners, engagin...
05/11/2026

We’re hiring!

This contract role will support our annual fundraising campaign by working with workplace partners, engaging donors, and helping share the impact of the Community Fund throughout the Coastal Empire.

The Campaign Ambassador will collaborate with United Way staff and community volunteers to strengthen partnerships, increase engagement, and support campaign success during our busiest season.

📅 Temporary contract role: July–December (based on available funding)
🙌 Ideal for someone who enjoys public speaking, relationship-building, and community engagement

Apply here: uwce.info/careers

Address

711 Zitterour Drive
Rincon, GA
31326

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19128265300

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