Humanitarian Society
Humanitarian Society members know that greater impact Is possible when we work together.
The Humanitarian Society honors individuals who annually give $1,000 to $9,999. With over 2,600 members, our Humanitarian Society is our largest giving society.
Last year, Humanitarian Society members contributed more than $4.6 million to our annual campaign.
What is the potential impact of these donations?
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meals were provided to hungry neighbors
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nights of shelter were provided for homeless people
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children in need received a year of high-quality preschool
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adults were helped with workforce placement
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evictions were prevented for families in Cleveland
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calls to United Way 211 were supported
Humanitarian Society Membership Benefits
- Collective impact on Cleveland's communities in need
- Recognition in Leaders in Giving as one of United Way’s leadership supporters
- Invitations to United Way events, including a private recognition reception at Progressive Field
- Access to United Way information and community impact through our e-newsletter
- Access to Humanitarian Society author speaker series and Town Hall events
- A personal United Way representative who can answer your questions throughout the year
- Opportunity to be featured in our publications
- Personal staff member to assist with your gift and designation options
- Involvement with other Humanitarian Society members, including prominent local community leaders and CEO’s
- Deepen your understanding of United Way and community issues
Humanitarian Spotlight
Margaret Wong
“Many think philanthropy is just money from those who have enough to give. Philanthropy isn’t a tax deduction. It’s an investment in the future.”
Humanitarian Society Co-Chairs
Kip Bollin, Thompson Hine
Gary Poth, KeyBank
Gary Poth, KeyBank
Humanitarian Society Members
Interested in Learning More?
Joshua Landis
Associate Director, Community Philanthropy
jlandis@unitedwaycleveland.org or 216-436-2193.
