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
Community Investment Update
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.