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Any info on how to do this? I went to HR but no one was around. Thanx
They tried to hound me the first two years.Don't you get hounded to donate by management? I donate just to get them off my back! I thought this pressure to donate would be just another "two week plan" with UPS when it started, but the pressure is just increasing!
Any info on how to do this? I went to HR but no one was around. Thanx
I think that giving to United Way is a personal decision and that what ever you decide should in no way affect your status at work.
Upstate - I've also been giving a considerable amount for many years and a few things you need to watch for:I was military before I came to UPS and we had a mandate for 100% participation from our troops so the donation money from those who chose not to donate was made up by the NCOs. I am unaware as to whether this happens at UPS or not but it wouldn't surprise me.
I know I will catch a lot of flak for this but I faithfully support the United Way each year to the tune of $25/week (yes, $1,300 per year). I designate 100% to go to the local Hospice, as they do wonderful work with those people who are nearing the end of their lives, and, I will also admit, I deduct this amount on my taxes and recoup $325 so it is a win-win for both the Hospice, as they get the full $1,300, and for me as I get some of it back. (Thanks, W) I do not endorse some of the tactics UPS uses to solicit donations but, having said that, I have a hard believing that a driver making $28.20 per hour cannot afford to donate $1 or $2 per week if, for nothing else, just to shut management up. They probably spend at last that much on lottery tickets.
UpSate, I applaud you in your designation for Hospice, they provide a much needed service. Here's something to think about though. Next year give directly to Hospice, it is just as deductible and they receive more out of you donation. UW, takes out a portion for "administration fees". In the end it is money YOU EARNED, YOU can spend it the way you please.I was military before I came to UPS and we had a mandate for 100% participation from our troops so the donation money from those who chose not to donate was made up by the NCOs. I am unaware as to whether this happens at UPS or not but it wouldn't surprise me.
I know I will catch a lot of flak for this but I faithfully support the United Way each year to the tune of $25/week (yes, $1,300 per year). I designate 100% to go to the local Hospice, as they do wonderful work with those people who are nearing the end of their lives, and, I will also admit, I deduct this amount on my taxes and recoup $325 so it is a win-win for both the Hospice, as they get the full $1,300, and for me as I get some of it back. (Thanks, W) I do not endorse some of the tactics UPS uses to solicit donations but, having said that, I have a hard believing that a driver making $28.20 per hour cannot afford to donate $1 or $2 per week if, for nothing else, just to shut management up. They probably spend at last that much on lottery tickets.
Upstate - I've also been giving a considerable amount for many years and a few things you need to watch for:
- Never donate anonymously. Make sure they know who gave the money so you can get an acknowledgement they received it.
- If you don't hear from the group, contact them to see if they received your donation. If they didn't, go back to the district coordinator and ask them to find out where the UW sent your money.
- Your group will not get the full amount you donate even if designate. UW will always take their administrative fees, usually around 10%.
- The group will only get a check from UW twice a year, so don't look until July for the 1st 6 months donations.
If you are dealing with an organization you know, contact the treasurer and make them aware of your donation and ask them to let you know when they get it. Last year I gave to a small group where my money was going to make a big difference. UW left a word out of their name and the check was received and cashed by a different group.