Advocate

What does it mean to advocate?

It's a power that we all have. It’s standing up for others and what you believe in your heart. It can be championing a cause, or simply not being silent. Living UNITED means finding your voice and joining it with others. Change is possible. So go ahead and advocate in a LIVE UNITED world. Do it in public. Be visible. Be loud.

Become A Champion of Change!

Share Your Story
How do you Live United? Send us your story so we can share it with the community. Have a video camera? Post your story online on YouTube!

Share in Our Success
United Way funded programs have a positive impact on hundreds of lives in Wyoming County. Share with others how United Way has helped someone you know. Join our new Speaker’s Bureau. The Speakers Bureau consists of enthusiastic advocates from member agencies and individuals who have experienced the life-changing services these agencies provide.

Promote Your United Way
Speak up and stand strong as someone who knows how to Live United. Wear the Live United shirt. You’ll be able to spark a conversation when you wear it proudly in your community. Place a link on your website back to ours. United Way needs people who are passionate about education, income and health. Let your voice be heard and show the world what it means to Live United.

Public Policy Action Alerts
Several bills are already working their way through Capital Hill to help improve the quality of life for everyone living in the United States. Click here to visit United Way of America's Public Policy page and learn more about how you can work with the government to advance the common good.

Vote!
One of the easiest ways to affect change in your community is by voting. Whether the issue be local, regional, or national, your vote is one way to raise your voice in support of your community.