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Small Business, Big Impact
United Way of Southeast Iowa’s Small Business, Big Impact (SBBI) program is a leadership circle of local business owners dedicated to serving the community where we all live, work, and play.
Small businesses play a critical role in maintaining a thriving local economy, and their partnership is equally critical to the success of United Way, as we fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community.
SBBI focuses on connecting small business owners who understand we can find sustaining solutions to our community’s toughest challenges through partnerships and the efficient mobilization of resources: time, talent, and treasure.
Becoming a member is a stepping stone in your business’ philanthropic journey — a chance to make a real difference in the community. To join, small businesses are asked to contribute $50 or more to our Community Impact Fund.
Benefits of SBBI
- Recognition
- Receive individual recognition in the United Way of Southeast Iowa’s Annual Report and during events throughout the year.
- Social Media
- A social media highlight when your organization has joined SBBI, and every time you re-up your commitment.
- Logo Display
- Your logo displayed on the United Way of Southeast Iowa’s website.
- Window Cling
- A SSBI Window Cling for your business to proudly display.
Where does your donation go?
- Your company’s contributions go directly to our Community Impact Fund, which allows us to fund and lead critical programs throughout the community. Currently, we have 13 partner agencies and we help fund over 40 of their programs. These programs break down barriers, close educational gaps, and more by providing services that support the United Way of Southeast Iowa’s Education, Health, and Financial Stability impact areas.
- United Way of Southeast Iowa has a strict allocation process to ensure that all donations are used appropriately. You can rest assured that your donation will be hard at work providing needed services, relief, and care to members of your community.
What is the “ROI” of giving to Burlington/West Burlington United Way?
- $1 given each week provides for a family of five or more with a food box each month, for four months
- $2 given each week provides 10 blankets to comfort residents experiencing homelessness
- $5 given each week provides a bus pass for 17 young people to travel to their job or interviews
- $10 given each week provides meals for a woman and her children for a month while they are in shelter
- $20 given each week provides food, gas, or supplies for 10 families who are relocating due to abuse or domestic violence allegations.
- 98% of what is donated to the United Way of Southeast Iowa stays in this area.