2021 Strategic Planning Stakeholder Survey

United Way of Southwest Michigan is working on a new strategic plan, and we need your input! We want your thoughts on 6 simple questions. And do you want to know the best part? It will take you less than 5 minutes to answer them! Will you help us out?

1.How do you support the work of United Way of Southwest Michigan? Please check all that apply.

I give money

I advocate for important issues

I volunteer my time

I look to United Way for stories and information about work happening in our community

2.What inspires you to support UWSM? Please check all that apply.

They address issues that are important to me

They address the most important issues in the community

I want to make a difference

It’s the right thing to do

I know someone who has been helped by UWSM or a Funded Partner

I have been helped through UWSM or a Funded Partner

Combining my support with thousands of other people makes a powerful impact

My company/organization asked me to

A friend or coworker asked me to

For recognition purposes

3.Which issues do you care most about? Please choose your top three.

Children are ready for Kindergarten

Children are meeting reading standards

Students graduate from High School and are ready for further education or a career

People have the knowledge and ability to manage their finances

People are able to get jobs that can provide a livable income

are getting the right kinds of nutrition and physical activity

People can get the emotional support they need

People and caregivers have support to manage chronic illness

Senior citizens have supports they need to live life on their own terms

People have easy access to adequate amounts of affordable, nutritious food

People have safe housing, no matter their situation

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

4.Does UWSM make you feel appreciated for your support?

Yes

5.Throughout the year, UWSM wants to tell you how your support is making a difference in the community. What is the best way to communicate with you?

Mail

Local newspaper

Local radio

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Text messages

6.What 1 or 2 words would you use to describe the kind of community you want to live in?

7.Do you have any additional comments or feedback?

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