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Brown Gives

Brown Gives, the University's annual workplace fundraising campaign, supports United Way of Rhode Island and its work to create greater equity and opportunity for all Rhode Islanders.

The Brown Gives campaign begins November 1.

Your Gift Makes a Difference

100% of your support for United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) goes directly to fund critical programs and urgent services—not costly overhead. This is made possible by a trust for UWRI that covers their fundraising and administrative costs.

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What We're Up Against

For too many Rhode Island families, working hard is not enough to make ends meet.

43%

of Rhode Island households can’t afford the basics

13%

of those households live below the Federal Poverty Level

30%

of those households earn above the poverty level, but still struggle to afford basic necessities

These households are known as ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.

ALICE households are working, but the cost of necessities such as housing, child care, food, transportation, health care and technology exceeds what they earn. Because many public assistance programs are tied to the Federal Poverty Level, ALICE households may earn too much to qualify for help while still struggling to make ends meet.

An unexpected expense such as a car repair, medical bill, or higher utility bill can force an impossible choice: pay the utility bill or fill the gas tank; buy groceries or pick up a prescription.

United Way of Rhode Island works to close that gap and build a Rhode Island where work truly works for everyone.

Ways to Give

Donate through the United Way of Rhode Island’s e-pledge site. You get the maximum flexibility when you donate this way. You can direct all - or a portion - of your donation to any non-profits in the United States. You can make a one-time or recurring donation in any amount via credit card, check or payroll deduction.
Set up a recurring donation through payroll deduction during Open Enrollment*. As part of the Open Enrollment process, employees can establish a fixed pledge amount in increments of $10, $25, $50, $75, or $100 per month beginning in January 2027.
Participate in special events organized by Brown Gives Campaign Leaders*. Campaign Leaders are volunteers in departments across campus who go the extra mile to boost donations through special events and donations can be made via our online payment system.

* Funds raised via Open Enrollment and events organized by Campaign Leaders are directed toward the United Way’s mission of increasing equity and opportunities for all Rhode Islanders.

Please Note: Donations are post-tax; individuals may claim the deduction when tax returns are filed unless contributing to a department event.

Dates
Brown Gives Campaign Begins	Sunday, November 1
Open Enrollment	Monday, November 2 - Monday, November 23
Brown Gives Campaign Ends	Thursday, December 31

Get Involved

Want to make an even bigger impact? Become a Brown Gives Campaign Leader and help engage your colleagues in supporting communities across Rhode Island.

Campaign Leaders are volunteers from departments across campus who help raise awareness, organize events, and encourage participation in Brown Gives.

For questions, additional information, or to become a Campaign Leader, please email browngives@brown.edu.