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Brown Gives

Brown Gives

Brown Gives, the University's annual workplace fundraising campaign, supports United Way of Rhode Island's LIVE UNITED campaign.

The Brown Gives campaign begins November 1.

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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

Families struggling to make ends meet are often one flat tire or unexpected medical bill away from not being able to pay their rent that month.

38%

is the percent of Latinx children who live in poverty in Rhode Island

<50%

is the portion of Black and Latinx Rhode Islanders who own their homes compared to whites

150,000

is the number of Rhode Islanders who live in poverty, with many more considered cost-burdened

Ways to Give

  1. 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. 
  2. 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 2025.
  3. 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 BeginsFriday, November 1
Open Enrollment BeginsMonday, November 4
Brown Gives Campaign EndsTuesday, December 31

Information Sessions

Additional Resources

Contact

Please email browngives@brown.edu  for any questions, inquiries, or to join as a campaign leader.