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1.

The United Way focuses its efforts on preventing future social problems and building a strong social support network.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – It is the focus on prevention that makes the United Way an agent of social change!

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2.

The United Way uses donations to help fund non-profit agencies already providing services in the community.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – This is partly why the United Way is so cost efficient!

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The United Way conducts research to assess where it can make the greatest positive change to prevent future social problems. As a result, it focuses on the homeless, animals, and the unemployed.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
B. Myth

Explanation
MYTH – Based on their research, the United Way targets children, poverty, and staying connected to the community.

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4.

When you donate to the United Way through PwC’s workplace campaign, your donations are used to improve lives of people throughout the country.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
B. Myth

Explanation
MYTH – Our donations are used to improve the lives of our own community, the Lower Mainland.

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5.

When you increase your donation to the United Way (without redirecting it to other charities) by 15% or more, United Way's Philanthropists' Circle matches your donation.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH - For example, if you increase your donation from $100 last year to $115 this year, the Philanthropists' Circle will match your full donation of $115, resulting in United Way receiving $230 in total. Your donation will effectively double!

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6.

In 2014, the United Way provided funding to approximately 150 non-profit social service agencies.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – Through our Team Volunteer Days, PwC works with a number of these agencies. Please see the list in the United Way Spark.

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7.

The model the United Way uses to raise money is unique because contributors are able to give donations through payroll deductions.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – Each of us received the personalized email with the e-pledge link. Please follow the link in the email to utilize the payroll deduction option!

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8.

During the Town Hall meeting, Lynn Sackville talked about the efficiency of the United Way of the Lower Mainland.Lynn shared that the fundraising and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenue are approximately 14%.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – CRA generally accepts up to 35%. The United Way of the Lower Mainland is one of the lowest cost organizations. Yay, United Way of the Lower Mainland!

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9.

During our 2014 United Way fund raising campaign at PwC, we raised over $150,000 with 200 staff and partners (or 28%) participating.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
B. Myth

Explanation
MYTH – Close to 300 staff and partners (or 38%) participated and raised over $270,000. Yay, PwC!

This year, we would like to see 50% participation. Please see the prize list for achieving our participating goal!

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10.

PwC supports the United Way of Lower Mainland in many different ways.For example, our office managing partner, John DeLucchi, has sat on the board of directors for many years.
- A.
  
  Truth
- B.
  
  Myth
Correct Answer
A. Truth

Explanation
TRUTH – Inspired? Please support the United Way through the e-pledge. Your name will be entered into the daily draws as soon as you make the donation. Sooner you donate, more opportunities to win the prizes! Don’t forget about our annual Silent Auction!

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United Way - Truth Or Myth?

The United Way focuses its efforts on preventing future social problems and building a strong social support network.

The United Way uses donations to help fund non-profit agencies already providing services in the community.

The United Way conducts research to assess where it can make the greatest positive change to prevent future social problems. As a result, it focuses on the homeless, animals, and the unemployed.

When you donate to the United Way through PwC’s workplace campaign, your donations are used to improve lives of people throughout the country.

When you increase your donation to the United Way (without redirecting it to other charities) by 15% or more, United Way's Philanthropists' Circle matches your donation.

In 2014, the United Way provided funding to approximately 150 non-profit social service agencies.

The model the United Way uses to raise money is unique because contributors are able to give donations through payroll deductions.

During the Town Hall meeting, Lynn Sackville talked about the efficiency of the United Way of the Lower Mainland.Lynn shared that the fundraising and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenue are approximately 14%.

During our 2014 United Way fund raising campaign at PwC, we raised over $150,000 with 200 staff and partners (or 28%) participating.

PwC supports the United Way of Lower Mainland in many different ways.For example, our office managing partner, John DeLucchi, has sat on the board of directors for many years.