United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

About

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County is the premier nonprofit health and human services organization focused on results that matter...improving lives and impacting community problems.  United Way’s goal is to create long-lasting change by addressing our community’s most serious problems.  To achieve its goal, United Way focuses on three critical issue areas:  Education, Income and Health – the building blocks to a good life.  We bring the community together to invest in programs that support and strengthen families, promote economic self-sufficiency, meet basic needs, help children and youth succeed, build healthier neighborhoods and communities, and break the cycle of poverty.  This is only possible through the combined dedication and talent of donors, volunteers and staff.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County employs a full and part-time staff of 85 people in our Milwaukee and Waukesha locations, including professional and administrative positions in fund-raising, marketing, accounting, IT, and community impact.  In addition, United Way hires seasonal fund-raising (Loaned Executives and Administrative Loaned Executives) and pledge processing/accounting positions to help meet the fluctuating demands of the Community Campaign.

Number of Employees: 
51-100 employees
FAQ: 
What does the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County do?
To watch this short video to find out and learn more, copy and paste the URL into your browser, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWlaUgoIpfU
How is UWGMWC connected to United Way Worldwide?
United Way Worldwide is a global service organization that provides services and support to nearly 1,800 local, independent United Ways across the world. United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County has its own 501(c)(3) certification, is independently governed by a local board of directors and pays dues to United Way Worldwide. Money raised in our four-county region stays here, supporting local programs and helping local people.
Is UWGMWC committed to diversity?
Yes, United Way reflects all the people who live and work in our community. From volunteers and donors, to staff and the people we help, United Way embraces and celebrates the diversity of our community, which makes us stronger as an organization and drives positive change in our community.
Contact: 
Michelle 
Gutknecht
HR Generalist
414-263-8108
As the Human Resources Generalist, I focus mainly on staffing, benefits and all administrative aspects of Human Resources. However, I also assist with several other areas of Human Resources/Talent Management as needed, including: compensation, employee/union relations, performance management, learning and development and legal compliance.
Ken 
Vogel
Director of Human Resources
414-263-8138
In my role, I provide human capital leadership and direction for all staff functions and advise senior management on strategic HR matters, while overseeing all tactical responsibilities of the HR function. My role is performed within the framework of United Way Worldwide Standards of excellence pertaining to talent management and development.

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