LIGHT THE WAY

Every day, in every community in Southeastern Michigan, there are families struggling to afford basic needs like food, shelter and child care. Whether providing immediate help during times of crisis or building a foundation for long-term stability, United Way is there to Light The Way to a brighter future. It’s only possible because of your support.

When families struggle to pay a utility bill or put food on the table, United Way’s 2-1-1 helpline connects them with the resources they need to get by.

When students risk falling behind due to a lack of access to reading materials or technology, United Way is there to distribute books, laptops and other tools.

And as our community works to address racial and systemic inequities in Southeastern Michigan, United Way is there to provide grant funding and support to local organizations focused on racial justice and equity work.

Your support powers this work. Together, we can advance equitable communities where every households is stable and all children can thrive. Please consider making a gift during our United Way Giving Campaign.

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Making a difference together

I am proud of the generosity that is shared amongst our employees at DTE Energy. Our employees donate their time and money to hundreds of agencies, volunteer thousands of hours to nonprofit organizations and bring this energy with them to work every day.

DTE Energy and United Way have been lasting partners for 40 years to empower the communities where we live and serve. Nearly half of our employees choose to donate to the causes and initiatives United Way supports year-over-year. Our gifts reach hundreds of organizations across the country and impact the lives of thousands of people.

One might ask why we partner with United Way and the answer to this is simple — our missions align and together, we create lasting change for our communities. Along with United Way, we focus on education, financial stability and basic needs that are critical to ensuring a high quality of life.

Your generosity and support makes the life-changing impact that enables United Way to help others in areas that need the most support. You are enriching the lives of people, providing them with a glimmer of hope and the power to create a prosperous future.

Your gift will help United Way make a real and lasting impact. Click here to make your own online contribution.

Shawn Patterson

Vice President Environmental Management and Safety