Giving More, Doing More…Right Here in the Poconos _

There is a fresh reason to feel good about giving and this time it is not just the warm glow you get when you know you have helped your neighbor. A recent increase in charitable giving limits means that even if you do not itemize your taxes, you can now deduct up to $1,000 if you file as a single taxpayer or $2,000 if you are married and file jointly for cash contributions to qualified nonprofits. 

What does that mean for you? It means your generosity can go further… for you and for the Poconos. And there is no better place to invest than right here at home. When you give to Pocono Mountains United Way, every single dollar stays in our community. Your gift powers programs that address pressing needs today from housing stability to early childhood education, while also tackling the system level challenges that prepare us for tomorrow. 

We are part of a global network of United Ways, giving us access to proven strategies and a worldwide delivery system. But make no mistake, our heart and our focus are here in the Pocono Mountains! We use real data to anticipate emerging issues so we can meet our community’s toughest challenges with solutions that change lives. Each donation is an example of the caring power of our community. 

We believe in a community where everyone can thrive. And we believe that when we come together as neighbors, businesses, and organizations, we can build a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Pocono region. This year, our campaign is entitled United in Strength! We ask you to use your giving power to make a difference.  

This is more than a tax deduction. This is your opportunity to create lasting change for your friends, your neighbors, and your family. Let us put these increased giving limits to work in the best way possible, by investing in the place we all call home. 

I hope you will explore our website to learn more about our impact and how you can be part of it. Together, we are not just responding to needs, we are shaping a future we can all be proud of. 

– Michael Tukeva, President/CEO