PITTSFIELD, Mass.  — Berkshire United Way (BUW) launched its 2022-2023 fundraising campaign to support 40 programs and more than 10,000 neighbors in need. 

 

BUW workplace campaign partners engage their employees with recreational opportunities, programs, and recognition events that connect philanthropy and camaraderie. The team at BUW works with nearly 140 workplace campaigns to offer simple, efficient, and enjoyable ways for employees to make a difference in the community, according to a press release.  

 

"Workplace campaigns are the backbone of BUW's fundraising. Each contribution enables us to invest in our partner organizations and support the incredible work happening every day to improve the quality of life here in Berkshire County," said Brenda Petell, BUW director of volunteer engagement. 

 

David Hall, founding partner and president of CompuWorks, said the company prides itself on having 100 percent participation in Berkshire United Way's workplace campaign.

 

"We make sure new employees are aware of this during their orientation. It's our way of introducing and connecting them to the community. We have a lot of young professionals and it's important to get them involved," he said. "We are committed to supporting the community and leading by example, and contributing through the workplace campaign is a good way to get that spark going." 

 

"Running a workplace campaign requires tremendous commitment from leadership, tireless dedication from volunteer employee campaign coordinators, and inspiriting generosity from the workforce," added BUW President and CEO Tom Bernard. "We ask a lot from our campaign partners because we know the need in our community is great and that the most vulnerable members of our community are facing challenges and inequities." 

 

Continuing a partnership with Mill Town, anyone who pledges through their workplace campaign this year will be entered for a chance to win a Berkshire Experience at Gateways Inn in Lenox. To learn how to establish a workplace campaign, contact Pamela Knisley at pknisley@berkshireunitedway.org or (413) 442-6948 x15. Learn more about BUW’s work in the community at www.berkshireunitedway.org.