BLOOMINGTON – On Wednesday, United Way of South Central Indiana joins United Way Worldwide (UWW) to announce a refreshed brand that reflects the organization’s reach and impact in communities. United Way is one of the world’s largest and oldest privately funded charities, helping over 48 million people annually, including nearly one in three people in Brown, Greene, Lawrence, Monroe, Orange, and Owen counties.
“The global brand refresh is a significant milestone in our organization’s 137-year history and represents our commitment to evolve and innovate to meet the changing needs of our communities worldwide,” said Angela F. Williams, president and CEO of UWW. “It signifies our organization’s longstanding journey while also embodying our transformative approach to remain relevant, sustainable, and impactful now and in the future.”
United Way’s global brand refresh effort comes at a time when data reveal a decline in the proportion of Americans who volunteer or contribute to nonprofit organizations. Through this renewed strategy, United Way aims to spur greater engagement and action among the public and reinforce what United Way stands for, how it’s different, and why audiences should be engaged with the work of United Way. Underpinning the revitalized brand are four impact areas – youth opportunity, healthy community, financial security, and community resiliency – highlighting United Way’s expertise and unwavering commitment.
“By aligning with the global brand refresh and further unifying with our global network, our United Way will be better equipped to tackle the unique needs of our community and drive meaningful change in the lives of individuals and families here in south-central Indiana,” said Randy Rogers, President & CEO of United Way of South Central Indiana. “This strategic branding approach helps us to amplify better the impact we are having not just locally, but in all communities where we operate.”
“This brand refresh reflects United Way’s deep roots in our community and our ongoing commitment to driving change that truly matters,” shared Chris Pierce, United Way of South Central Indiana Board Chair. “By adopting this new strategy, we are not just reimagining our brand; we are reaffirming our mission to serve the most pressing needs of individuals and families in south-central Indiana. We are united in our vision for a stronger, more resilient future.”
UWW’s global brand refresh was informed by a comprehensive and robust brand discovery process that included both qualitative and quantitative research at the local and global levels, reflecting the needs of communities.
Additionally, United Way is rolling out a new branding campaign theme, “United is the Way™.” By activating the United Way name into a declarative statement of purpose, “United is the Way” invites all people and communities to take action and make a bigger impact together. The brand refresh also includes a revitalized visual identity, in which UWW’s iconic circle of hope logo has been unboxed to signify the dynamic nature of the 137-year-old organization, which – through its deep roots in tens of thousands of communities around the world – listens and responds in real-time to changing, pressing needs.
UWW’s new brand will be rolled out across all communication channels, including a refreshed website. The organization is confident that the global brand refresh will resonate with its diverse audience and inspire increased engagement and support of communities worldwide.
