Every year, Heart of Maine United Way presents awards to the top-performing fundraisers in the area, categorized by Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.

The criteria for awards are as follows:

Company average gift ≥ $260

Company gift per capita ≥ $80

Company % participation ≥ 40%

Implementation of Best Practices

Total amount raised ≥ previous year*

*Must be met before receiving any award

Platinum

Company meets all 5 criteria AND makes outstanding efforts to engage the public in their campaign

Gold

Company meets all (5) criteria

Silver

Company meets (4) out of (5) criteria

Bronze

Company meets (3) out of (5) criteria

Bonus

Companies that increase their campaign total by 20% or more over the previous year will receive a boost in award ranking.

Award winners will receive special recognition throughout the year including, but not limited to:

  • Recognition in our Leaders’ Circle Booklet
  • Social media shoutouts
  • Recognition on our website
  • Press release to local media outlets

An award is also given to the top Employee Campaign Manager at our annual Campaign Kick-off Event in September.