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For over 50 years, Partners in Giving, the voluntary workplace fundraising campaign for State, Universities of Wisconsin, and UW Health employees, has been making a difference. Since 1973, the Partners in Giving campaign has raised over $90 million dollars. 

We invite you to join us beginning October 12th!

100% of all donations will go to Partners in Giving!

You can choose from more than 500 charities under 11 umbrella organizations or just make a general donation. All charities are rigorously vetted every year. The booklet list of charities is available to view when clicking on Digital Guidebook. The 2026 booklet can also be downloaded as a pdf. 

How to Donate:

You can donate in several secure ways via payroll deduction, credit card, PayPal, and personal check.

Pledge Online:

  • STEP 1: Visit Partners in Giving and click on the Donate Now button in the top right corner of the page
  • STEP 2: Select UW from the drop-down menu.
  • STEP 3: Follow the log in instructions (using your NetID, on the page to access the site).
  • STEP 4: Choose your Charities! Select: Umbrella Groups, Member Charities, or give a General Contribution.

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Stay tuned for more information on how you can participate in Housing’s fun special events, win prizes, all while making a difference!

Special Event Donors:

  • Open the GiveSmart link to make a payment for a special event
  • Choose the amount using the buttons or select “other” and fill in a specific dollar amount
  • Enter in the “Special Event Description” field if one was provided or describe the event
  • Select the hosting agency or department name from the drop down. Please note that the agency or department hosting the event may not be your agency or department, especially when interdepartmental or building-wide events are held. Review your selection before continuing
  • Enter your First Name, Last Name, Email, and Zip
  • Select your payment method (Credit Card, Apply Pay, Google Pay).
  • Enter your payment information
  • Click Submit
  • You will receive an email or text receipt
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