This video provides a detailed overview of the United Way Extension Pack available on the CyberGrants platform, a solution designed to enhance your philanthropic programs with specialized United Way functionality. The extension includes several key components: the United Way Gift Link File for determining local United Way organizations based on donor location, the United Way iGuide File for managing designations/focus areas, a Featured Organization Search Portlet that automatically displays relevant United Way organizations to donors, and the iGuide Designation Selection feature that allows donors to direct their contributions to specific focus areas. These integrated tools work together to create a seamless United Way giving experience, with the system automatically matching donors to their local United Way organization based on zip code data while providing flexibility for custom searches.
When implementing the United Way Extension Pack, you'll need to make several key decisions, including whether to enable organization search functionality or use default options only, determining the appropriate search radius (maximum 50 miles), and selecting a default United Way organization to display when no local match is found. The extension operates under specific parameters, including equal distribution of match amounts among selected organizations and reliance on the quality of United Way data you provide. For successful implementation, you should maintain close involvement throughout the testing process to validate functionality and prepare to discuss management and governance details with your Business Analyst. To address any questions related to this extension and discuss the specific requirements for your United Way giving program, please contact your assigned Project Manager.
