Give back with Charity Choice: CWRU’s annual campaign for community impact

At Case Western Reserve University, philanthropy and community engagement are core values. Each year, the Charity Choice campaign offers faculty and staff the chance to support more than 300 local, state and national charities, creating a lasting impact in Greater Cleveland and beyond. Whether you choose to give through a one-time donation or payroll deduction, every contribution counts in our collective mission to build a better community.

This year’s campaign runs through Dec. 13. Participating is easy—log in to HCM (under the “Payroll” tile) to make a pledge or visit case.edu/charitychoice for details on donating directly to a nonprofit or through one of the federations.

Why participate?

  • Support local causes: Charity Choice lets you back the organizations that drive change in education, healthcare, housing and human services, directly impacting lives in Greater Cleveland.
  • Foster community unity: Your participation strengthens our campus community, uniting faculty and staff around a shared commitment to helping others.
  • Inspire philanthropy: When you give, you model the values of philanthropy and community service for students, fostering a culture of giving that extends far beyond CWRU.

Featured organizations:

  • EarthShare: For more than three decades, EarthShare has engaged thousands of individuals and mobilized millions of dollars to support Ohio’s environmental legacy—connecting people, businesses and communities with our country’s most influential network of environmental nonprofits. EarthShare’s nonprofit partners are committed to solving our planet’s most urgent issues like climate change, environmental justice, access to public lands, sustainable food systems, wildlife conservation, clean water, and so much more. Donations to EarthShare and its partners help to ensure a just and sustainable future for our planet and all of us who call it home.
  • United Way of Greater Cleveland: United Way of Greater Cleveland (UWGC) mobilizes people and resources by creating solutions that improve lives and our community. UWGC works hard to break down the barriers to economic opportunity, clearing the way for more people to get good jobs, move up in their careers, and build financial security. United Way is the front door to the entire social safety net. Anyone can dial 2-1-1 anytime to be connected with the help they need, when they need it. It’s completely confidential and open to everyone, no matter their income. With over a century of history and experience behind them, United Way of Greater Cleveland is committed to shaping a future where everyone has a real chance to succeed.

Consider joining this effort to make a difference. Donate by Dec. 13 to be part of this year’s Charity Choice campaign.