Donors invest in United Way of Pickens County because they trust us to put their gifts to work. We honor that trust by publishing the work we do, the dollars we raise, and the financial governance documents that hold us accountable to this community.

Impact Reports

Each year, we publish reports that show the work donors are funding across Pickens County. From summer reading camps to early literacy sessions to free tax preparation, these reports tell the story of what your gifts make possible.

2026 Preschool Pages Report (PDF version)

2025 Education Report (PDF version)

2025 Free File Report (PDF version)

Fiscal Accountability

We take fiscal responsibility seriously. Every donor dollar is stewarded by a volunteer Board of Directors, audited annually, and reported transparently to the community.

In the most recent reporting year, 85.7% of United Way of Pickens County's total expenses were devoted to program services. We maintain low fundraising and administrative costs through volunteer leadership at every level of the organization and through in-kind donations from local businesses and community members.

SC Secretary of State Angel Award

United Way of Pickens County was named a 2025 Angel Award recipient by the South Carolina Secretary of State. The Angel Award honors charities that have significantly impacted communities in South Carolina and demonstrated good stewardship of charitable resources.

IRS Form 990

View the most recent IRS 990 Form

Governance and Policies

The documents below set the standards for how United Way of Pickens County operates and how we treat the people who entrust us with their support.

Board of Directors

A volunteer board of community professionals oversees United Way of Pickens County's strategic direction, governance, and accountability. Meet the Board

Code of Ethics

The principles that guide every staff member, volunteer, and board member of United Way of Pickens County.
View our Code of Ethics

Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect the information of our donors, volunteers, and program participants.
View our Privacy Policy