Become a Champion for Change

Give back to the community where your customers do business, where your employees reside, and where your children go to school.

Overview

Each year, local corporations support Knoxville by running a workplace giving campaign. Workplace campaigns are a great way to showcase your corporate social responsibility agenda, improve employee morale, and increase your ability to attract and retain staff while making a meaningful impact. Our campaigns are all about having fun while giving back.

Campaign Toolkit

Not sure where to start running your campaign? We’ve got you covered. Download the complete Campaign Toolkit as well as informational booklets, email templates, and more!

Running A Campaign

Trying to figure out if a workplace campaign is right for you? Learn why workplace campaigns are a great recruitment and engagement tool, and get connected with our team!

Stay in the Loop

Want to stay up-to-date on campaigns? Join our campaign newsletter to get regular updates from Campaign Chairs, Lee Ann and John Tolsma.

2025 Campaign Chairs

Greg and Kim Gheen

Greg and Kim Gheen are co-chairs of the 2025 Campaign for the United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK). As lifelong Knoxvillians, the Gheens are deeply rooted in our community and guided by a shared commitment to service, faith, and giving back. They are honored to serve the community where they met, built a life together, and raised their family.

Their connection to UWGK spans nearly 40 years. Over the years, they have witnessed how UWGK creates lasting impact. Kim shared about the power of UWGK, stating, “It’s not just about short-term help. It’s about transformation.”