I used to be a big United Way supporter. I was a Loaned Exec for years and spoke often to help the local organization meet their goals.
Then the whole sha-bang came down with the Boy Scouts of America discriminating against people because of their religion and/or sexual orientation.
Since this all came out, I withdrew my support. I no longer lend my name. I still give plenty to many other organizations, but not UGN.
This conversation takes place every year:
I call the local headquarters and ask, "Do you still give to The Discriminating Scouts of America?"
Every year they answer, "Yes. But, you know they do a lot of good things".
I reply, "So, if the KKK comes up with a reading program For Whites Only, you'll give them some money?"
The nice leader say, "Well, of course not."
And, then just before hanging up I say, "But, it's ok to give to an organization that discriminates based on religion and sexual orientation?"
She never seems to have an answer.
Do your local United Ways give to The Discriminating Scouts of America? Do you, then? Should I?
BTW, don't confuse the DSA with the Girl Scouts of America. They do not discriminate. They allow athiests and lesbians in their program and in leadership.