Community Involvement
At U.S. Cellular® we are passionate about our customers and our communities. At the end of the day, we know that this passion sets us apart from others in our industry. To our communities, we are more than just a wireless provider.
Each year, U.S. Cellular donates more than $3 million in charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations through grants and other programs. Our Associate Matching Gifts program matches dollar-for-dollar an associate's gift to a nonprofit up to $2,500 per year.
I am so thankful every day that I have the opportunity to be part of a company that truly cares not just about their customers and employees, but also about our community, our future generations as well!
We do everything we can to assist our communities. When schools across the nation faced devastating budget cuts that could endanger academic and extracurricular activities, U.S. Cellular launched "Calling All Communities," a $1 million giveaway that allowed communities to vote for the school of their choice to win one of ten $100,000 donations. And, through the Community Phone Program, U.S. Cellular provides free wireless phone service to veterans, military personnel, homeless shelters, senior centers and other community organizations during the holidays so that people can connect with their loved ones—because making the connection is what we're all about at U.S. Cellular.
Hundreds of seniors stay active and remain engaged in their communities.
"I'm 101, and that's the first time I ever used a cell phone! It sounded like he was right next to me!"
Alta B., at a Grandparents' Day calling program in West Virginia, sponsored by U.S. Cellular
Thousands of at-risk young people have nurturing places to go after school and enjoyable ways to spend their summers.
"To see the excitement in the students' and parents' faces was priceless."
Chris R., Director of Sales, Central Region
Thousands of women and children have safe places to go to escape from domestic violence.
"For the first time in years, I finally felt safe. The Women's Safe House saved our lives."
Former resident, The Women's Safe House, St. Louis, MO, aided by grants from U.S. Cellular
Families across the country have resources to help them become self-sufficient.
"I am so thankful I have the opportunity to be part of a company that truly cares about our community!"
Maria H., Customer Service Representative, Knoxville Customer Care Center