2025 Amazing Race: United for Change

Put your local knowledge to the test in this fun-filled adventure!

THE WHAT: In the Amazing Race United for Change, teams of two race against the clock throughout Oconee County, solving clues and overcoming challenges. The team that deciphers the clues and conquers the challenges the quickest wins the $500 team prize!

THE WHY: Funds from the Amazing Race United for Change support two United Way of Oconee programs: the Senior Nutrition Program and the Tax Assistance Program.

The Senior Nutrition Program is a partnership with SC DSS. This event is held once a year in the summer. Seniors residing in Oconee County can receive $50 vouchers to use at farmers' markets, and United Way of Oconee also offers seniors an additional $10 in tokens to purchase fresh produce. This event also provides us with the opportunity to connect seniors with other community resources. This not only assists seniors but also increases the revenue of local farmers. In 2025, this program served 500 Oconee seniors.

United Way of Oconee also operates a free tax preparation program in partnership with the IRS. It serves individuals and families making $60,000 or less. This includes many seniors and low-to-moderate-income families. By offering free tax preparation services, we help eliminate tax preparation fees and cash advances, keeping more money in taxpayers' homes and our communities. In the 2024 tax year, we served approximately 379 individuals/families, producing $477,867 in refunds and saving taxpayers $75,800 in tax prep fees. 

THE WHO: Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible to participate in United Way of Oconee's Amazing Race United for Change! At least one team member must have a valid driver's license and transportation, as the race requires driving between stops. Sign up today using the QR code or by visiting https://buy.stripe.com/dRm8wQcRe0gX1Jr7iTe7m01. Only ONE team member needs to fill out the Stripe registration form.

Volunteers: Volunteers play a crucial role in making the Amazing Race United for Change possible! If you would like to be a volunteer, please fill out an application: *coming soon.* Please note that volunteers must be at least 18 years old and must attend a volunteer training session. By registering to volunteer, you agree to be available for the entirety of the race. 

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Jenna Durham (jdurham@oconeeunitedway.org) for more info.

Questions: Give us a call at (864)-882-9743 or fill out a Contact form. 

Amazing Race for Change 2024