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CONNECTING WITH COMMUNITY IMPACT
Jessica Boyer, Community Impact Director
Stuff the Bus Collection Underway
Back to school can be fun for children who are able to start the school year with the necessary school supplies. For families who can't afford necessary supplies, this time of year can be stressful. This year is different, thanks to the Alexandria Jaycees, Pope County Family... Read More |
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School supplies to be distributed at Project Community Connect
Project Community Connect will host its second annual event on August 27, 2009 to connect the public with health and human service agencies as well as distribute back packs to school age children. The goal of this event is to improve community member's access to vital services ... Read More |
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North County Food Bank Semi at Community Impact Coalition Food Drop
More that 315 families were able to get groceries from the 1st Food Drop where 30,000 pounds of food was distributed through the efforts of the Community Impact Coalition. Over 1,000 people came to New Life Christian Church Thursday, July 30, 2009 to get a box of food containing items such as watermelon, tomatoes, potatoes, cereal etc. Many stood in line... Read More
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People registering to receive food at Community Impact Coalition Food Drop
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| ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
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So much to do ...so little time! Check out all the fun events that are happening in our area. There is always something for everyone. Save this in your "Favorites" so you can keep in the know of the great events put on by local non-profits. Non-profits are invited to email their special events to united-3@rea-alp.com. Read More |
AGENCY SPOTLIGHT
Scouting -Not Just for Boys Anymore
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I hope you noticed that boy was not included in the title. Everyone knows about the wonderful family focused program for boys in the grades of 1to 5 called Cub Scouts. Well known as the program called Boy Scouts for boys from age 11 to 18. What you may not realize is there is a program for boys and girls age 14 to 21.
Yes, girls in the Boy Scout organization. It is called Venture Scouting and is a program as varied as the imagination of the youth involved. Like its name it is about adventure of all kinds. The Lakes District currently has four Venture Crews two of which are located... Read More
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Middle School At Risk Program |
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Preparing at risk youth for success in school
School District 206 is committed to student success and as such, continually assesses our services and programs to ensure the diverse needs of all learners are best addressed by our available resources.
A growing need for services in the district has been the "students at risk" of not being successful in the regular education programming. The district has found statistical trends that show 73% of the students who fail one or more core classes (English, science, math, social studies) in 9th grade do not... Read More
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Pete's Hog Wild Fest Raises $5000
Rib lovers lined up for corn and ribs at Hog Fest 2009
More than 2,000 people went Hog Wild for the United Way at the three day rib fest July 9-11 at Pete's County Market. Rib lovers lined up to eat Rose City Barbecue's ribs, and corn at Pete's County Market, raising $5,000 to support United Way funded programs.
On Saturday 62 bikes of Freedom First Riders and their friends met at Pete's for the motorcycle rally and returned to Pete's at the end of the ride for ribs and corn... Read More
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Freedom First Riders preparing for Hog Wild Motorcycle Rally |
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Chili Feed & Silent Auction
Registration forms and participant information can be found on the website. Registration must be in by September 23, 2009. If you have questions, would like to register, donate a silent auction item or would like to volunteer, please contact Corliss Stark at United Way at united-3@rea-alp.com; or at 763-4840. Read More |
| VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES |
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This is a new feature for United Way and we hope you will be as excited about it as we are. This is a "one -stop shop" for volunteers and non-profits alike.
If you are looking for volunteer opportunities for you, your family, your business, church or any other group be sure to look over the numerous local volunteer opportunities that are updated regularly. If you a involved with a non-profit let them know they can post and update their volunteer needs directly through this link. |
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT |
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Holly Minners |
Holly Minners is one of the newest members to the United Way Board.
Holly works for Minnewaska Community Health Services as the Director of Resource Development. She is a person with many talents and interests. As parents of three children, Taylor (11), Allison (9) and Kayla (7), she and her husband Jamey find a combined spirit of volunteerism. Jayme is a Volunteer Firefighter in Starbuck and Holly is a member... Read More |
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HONOR FRIENDS & FAMILY WITH SPECIAL GIFTS
Memorial Gifts
Some things do last forever. By making a memorial gift you can honor a special friend or loved one even after they are gone. Their community was important to them. By giving to United Way, you honor them by supporting people who need it most in their home community. Memorial Gifts to the United Way are listed in our monthly newsletter.
Leave a Legacy
Gifts can take many forms. It can be as basic as designating United Way as a beneficiary in a will or life insurance policy. It can also be more complex, such as designating funds from a trust account. Often times, there can be significant tax advantages as well, depending on asset donated. An experienced financial planner or tax advisor can play an valuable role in determining the appropriate plan. For more information, please contact United Way at 763-4840.
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2009/10 Funded Agencies
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Check out the new funded agencies for 2009/10
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Underneath everything we are,
Underneath everything we do.
We are all people.
Connected, interdependent, united.
And when we reach out a hand to one,
We influence the condition of all.
That's what it means to
LIVE UNITED |
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Give.
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Giving through our annual campaign is the easiest and most powerful way to invest in your community. Your gift is invested locally to get visible and meaningful results. As always, if you work in one county and live in another, you can direct your contribution to the county you live in.
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Advocate.
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Make some noise, be the voice for those who can not advocate for themselves. You can make change happen with your voice. Get informed about the needs in your area. Tell your friends what they can do to make difference. Write a letter to the editor, contact your local elected officials or just start a conversation with your neighbors about a pressing issue. United Way needs people who are passionate about education, income and health to make some noise. Sign up today for United Way Action Alerts so you can stay in the know about advocacy opportunities right here in our communities.
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Volunteer.
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Reach out a hand, and influence the condition of all. Volunteer your time to change the life of another as well as your own life! United Way's Volunteer Center works with volunteers and local nonprofits to develop year-round volunteer opportunities for groups, youth, busy working adults and seniors. Visit www.uwdp.org for a list of local volunteer opportunities in both Douglas and Pope Counties.
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