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Henkles and McCoy have a Charity Yard Sale
July 17 2009
Henkles & McCoy decided to show their United Way support by putting on a Charity Yard Sale. Staff, led by Debbie Aber asked the community to donate items that they had left over from their own yard sales, items they just didn't want anymore or to donate stuff instead of doing their own sale.
On sale day, the humidity went away thanks to evening showers the night before. Tables and tarps were put out and an amazing amount of great things were put out for people to buy. Not a thing was priced... "it's all for charity, give what you think..."
On behalf of the United Way, we thank the many people who gave generously for some wonderful items. Thank you to the people who donated for the sale. And especially thank you to Henkles & McCoy for giving us a reason to clean out our own closets and for hosting an extraordinary event.
This is how we LIVE UNITED.
WHY LIVE UNITED.
When we reach out a hand to one we influence the condition of all.
When you give to the United Way, you're lending a hand to your neighbors, family and friends who live right here in Elkhart County.
When we LIVE UNITED... Elkhart County does more... it's that simple.
EDUCATION.
Helping children and youth achieve their potential.
- Kindergarten Readiness
Readiness to succeed in school means children enter kindergarten developmentally on track. - Elementary Readiness
Reading on grade-level by fourth grade means elementary students are prepared to succeed in later grades and to graduate from high school - High School Graduation
Academic achievement is reflected in one-time high school graduation rates
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INCOME.
Promoting financial stability and independence.
- Adult Education
How can adults best engage with post-high school learning opportunities to, in two years or less, move from a low-skill job to a middle skill job? - Financial Literacy
How can a family best learn the fundamental money skills they need to successfully meet their basic needs? - Savings & Assets
How can a family best develop the assets they need to remain financially stable during changes in income, illness or other events.
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HEALTH.
Improving people's health.
- Dental
Untreated dental health problems interfere with the ability to learn, eat and work. - Hunger
If a person is hungry, everything else in life becomes a challenge. - Medical Self-Advocacy
How can a family best learn the fundamental skills they need to successfully navigate a difficult diagnosis?
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