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UNITED WAY FOCUSES ON WHAT MATTERS IN 2008
February 06 2008 ELKHART, IN- The United Way of Elkhart County is focusing on “what matters” in 2008. The Board of Directors unanimously approved the 2008 volunteer panel recommendations for the investment of this year’s campaign funds. Pam Hluchota, Community Impact Chair, presented the board with the recommendations at the board meeting on Monday. Over $1.5 million will be allocated over the next year to 24 agency partners. Every year, more than 50 community volunteers help shape these investment decisions by reviewing local programs. Their recommendations are based on “what matters” in our community including programs impacting children, families, seniors, and those with disabilities; local needs and available dollars raised.
The United Way is proud to have raised a remarkable $2.4 million dollars considering the current economic climate. Dan Morrison, Chairman of the Board stated, “at a time when the media is focused on the uncertainty of the economy, we are focused on the certainty of our commitment to invest our donor’s monies with our partnering agencies so that we can change lives, empower families and strengthen our community. Your investment in the United Way campaign is an endorsement of your concern and compassion for those in need, as well as, the good works our 24 agency partners.”
The United Way’s work does not end with the close of the 2007-08 fundraising campaign. In addition to their annual workplace giving campaign, the United Way assisted in raising an additional $600,000 to be used for those effected during the Nappanee tornado and continues to be involved with NITRO, the group coordinating relief efforts. In response to the current economic environment, the United Way has decided to freeze administrative salaries and is enthusiastically pursuing marketing plans for 2008 in order to spread their message year round.
Morrison continues by saying, “I want to express my thanks to the allocation panel volunteers, the campaign volunteers and the multitude of donors that responded to the call to invest their monies in the United Way.”
“Because of the generosity in this community, thousands of people will find the help they need and the support they are looking for” stated Jerry Quatman, United Way President/CEO.
United Way Community Investments:
kids matter. We know kids need safe places to help them grow, learn and succeed.
| kids matter. Initiatives | $ 335,964 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | $ 44,979 |
| Boy Scouts, LaSalle Council | $ 39,587 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Goshen | $ 115,688 |
| Center for Community Justice | $ 26,980 |
| Girl Scouts, Indiana Lakeland Council | $ 22,309 |
| Mental Health America | $ 47,921 |
| YMCA | $ 38,500 |
families matter. We help families gain stability so their children are ready for life.
| families matter. Initiatives | $ 448,936 |
| CAPS (Child And Parent Services) | $129,174 |
| Elkhart Child Development Center | $56,357 |
| Family Services | $146,530 |
| LaCasa of Goshen | $35,545 |
| Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center | $81,330 |
| independence matters. Initiatives | $ 454,725 |
| ADEC | $200,656 |
| Council on Aging | $51,375 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Council | $6,000 |
| Elder Haus | $1,000 |
| Elkhart Legal Aid Service | $54,793 |
| Life Treatment Center | $20,000 |
| United Cancer Services | $67,336 |
| United Labor Agency | $53,565 |
a safety net matters. We make sure temporary crisis’s don’t become permanent ones.
| a safety net matters. | $ 267,875 |
| American Red Cross | $86,536 |
| Family Christian Development Center | $16,169 |
| Heart City Health Center | $17,700 |
| Open Door | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army, Elkhart Corps | $91,108 |
| Salvation Army, Goshen Corps | $53,862 |
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
Click here to see how we're meeting these goals.
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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