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2009 UWAC Campaign Cabinet
Ready for the challenges of our time!
From Left to right, Campaign Chair Leigha Edwards, Ray Smith, Brenda Curtis, Gene Caldwell, Pat Postma, Ralph Aurin, Belinda Aurin, Bob Smallridge, David Bradshaw, Mariyln Reafsynder, and Jim Reafsynder
2009 Campaign Goal: $1,425,000
"Unprecedented times require unprecedented solutions", according to 2009 UWAC Campaign Chair Leigha Edwards in announcing the 2009 UWAC annual campaign goal of $1,425,000. In announcing this ambitious goal, Edwards reflected on the purpose of the goal, indicating that the dollars raised is merely a means to an end, keeping critical services available to our neighbors.
"Reaching this level of financial support will enable UWAC to keep funding to our community partners, and more importantly, their services, stable in the coming year", Edwards said. Keeping services stable under current economic realities is UWAC's first goal in the coming year. Keenly aware that demand for services are increasing while resources are decreasing, the 2009 UWAC Campaign Cabinet developed clearly defined plans for reaching that goal.
"A goal without a plan is merely a dream," Edwards pointed out. "And we have an ambitious goal, clear plans, and the talented people to enact those plans". Joining Edwards in championing the United Way campaign this year are: Belinda and Ralph Aurin, Bob Smallridge, David Bradshaw, Brenda Curtis, Jim and Marilyn Reafsynder, Gene Caldwell, Pat Postma, David McCoy, Martha Drewry, D.Ray Smith, Mike Watkins, and Betsy Prine.
"We all know the problems facing us." Edwards said. "I am excited to be part of a team that is completely focused on solutions. Last year our community demonstrated its compassion and enabled our United Way to be one of only three in Tennessee to reach its goal. Let's prove that was not a one time event!" For more information about UWAC, visit: UWAC |
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Holley Lowe (Little Sister) and Heather Finney (Big Sister)
Big Brothers, Big Sisters partner with UWAC
Holley is a sophomore at Clinton High School who enjoys playing softball, reading books and learning about animals. Holley, a member of the Clinton High School Tennis Club, volunteers at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, an experience she hopes will prepare her to be a nurse one day.
Holley has lived with her grandmother since her mother passed away. Holley's grandmother says she knew a mentor would never take the place of Holley's mom, but hoped a Big Sister could provide her another positive influence. Holley agrees and says she was hoping for a Big Sister who was "fun and a good role model."
In September of 2008, Heather came along. Holley describes her Big Sister Heather as "adventurous and exciting."
"Being matched with a Big Sister is a lot of fun," she says. "First, we were just kind of nervous around each other. Now, Heather and I do a lot of different stuff together."
Heather feels the same way about being matched with her Little Sister and says she is amazed at how their friendship has developed.
"Holley has taught me to embrace my inner child and to remember that being silly every once in a while is a must for a great quality of life," Heather says.
The pair enjoys many activities including going to movies, playing tennis and searching for "good deals" at McKay Used Books. And, they recently took a trip to watch the fireflies in the Smoky Mountains.
"I think each new experience we have helps Holley develop a multidimensional view of life which allows her to make more informed choices for anything she encounters," Heather says. "And Holley has inspired me to be more creative and active in experiencing new things, to ignore my inner critics and, best of all, has allowed me to see the importance of helping others."
Heather says she looks forward to seeing Holley continue to embrace her intelligence and talent as their friendship develops.
For more information about Big Brothers, Big Sisters, please visit: BBBS
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Roaring into the 2009 campaign!
Saturday, September 12th
7 pm
Hallerin Hilton Hill
MC
Join UWAC Kick-off Chairs John Burlseon and Leslie England as we ROAR into this years campaign with a Roaring 20's / Vaudeville theme!
Let's reconstruct an era when vaudeville was "the heart of American show business." Join us in bringing back some of the greats...Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, Abbott and Costello, the fabulous flappers and many, many more!
"We want everyone to come in era costumes", said Co-chair Leslie England. "It's time to kick up our heals and have fun!"
Tickets are $75 per couple or $40 per person and can be purchased by calling 483-8431. Corporate sponsorships and tables are still available.
"This years entertainment will be the best yet", according to Co-Chair John Burlseson. "Flappers, Keystone Cops, a speakeasy, and so much more. You have to join us."
For more information, call UWAC at 483-8431.
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Anderson County Interagency Coalition celebrates first anniversary!
Anderson County Interagency Coalition (ACIC) brings together health and human service groups in Anderson County to resolve issues on common concern and improve the coordination of services. Facilitated by UWAC, the Coalition meets every other month and invites all health and human service non-profit, for profit, faith and civic organizations to attend. Meeting typically draw 35 - 40 members and provide networking opportunities as well as trainings and referral assistance. For more information, contact UWAC. | |
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Tennessee offers first United Way Specialty plate in America!
Have you ordered yours?
You will be able to show your friends, neighbors and co-workers how you Live United! By purchasing one of these specialty plates, you will be promoting United Way in your hometown, across the state and throughout our nation. Wherever you go, you will be showing your support of this great organization
Proceeds from the sale of the plates will go to the United Ways of Tennessee. It will assist in the support, promotion and training of the 39 active United Ways within the state
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