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THE "NEW" NEWSLETTER

Welcome to the United Way of Stanislaus County's monthly newsletter designed to keep you in touch and informed about the work we're doing in our community.

The monthly eNewsletter is designed to keep you informed and in touch. From volunteers to donors, from participants to recipients, keeping in touch with the latest news and programs. We hope the information will be a valuable resource of news and highlights of programs that the United Way of Stanislaus county supports.

Here's what you'll expect to receive:

A personal story from someone who has benefited from United Way services and programs
Updates on the United Way Annual Fundraising Campaign
Opportunities for you to volunteer in our community
Information on our various fundraising events
Ways to advocate on behalf of people in need to your local elected representatives



Did you know? The United Way of Stanislaus County funds over 50 nonprofit programs in Stanislaus County.

YOUR DOLLARS AT WORK

The dollars you donate to United Way DO make a difference!

Just read the story below from a Social Worker at the Center for Human Services' Youth Court program which receives funding from United Way.

What is Youth Court? A peer jury program for first time misdemeanor offenders.

Here's the story:

A thirteen-year-old African American female was arrested for fighting and participated as a defendant in Modesto Youth Court last November. She was extremely shy and really hesitant at every encounter in Youth Court. She lives with her elderly, ill grandmother who was very diligent about her completing her consequences for Youth Court.

This young lady just completed the program. The social worker called grandma to ask about her granddaughter; she said she is doing much better and recently told Grandma she never wants to get in trouble again and go through court.

She has told grandma that whenever she sees a fight or any type of trouble around her, she heads another direction and avoids the situation altogether. The grandmother said her ability to think before she acts has really improved and she credits the program for helping her granddaughter and other young people. She said it is a very good program and is glad it's around.

Give.

The United Way of Stanislaus County has set a goal to raise $2,300,000 in our annual community fundraising campaign.

Currently we're working hard towards that goal, and we'll continue to give you updates as time progresses.

Advocate.

United Way of Stanislaus County has partnered with United Ways of California to advocate for children's healthcare and for statewide expansion of the 2-1-1 Information and Referral program.

United Way advocates by supporting legislation that furthers our agenda, and by educating business leaders. To learn more contact Estrella Garcia: egarcia@uwaystan.org.

Volunteer.

Many nonprofits in our county are in need of volunteers on a daily basis.

Interested in getting involved?Visit www.1-800-volunteer.org to view local volunteer opportunities.

Calendar of Events

May - United Way Volunteer Recognition Event & Campaign Finale
September - United Way Annual Fundraising Campaign Kickoff
October - Power of the Purse Women's Luncheon

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