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TIMES ANNOUNCED FOR THE CAMPAIGN KICKOFF/WORKSHOP
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OUR PARTNER AGENCIES AT WORK
Residents of the of Whispering Woods development in Modesto were forced from their homes around 11 a.m. on April 12 when Robert Paris, a Stanislaus sheriff's deputy, and Glendon Engert, a Modesto locksmith, were killed while trying to serve an eviction notice. The shooting led to a day-long standoff and authorities fired flash grenades and tear gas in the area where the suspect lived. Hours later a large fire started, sending flames from the apartment where the suspect had been living. Residents of the complex were evacuated.
Through it all the American Red Cross Stanislaus County Chapter was there to help people find shelter, food and clothing. American Red Cross provided support to the families affected by the fire. They assessed the families' needs and provided assistance that included emergency lodging, food, clothing, mental health services, nursing services, and replacement of lost prescription medication.
American Red Cross also provided support to the individuals who could not access their homes. American Red Cross opened an evacuation center that then became a full care overnight shelter (including providing crates/carriers for pets). During the course of three days, more 150 meals were provided to the evacuees and public safety officers.
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| THE AAA WAY TO FUNDRAISING SUCCESS WITH KAY SPRINKEL GRACE
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BANK ON STANISLAUS
A special thank you to Omega Nu-Modesto for the $292 donation to support our Bank on Stanislaus County program. Last month we featured an article describing the program and its benefits. Here is a testimonial from a recent participant.
I really enjoyed the Bank On class. The information we got was valuable. We got information about the different types of checking and savings accounts that were available and what accounts were right for us. I would recommend this class to anyone just starting out that has never had a checking or savings account. This class is also good for anyone who wants a second chance at having a checking or savings account.
Learn more about United Way of Stanislaus County's Bank on Stanislaus program here.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
July 24 - Cash Mob
Aug. 1 - Kay Sprinkel Grace Strategies in Fundraising Seminar
Aug. 21 - Campaign Kickoff
Oct. 3 - Power of the Purse Women's Luncehon
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CASH MOB
Join us at Unique Boutiques, 180 Leveland Ave, Modesto, for a Power of the Purse Cash Mob July 24 from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Stop in for some shopping and socializing after work.
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MACY'S SHOP FOR A CAUSE
Like to shop at Macy's? The department store is offering 25 percent off most purchases Aug. 25 when you make a $5 donation to United Way of Stanislaus County. More details are on this flyer.
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VOLUNTEER NEEDS
COMMUNITY HOSPICE &
HOSPICE OF SAN JOAQUIN
11th annual motorcycle/car rally fundraiser, Truckin' for Hospice, presented by the California Trucking Association.
DATE: July 21
NEEDED: Volunteers 16 and older, to assist with event clean up (tear down tables, chairs, tents, etc.) at Community Hospice, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, starting at 2:30 and should last a few hours. Visit www.truckinforhospice.org
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LIKE COUPONS?
CommonKindness.com offers a great service where you can clip electronic coupons and 20% of the coupon proceeds are donated to United Way of Stanislaus County.
Simply go to CommonKindess.com and select United Way of Stanislaus County as your charity of choice.
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