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But food shelf use is increasing at an alarming rate; in fact, it's increased 43 percent compared to the first half of 2008, and half of food shelf clients are children.
You can help meet the demand: Your $25 gift helps a food shelf feed a family of four for two days.
GIVE
For each holiday pie you purchase from Bakers Square, a dollar will be donated to United Way when you use this voucher (PDF).
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Thanks to our LIVE UNITED in 2009 Sponsors:
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 United Way Welcomes New CEO Sarah Caruso!
 Currently president of the Minnesota Children's Museum, Sarah will succeed Lauren Segal, who announced her resignation from the organization in February.
Sarah's first official day is November 30. Learn more. |
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| Help End Hunger in our Community
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Get educated and share your thoughts at the Hunger Forum, an evening of conversation and interactive exhibits about hunger in our community and learn how you can get involved to end hunger for good. RSVP now!
Tuesday, November 10, 5-7:30 p.m.
General Mills Headquarters
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Give Back Before Giving Thanks
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On Thanksgiving morning, you can help hungry families put food on the table this season by participating in the 2009 Walk to End Hunger!
- Register your group and walk a 5K at the Mall of America to show your support.
- Bring a food donation to the event.
- Contribute to the Phone-a-thon.
Create a new tradition this year by giving back!
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| Holiday Wishes Coming Soon!
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2008 participant Nellie Walker is on the road to financial stability,
thanks to the generosity of donors like you last year.
Help fulfill a local family's holiday wish list through Holiday Wishes, United Way's annual holiday partnership with the Pioneer Press.
Check out the first story and featured family in the Thanksgiving edition of the Pioneer Press. Learn more. |
