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Celebrating A Year of Change 
Annual Meeting Award WinnersA crowd of over 200 gathered Tuesday night to celebrate another successful year for the Lakes Region United Way, one that was highlighted by two mergers, a partnership to reduce poverty in the Lakes Region, and record investment in the community. more
Flooding of the Mississippi RiverUW helping Mississippi Flood Victims
In the wake of natural disaster, United Ways assess the community needs and engage in long-term recovery efforts to ensure a bright future for affected communities.
  
Additionally, United Ways are assisting response agencies in the provision of food, shelter, emergency health and transportation for those affected by the floods.
  
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United Way of the Capital Area (Jackson, MS) and United Way of the Mid-South (Memphis, TN) have each established fund to assist families affected by the floods in Mississippi. Click on one of the links above to donate.
Events

Community Events

This weekend: Stamp Out Hunger food drive, Franklin community day, BowWOW Fest, walk-a-thons, concerts, yard & rummage sales, theater workshops, fishing derby, and much more!
Adventure & tennis clinics, carnivals, special ed workshops, discipline, before & after school programs, and more!
All kinds of nonprofits are looking for volunteers, and some are looking for paid help as well. See how you can make a difference!
Free cleaning for those undergoing chemotherapy, Sachems business venture supporting cancer research, strength training, employee fitness, Gilmanton Pantry, Meals on Wheels and much more!
Sofas, dressers, treadmill, coffee makers, refridgerators, computers, bike seat, baby bath tub & swing & bouncy seat, stroller, clothing, beds, X-C skis, books, and lots more needed or available.  
We encourage you to submit your community, charity, family or parenting events, volunteer opportunites, and swap shop and bulletin board items in text format to LRUW@LRUW.org.

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