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 Brent received his Masters in Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University. This husband and father of three then joined the Flagstaff Police Department. In 1981, Brent was promoted to Sergeant. In the time following, he became Lieutenant, Deputy Chief, and in 2006, Chief of Police.
"As a police officer for over the past 30 years, I have seen first hand the tremendous needs of many in the community, and the many ways United Way is making a difference. By LIVING UNITED, you are a part of a wonderful team assisting the disadvantaged and investing in a better future for our community."
Chief Cooper gives back to the community by serving on many non-profit boards, and is currently a member of the UWNA Board of Directors. Brent has supported United Way for more than 30 years. |
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EARN IT! KEEP IT! SAVE IT!
| | The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program helps qualifying individuals and families receive their Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). This year the EITC paid up to $5,666 based on family size and income. This volunteer driven program helps families and individuals here in Northern Arizona reach financial stability through tax preparation, establishing checking and saving accounts, and financial education. |
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Megan Good has been a VITA tax preparer for two years. Megan currently works as a chef at Taos Cantina in Sedona.
"The VITA program is a great asset to the community, and is made available to people who wouldn't have tax help. I get a good feeling knowing I am helping people get the items they were not able to afford. VITA affects the community as a whole, and it's wonderful to be a part of it."
Thank you to Megan and 135 VITA volunteers for making a tremendous different in our community! |
| Messages of Gratitude for VITA | |
 This year, the VITA program served 1869 individuals and families in Northern Arizona Throughout the tax season, VITA volunteers received messages of gratitude for their services.
"Service was very nice. People very nice. On a scale of 1 to 10, I give them a BIG 10!"--Anonymous
"I really want to say thank you, thank you, and thank you so much for taking the time to do this. It is so awesome! And you all have the sweetest, most fun personalities. I cannot tell you how much it meant to me. You are wonderful!"
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"You all made it easy. No headaches!"--Anonymous
For more information about VITA, visit United Way of Northern Arizona's website at www.nazunitedway.org. |
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United Way of Northern Arizona
Annual Meeting & Recognition Luncheon
Thank you to Co-Sponsors - Wells Fargo Bank and BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona and Supporting Sponsors- McCoy Motors, UniSource Energy Services and Little America Hotel for supporting the United Way of Northern Arizona Annual Meeting and Recognition Luncheon for the Greater Flagstaff Chapter on Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Little America Hotel.
The luncheon recognizes and honors the strength and commitment of United Way of Northern Arizona's Board, partners, collaborators, volunteers and businesses. Click Here for a list of businesses and community members recognized for GIVING, ADVOCATING and VOLUNTEERING in the Greater Flagstaff Community.
 Thank you to LaVelle and Jan McCoy for your time, dedication and outstanding leadership as 2010 United Way of Northern Arizona Campaign Co-Chairs.
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Cindy May
Cindy May is the Community Development Manager at APS-Flagstaff. Cindy is a member of the UWNA Board of Directors and the UWNA Executive Board, and serves as the UWNA Communications Committee Chair. A 1993 graduate of NAU, Cindy is a proud Flagstaff native, who brings a great depth of knowledge and history of involvement to the communities she serves. She is proud wife and mother of two, who makes every moment of her life as a busy, working-mom worth living, embracing, and enjoying.
 Kevin Burke
Kevin's road to Flagstaff started back at the University of Colorado-Boulder where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science graduating magna cum laude. He went on to earn a Master of Public Administration from the University of Kansas in Lawrence where he graduated with a 4.0 grade point average. Kevin began his managerial duties with the City of Flagstaff on January 7, 2008, and he is an alumni member of the Flagstaff Leadership Program, Class of 2009. Before being selected as Flagstaff City Manager, Kevin has served as: the City Administrator for West Tawakoni, Texas; Town Administrator for Wellington, Colorado; Administrative Services Director for Littleton, Colorado; and Deputy City Manager for Boulder, Colorado. |
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United Way of Northern Arizona--Northeast Chapter
Campaign and Summit Society Recognition Luncheon
The Northeast Chapter invites you to join Master of Ceremonies, Supervisor David Tenney, Chairman of the Navajo County Board of Supervisors, and special guest Brad Cesmat from 3TV in Phoenix to celebrate its successful partnership with community leaders, community-based partners, volunteers, and the business community.
When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 from 11:30am to 1:00pm
Where: Torreon Golf Club, 3550 W. Sugar Pine Way, Show Low, Arizona 85901
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE. |
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Steve Peru |
David Abeyta |
Andy Bertelsen | |
Coconino County |
W.L. Gore & Associates |
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2011 Board Chair |
2011 Vice Chair |
2011 Treasurer |
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Lynn Belcher |
Mark Carroll |
James Jayne | |
FMC |
Indian Health Service |
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Robert Kelty |
Robert L. Millis |
Jason Wolfe | |
Coconino County |
Retired Astronomer |
W. L. Gore & Associates |
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| Streets to Home Partnership (StoHP) | |
Serial inebriation/street intoxication has a long history in the Flagstaff community. Planning and efforts to help address these challenges has an extended history as well. In the past two years, a new focus has emerged resulting in 2009 study conducted by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC). The study showed less than 50 people account for a majority of arrests, emergency medical service calls, and emergency room visits in Flagstaff. The CJCC researched evidence-based practices that other communities have implemented to help with the problem of serial inebriation/street intoxication.Two effective solutions were identified: permanent supportive housing and focused case management.
With the funding support of Flagstaff Medical Center, the Streets to Home Partnership (StoHP) was formed. This multi-organization inter-disciplinary team, guided by United Way of Northern Arizona and the Corporation for Supportive Housing, was assembled to consider the solution of permanent supportive housing and focused case management. StoHP will house clients determined to be frequent users of the public systems and chronically homeless serial inebriates. The program believes that permanent, affordable housing combined with a range of supportive services geared toward people with special needs will help individuals live stable and independent lives.
For more information about StoHP, contact United Way of Northern Arizona at (928) 773-9813 or The Guidance Center at (928) 527-1899. |
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