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2011 United Way Campaign is in Full Swing!
With the arrival of fall and cooler weather comes the traditional kick-off of more than 200 United Way workforce campaigns in Olmsted County, but did you know that a number of local campaigns have already been completed?
The following companies and organizations have already reported the completion of their 2011 campaign and in several instances have already shared their results with us.
The list includes:
Channel One, Inc.
Herberger's
Macy's
Marco
Rochester Migrant Head Start
Sam's Club
Target North
Target South
United Way of Olmsted County (employees)
UPS
Wal-Mart North
Wal-Mart South
We want to extend our thanks to the Employee Campaign Coordinators, employees and staff of these organizations for their partnership and the success of their campaigns! | |
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US Bank Blitzs Olmsted County
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What is the number one reason people give us for not participating with United Way as a donor, "I wasn't asked."
Thanks to US Bank and 20 US Bank officers, 184 businesses in Olmsted County got BLITZED or asked to donate to United Way.
Thank you US Bank for allowing your officers to help with the 2011 United Way Business Blitz campaign.
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Open Designation
As a service to donors, United Way of Olmsted County has been an Open Designation United Way since 1992.
LGB Research Institute is a nonprofit organization that conducts research in the area of community investment and describes our type of campaign as "a truly 'open' campaign, in which any tax-exempt non-profit is eligible...." While other "expanded" or "employee choice" campaigns restrict your donation to a handful of member charities, the United Way of Olmsted County workplace campaign does not. | |
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Community Gang Initiative
Did you know ...1 in every four teenagers drop out of school?
That's why... United Way is committed to connecting over 3,300 local low income youth with a caring adult and the community through out of school programs.
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Which means... Studies show that out of school time directly affects youth behavior and academic success. By keeping youth occupied with activities that stimulate their minds, they are engaged and focused while improving social skills and grades.
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Community Winter OuterWear Initiative
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Become a Drive and/or Drop Site Partner!
Organizations, groups or businesses can participate by holding their own winter coat collection drive or being a public donation drop site. You can hold your drive or drop anytime between September 1-October 10.
CLICK HERE for more information about becoming a Winter Outerwear Partner or call Becky at (507) 529-4831.
Volunteer!
Your time and energy is needed to make this initiative a success! We need over 300 volunteers to help sort and distribute winter outerwear to our 3,600 Olmsted County residents during our distribution dates in October.
CLICK HERE for more information on volunteering!
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Virtual Kick Off | |
The Virtual Kick-off, Kicked Off on September 12 with a chance to win a World Famous Bunnie's Coconut Cake from Canadian Honker or a LIVE UNITED Backpack.
Participants were asked to share, "What am I going to do differently this year to make difference right where I live and create a better community for all?"
And the winners are:
Bunnie Cake - Janis MIller - I will volunteer at my daughter's school, on my days off. There is not enough staff support for teachers. An extra hand in the classroom makes all the difference for children and their education.
Backpack - Jeff Burns - I am going to give up my afternoon treat and donate the money to United Way. Lose weight and make a better world for some one. Win! Win! |
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United Way Speakers Bureau | |
To date, our 32 volunteer Speakers Bureau members have completed 21 presentations with 42 more scheduled.
Did you know that campaigns that incorporated a Campaign Speakers Bureau presentation did 14% better than those campaigns that did not!
THANKS to our Speakers and businesses for helping our community to learn more about United Way of Olmsted County and how to improve lives.
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GIVE. | |
We all have a stake in creating a prosperous, healthy community.
For a building to be stable for the long term, it needs a solid foundation. The same is true in life, and the building blocks for a solid life are a good education, financial stability and good health.
Education: Ensuring children are ready to learn and motivated to stay in school and graduate means contributing citizens for tomorrow.
Income: Many are walking a financial tightrope, as a community we can broaden the tightrope into a path making it less likely people will fall.
Health: Access to healthcare helps strengthen our entire community.
It takes an entire community to make a difference and we need
YOU!
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ADVOCATE.
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Make change happen with your voice. United Way needs people who are passionate about education, income and health to make some noise.
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United Way and our Volunteer Center works with volunteers and local nonprofits to develop the best opportunities for youth, busy working adults and seniors. Click the Running Start logo below to volunteer for Running Start for School or read more about volunteering! |
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