United Way October Progress Report

	United Way of Southwest Minnesota
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	October 2009 Progress Report
	October 2009 Progress Report

Photo: New Shelves are stocked and ready for customers at the new location of the Kitchen Table Food Shelf in Marshall.

Thanks Volunteers!

Greetings!

United Way of Southwest Minnesota launched its annual fund-raising campaign with a series of Days of Action activities which had numerous individuals and groups engaged with areas of need in this area.

Basic food items and personal items were collected for food shelves throughout the area.

Volunteers constructed shelves and painted walls in preparation for the Kitchen Table Food Shelf move.

125 volunteers of all ages and backgrounds helped move food, shelving and appliances; clean the old location and helped get shelves restocked. The new Kitchen Table Food Shelf is located at 1400 S. Saratoga in Marshall, MN. See photos.

United Way of Southwest Minnesota hopes to raise $500,000 during this fall's fund-raising campaign.

What happens with funds that are raised during the campaign?

Your donation to United Way of Southwest Minnesota is a powerful way to invest in your community because when it is combined with others:

You put books into the hands of young children and build a lifelong love of reading.
You provide nutritious food for hungry children and families who need it.
You bring back nearly $1 million each year into the local economy by sponsoring volunteer tax clinics.
You help youth, families and individuals adjust to loss and difficult situations.
You provide safety and security for innocent victims of violence.
You teach positive parenting skills and build stronger families.

All this and much more happens for people who live in this area. Visit our webpage for more information.

Dine Out For United Way

A favorite part of the United Way fund-raising campaign is also the most delicious! Area restaurants have found a variety of ways to support local programs. Look over the 'menu' of events and join us!

Give.

You make a difference when you donate to United Way of Southwest MN. You help make this a better place to live, work and raise a family.

Give now.

Advocate.

Let others know that you LIVE UNITED by wearing your LIVE UNITED t-shirt on October 23. T-shirts available at the United Way office for a suggested $10 donation.

Volunteer.

Coats for Kids need volunteers to help set things up on October 15 and to help families find coats for their children Oct 20, 22, 24 and 25. Please let us know if you can help.