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February 2010 eNewsletter |
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Send a Valentine's Day eCard to support United Way, SLO County Supports Haiti, and see how American Principle Bank and the City of Paso Robles Live United.
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Volunteer Grant Readers Needed
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The
2010-2011 Community Impact Fund grant process is underway! To help
improve the lives of those in our community, United Way awards grants to
qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Each grant is reviewed by
volunteers in a rigorous process that ensures accountability and capacity for
delivery, and encourages community problem-solving innovation. Volunteers
are crucial to this effort, and have the opportunity to learn more about United
Way and local health and human service programs. To learn more, download
the volunteer job description and interest sheet here.
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 Haitian Relief Fund
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The local United Way Haitian Relief Fund is still open for donations. Proceeds from the fund are contributed to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund, supporting recovery and long-term rebuilding needs of the devastated Haitian communities,
as well as to meet the needs of Haitians affected by the disaster who have
relocated to the USA and throughout the Caribbean.
Contributions can be made at any of the following locations: any Mission Community Bank
branch, Barnett Cox & Associates and United
Way. Donors interested in contributing online can click here more information. All contributions should be designated to "Haitian Relief Fund".
You can also text HAITI to UNITED (864833) to make a $5 donation directly to United Way
Worldwide's Disaster Recovery Fund.
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Participate in the 2010 Census
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The Census is a count of everyone residing in the United States, so all U.S. residents must be counted- both citizens and non citizens. Census questioniares will be mailed or delivered to households in February and March. Please participate and return your questionaire in April. Some people in remote areas will be counted in person. The 2010 Census Questionnaire is easy, important and safe. The answers to each household's ten questions cannot be shared with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enformcement entities. Census data is important to allocate government funds, determine locations for hospitals, and define legislative boundaries.
Do you work with a hard to count population? Get involved! Contact Kara at kedwall@unitedwayslo.org.
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Save the Date
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 The 2nd Annual Flavor of SLO returns to Mitchell Park on May 23, 2010. Check out photos from last year's event at FlavorOfSLO.com.
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American Principle Bank Lives United
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Long time United Way supporter, and American Principle Bank president, Tom Beene and Chief Information Officer Ken Long wanted to
offer their employees an opportunity to support the community they live and
work in. The United Way of San Luis Obispo County Workplace Giving Program was
the ideal way to do that. This program not only offers an opportunity for employees to give
their financial support, but the program also provides several chances throughout
the year to make a difference by participating in volunteer events.
American Principle Bank has now joined the over 80 local companies that
participate in the Workplace Giving Program.
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City of Paso Robles Supports United Way and Haiti Relief
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 United Way would like to thank the City of
Paso Robles for their generosity. When City Manager James App and Human Resource Manager Marlene Sanders
wanted to offer City of Paso Robles employees an opportunity to contribute to
Haitian earthquake relief, they chose to participate in a Workplace Giving Program. Employees gave to the United Way Haitian Relief Fund through monthly pledges, which helps with long-term recovery efforts, and were also given the option to donate to the Community Impact
Fund, which provides support for SLO County programs focusing on education, income, and health. Thank you City of Paso Robles!
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FREE Tax Return Preparation
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Need assistance with your tax return? Qualified households can visit one of the many Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance (VITA) sites throughout SLO County! Staffed with trained IRS
certified volunteer tax preparers, each site offers free tax preparation to
community members who meet the following requirements: Households with total earnings under $49,000, and households that do not receive rental income or individuals that do not receive self-employment
income.
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Survey to Determine Unmet Needs
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Women from three demographic groups in San Luis Obispo County- female college students, women age 60 or older, and Latina women- are being asked to take an online survey
that will help determine their most pressing needs. Results will be analyzed by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation's Women's Legacy Fund as part of a larger report on the status of women and girls in SLO County. Choose from the following links to take the survey:
Females over the age of 60
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| Opportunity Exchange |
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities? Would you like a job in the nonprofit profession? Have an item to donate? Take a moment to read through the monthly Opportunity Exchange, a list of items needed, volunteer and employment opportunities, upcoming events, items available, and advocacy opportunities. If you would like more information, please contact the agency directly using the information provided in each listing. Click here to view the most recent Opportunity Exchange. | |
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Contact Us
United
Way of SLO County P.O.
Box 14309 San
Luis Obispo, CA 93406 Office
(805) 541-1234 Fax
(805) 543-5317 info@ unitedwayslo.org www.unitedwayslo.org
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Valentine's Day eCards
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Send
a Valentine's Day Card to your honey; help United Way earn some money!
Target, has created the Super Love Sender which lets you send fun eCards
to friends and family all while raising funds for United Way! Visit the Target Facebook Page to send one today.
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Give A Day. Get a Disney Day. | Disney wants to inspire one million people to volunteer a day of service to
a participating organization in their communities. So they're celebrating volunteers' good works by giving each of them a 1-day, 1-theme
park ticket to the Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort,
free. There's no better time to make a dream come true for others and
let Disney make a few come true for you! Sign up at disneyparks.com/celebrate.
Interested in volunteering with United Way? Keep checking back here for our upcoming "Give A Day" volunteer opportunities!
Is your nonprofit agency interested in participating in the program? Learn more online at Hands On Network, or contact Rachel.
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