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Greetings!
| This is the time of year when we really reflect on all your generosity has done and sincerely thank you for all you are helping us do in the community. Our Board of Directors recently approved the distribution of funds raised during this past year's campaign, and once again your generosity will enable so many agencies and programs in Pierce, Polk and St. Croix Counties to do their amazing work. You can find all the details on the distribution in this month's e-newsletter, as well as on our website. Thank you from all of us at United Way St. Croix Valley.
- United Way St. Croix Valley Board and Staff
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 United Way Distributes Funds
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The United Way St. Croix Valley Board of Directors recently approved the distribution of funds raised through the 2011-2012 annual fundraising campaign. "Once again our loyal generous donors made it possible for United Way to continue its support for communities in western Wisconsin," said Executive Director John Coughlin. "Funding is going to support important programs and services in Pierce, Polk and St. Croix Counties," he continued.
In addition to providing funds to nonprofit agencies, United Way continues to focus on its three core initiatives: United Way's Food Resource Center, Success By 6 and Shelter for All. United Way St. Croix Valley Board President Warren Schneider said, "During these still difficult economic times, our top priority has been helping people meet their basic needs for food and shelter."
Totals Summary
- United Way St. Croix Valley awarded $624,902 in grants to support close to 70 nonprofit agency programs and services. United Way allocated the funds to create lasting impact in the categories of: Meeting Basic and Emergency Needs; Strengthening Children and Families; and Promoting Health and Independence.
- An additional $42,688 will go to specific agencies designated by the donors.
- The total distribution will be $667,590.
- United Way's overall benefit to the community this year will be about $822,000 when food supplied by the Food Resource Center is taken into account. The Center has distributed approximately 775,000 pounds of food since opening in 2008. The food is distributed to area food pantries, shelters and senior dining sites.
Focus Area Breakdown
- Agencies meeting Basic and Emergency Needs will receive $206,625.
- Programs for Children and Families will receive the largest distribution totaling $263,027. United Way returns 50% of the funds donated by school district employees to the district for programs assisting students. Participating districts received over $15,000 in grants this year.
- Support for programs that improve Health and Independence will total $123,575.
- Agencies in Burnett and Washburn Counties will receive $31,675 in grants and $13,237 in donor designations from funds contributed by area residents, businesses and the owner and employees of Nexen Group in Webster.
United Way St. Croix Valley will continue to raise funds until it is time to begin the fall appeal. Currently, United Way is running its eBay online auction. See United Way's website for further information at www.unitedwaystcroix.org.
The mission of United Way St. Croix Valley is to unite communities, focus resources and inspire people to measurably improve lives in western Wisconsin.
* For a complete listing of agencies funded this year and their individual totals, click here. *
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|  St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity is one of United Way St. Croix Valley's funded non-profit agencies in the category of Meeting Basic and Emergency Needs.
St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity is one of 1600 affiliates of Habitat for Humanity, International, and is committed to eliminating poverty in Pierce and St. Croix Counties, WI. Since its inception in 1996, SCVHFH has built nearly 50 homes, and helped ensure that nearly 200 adults and children have found the comfort, security and equity that accompanies homeownership.
Not a hand out, but a hand up, SCVHFH seeks to empower its homebuyers, reducing the barriers that have left them out of the housing market by requiring "Sweat Equity" volunteer hours in lieu of a down payment, and ensuring low monthly mortgage payments through generous building materials donations and the utilization of volunteer labor.
To learn more, visit www.scvhabitat.org or call 715-425-5623. Be sure to view all of our supported agencies and programs on our website!
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We had a great time at the River Falls Chamber Ambassador Golf Outing last month! Thanks to everyone who came out to support the chamber!
That is how to Live United!
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Online Auction Discount
| Back by popular demand--our extra auction week where we will be selling items that didn't sell the first time around at a discount on a first-come first-serve basis! You will have one week only starting Monday, July 2 to pick up some great deals for a great cause!
Keep watching our eBay page for more info!
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United Way Employee Campaign Leaders
| United Way ECLs, be on the look out for your campaign survey in your email inbox within the next few weeks! Contact Deb Heyerdahl with any questions.
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Board of Directors
Warren Schneider, President
Steven Snell, Vice-Pres./Past President
Christine Weigel, Secretary
Vicki Ziglinski, Treasurer
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James Dahl
Dan Draxler
Jennifer Ewig
John Haley
Cynthia Jahnke
Jody Keller
Jean Larson
Sue Obermueller
Thomas O'Connell
Vicki Plaistow
Richard Smith
Kevin Urbik
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