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United Way is leading positive change that transforms our community and improves people's lives in Snohomish County. |
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For more information on any of these events, visit uwsc.org.
United Way free tax preparation sites close
April 15
National Volunteer Week
April 18-24
Tax Site Volunteer Appreciation Event
April 22
Community Leaders Meeting
May 5
Community Leaders Meeting
May 6
National Letter Carriers Food Drive
May 8
Community Leaders Meeting
May 13
Young Leaders Society Summer Family Picnic
June 27
Returning Employee Campaign Manager Conference
July 22
Volunteer Appreciation Night
August 9
Returning Employee Campaign Manager Conference
August 11
Young Leaders Society Training: Understanding Ourselves in the Workplace
August 12
Employee Campaign Manager 101 Training
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| 3120 McDougall Ave.
Suite 200 Everett, WA 98201
Ph: 425.374.5500
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Greetings!
Thanks to you, United Way is changing the way. Here's the latest information about how United Way and our partners are making a difference in the lives of kids, families and communities in Snohomish County.
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Free tax help still available
United Way's free tax preparation sites are open through April 15:
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North Middle School (Everett): Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5 - 8 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Children's Village (Everett): Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 - 7 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Call 2-1-1 for a list of what to bring or for the site nearest you.
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From dollars to difference: meet Juan
Photo by Seth Wonner
 | With four children, Juan and Clara Gutierrez stretch Juan's paycheck as a truck driver as far as possible. United Way's help with filing their income tax return goes a long way.
"I trust United Way to do the best for me," said Juan.
Tax volunteers helped Juan claim the earned income credit, a refund worth several thousand dollars. This year, $2,000 went right into savings bonds for Geraldo, 13, Nancy, 12, David, 6, and Diego, 5.
Read more.
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How will you LIVE UNITED during National Volunteer Week?
Streams, sluggers and Sherwood, oh my! There are so many ways to celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 18-24) - how will you give an hour to advance the common good? Read a list of great ideas.
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Picnic and play at April 10 Family Fun Fair
Bring the kids to a free Family Fun Fair on Saturday, April 10 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Forest Park. The event will feature activity booths, stage entertainment and educational programs for young children. Carpooling is encouraged. Sponsored by United Way of Snohomish County, Snohomish County Association for the Education of Young Children and Everett Parks and Recreation.
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United Way President & CEO Carl Zapora with President's Award recipients Tess Hernandez of Work Opportunities and Jerry Goodwin of AMT - A Division of Senior Operations LLC
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United Way takes care of basics at Community Caring Celebration Organizations and companies running 2009 campaigns were honored at United Way's Community Caring Celebration March 10. The President's Award went to two companies that ran the year's best campaigns and two executives were honored with the Chair Challenge Award for campaign leadership. Matt Reinhard, 2009 Campaign Chair, also "passed the buck" to 2010 Chair Kim Buike.
Read more and see a list of award winners.
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Inspired by a great volunteer? Nominate him or her for a Spirit Award!
 United Way annually recognizes organizations and individuals that are advancing the common good with Spirit of Snohomish County Awards. We want your nominations for an adult, youth and/or company who is actively volunteering and inspiring others to serve. Winners will be honored at the Spirit of Snohomish County Breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 8.
Nomination forms are due Friday, June 11, and can be found at uwsc.org/spiritnominate.php. |
Letter Carriers Food Drive strives to "stamp out hunger"
Take part in the largest food drive in the U.S. on Saturday, May 8. Letter carriers will collect non-perishable donations as they deliver mail. This year's goal is the one billion-pound mark for food donations.Volunteers are needed to help unload. Contact Suzanne Moreau at 425.252.1112 or suzanne.moreau@pslaonline.org to volunteer.
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United Way wins national Tocqueville honor
 United Way of Snohomish County has earned national recognition and a 2010 Fleur-de-Lis award from United Way Worldwide for its work with local Tocqueville Society members (those who give $10,000 or more annually). Congratulations to 2009 Tocqueville Society chair Lisa Clarke and all Tocqueville members for making this possible.
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Imagination Library releases parent survey results
Since 2008, United Way, in partnership with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library sent has sent a free book monthly to more than 1,000 children under the age of five in the Lake Stevens School District. Read what parents in the program say.
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Northwest Training Institute classes at United Way
Northwest Training Institute is offering two popular classes this spring at United Way.
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We want to keep you in the loop!
Have a new work or home address? Please contact Laura Walker at 425.374.5518 or by e-mail at laura.walker@uwsc.org with any changes or updates you may have.
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