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October 2008 eNewsletter







 
2008 Community Campaign Kickoff
The 2008 campaign goal was announced at this year's kickoff held at The Jacksonville Landing.  See the story below.
Dear United Way Friend,      
On September 25, United Way of Northeast Florida held the 2008 Community Campaign Kickoff at The Jacksonville Landing.  It was a great event and we couldn't have done it without the support of our donors and volunteers!  Be sure to check out the article below for highlights and photos.
 
Our new LIVE UNITED brand is in full swing across the First Coast. Together, we are creating lasting change in the lives of children, families, and seniors in Northeast Florida. LIVE UNITED t-shirts have been distributed at many company rallies and events. In this eNewsletter and at our website, you can find out how to join us and LIVE UNITED.

 

United Way Kicks Off Campaign with Concert on the River!
 
2008 Community Campaign Kickoff 
 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
With nearly 1,000 guests in attendance, United Way of Northeast Florida kicked off the 2008 Community Campaign on September 25 at The Jacksonville Landing. 2008 Campaign Chair Marty Lanahan, North Florida Area Executive and City President of Regions Bank, announced the campaign goal of $26,350,000 that will allow United Way to create opportunities for a better life for First Coast children, youth, seniors and families. 
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If you couldn't be there, click here to experience the fun and excitement of the community campaign kickoff!
 

Raymond James Grant Improves Services for Homeless Community
 
Raymond James GrantUnited Way of Northeast Florida received $31,000 in funding for system upgrades to the Community Shared Database, an online database allowing participating agencies serving the First Coast to access more than 3,800 resources and social services for the homeless population. 
 
 

Vintage Roadsters Spotlight 2-1-1
 
2-1-1 Oktoberfest
In an effort to raise awareness, United Way of Northeast Florida's 2-1-1 information and referral call center recently teamed up with several automobile clubs to sponsor the Seventh Annual Charity Oktoberfest 2008 at World Golf Village in St. Augustine on September 20. This year's show showcased classic cars from national and local European, Japanese, and American automobile clubs, as well as private investment collections.
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Help educate donors firsthand!
Looking for a great way to engage your employees during your United Way campaign to help them learn more about United Way-funded programs?
 
Customized volunteer projects and teambuilding opportunities are available for your employee groups, whether you can spare an hour or an afternoon.  Volunteer opportunities may be tailored to meet your company's corporate mission and workplace skills.
 
For more information on available opportunities, please contact Coretta Hill at corettah@uwnefl.org or 390-3231.  You may also request a volunteer project by filling out the online form here.
 

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