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Dear United Way Friend,
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Throughout this campaign, we've seen the commitment of First Coast men and women.
Even in these tough times, we respond to the challenges we face as a community. And nowhere was that more evident than in this year's campaign.
There were many people who, recognizing their good fortune to have a job or income, felt compelled to share their treasure to help their neighbors in need.
It is up to us to capture this spirit-neighbor by neighbor, business by business-and reach out a hand to one to influence the condition of all. To Give. To Advocate. To Volunteer. That's our charge. To LIVE UNITED means that you're part of the change.
In these challenging times our community stepped forward to take care of urgent needs today and invest in laying the groundwork for a better tomorrow.
For the caring and deep generosity of all of you, we say thank you.
Sincerely,
Marty Lanahan
2008 Campaign Chair Connie Hodges
United Way of Northeast Florida, President
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| United Way Celebrates Community Champions and Leadership Partners
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 "There were many in our community, whose generosity and passion went above and beyond. I'm grateful for the tremendous companies, organizations, and individuals that supported this year's United Way campaign," said Marty Lanahan, 2008 Campaign Chair.
At an April 16th breakfast meeting, United Way announced that it raised $24,830,590, during the 2008 campaign. With 250 guests gathered, United Way leaders congratulated longstanding community partners, award-winning campaigns, and United Way supporters for their hard work, resolve, and commitment.
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Real$ense: Saving You Time And Money When It Counts Most
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 At a time when First Coast families were looking to save money, Real$ense Prosperity Campaign was there to lend a helping hand. This year, more than 400 volunteers from VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and AARP Tax-Aide programs, at over 50 sites, saved clients over $2.3 million in tax preparation fees. |
| High School Atheletes Give "VALU" to Volunteering
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 "If you combine a high school soccer team with the Boys and Girls Clubs, what do you get?
A fun-filled volunteer event, allowing student athletes to share their skills and give back to their community!
The Stanton College Preparatory School soccer team recently helped launch the VALU Program (Volunteer Athletes Live United) by leading an instruction clinic for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida.
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United Way Celebrates Community Champions and Leadership Partners
Real$ense: Saving You Time and Money When It Counts Most
Hight School Atheletes Give "VALU" to Volunteering |
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United Way 2-1-1 was recently notified by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), it has received re-certification for an additional three years. AHCA is a state agency whose mission is look for ways to improve health care and provide information to Floridians about the quality of the health care they receive.
AHCA grants certification to agencies that have been accredited nationally by the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems (AIRS).
This accreditation positions United Way 2-1-1 as a qualified provider of information and referral about social and community services available to the community.
Congratulations 2-1-1!
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