Young Leaders United
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Greetings!
 
United Way is buzzing with activity!  Our campaign officially kicks off Friday, September 12 with Day of Caring, our volunteer extravaganza for the community. So far this year, over 900 people have signed on to participate!

United Way has also just moved to a new office location - which is why we've been a little quiet.  Don't worry - we've got a lot of activities for YLU on the horizon! In the meantime, please check out some of the volunteer opportunities we have for you, and join in if you can!

Sincerely,
Michelle Ricketts
United Way of Southwestern Indiana
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Spread the word!  Invite your friends to join YLU! 
Day of Caring
give back tristate logoPlease join United Way & members of Give Back Tristate for a special Day of Caring project for young professionals! Many employers will allow a day off to do good in our community (just ask!). 

This Friday, September 12
The Centre, Downtown Evansville
Doors Open/Breakfast begins at 7 a.m.
Program - 7:30 to 8:45 a.m.

Volunteer Project: Ozanam Family Shelter, 9 to 3 p.m.
1100 Read St., Evansville, IN 47710
Help organize the food pantry and develop a better organizational system.  Additional help is needed doing odd painting and cleaning, and Ozanam has all of the needed supplies.

All volunteers receive a free t-shirt and breakfast.
Please reserve your spot by sending an email with your t-shirt size to mricketts@unitedwayswi.org
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
man in live united shirt Be a United Way Fund Distribution Volunteer!
Each year United Way depends on a group of 50 volunteers to invest in local education, income and health programs. Program Panels of 3-4 volunteers assess 5 or 6 United Way funded programs and make recommendations based on their findings. Additionally, the Audit Committee reviews the financial stability of our Partner Agencies to ensure each donation is wisely invested.  The panels meet from October through March, for a total of a 20 hour commitment.  Please contact Emily by 9/26 with questions, to request a volunteer job description, or to sign up!

Give 2.5 Hours for the October Phone Blitz!
Join Co-Chairs Bix Branson of ONB & Keith Messmer of BKD for a United Way fundraising blitz. Volunteers work the phone bank, calling businesses to ask for support.  A script is provided, as are snacks and fun prizes! 

United Way Board Room, 501 NW 4th Street              
Thursday, October 9th
Choose a Shift: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. or 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
For more info, or to sign up, contact Michelle.
What's New at United Way?
four kids in live united shirts

Check out our new local video: See how 3 volunteers make a difference through education, income and health programs. These are just a few examples of how, together, we create a better tomorrow for our community.

P.S. There are cameo appearances from a few YLU members - LaShone Gibson, Jennifer Barchet, Sean Browning, and Jonathan & Sarah McBride

New Office Location:  Our new physical address is 501 NW 4th Street.


matching funds!


Your gift can generate even more support for our community!
Matching funds are available this year thanks to the Indiana Association of United Ways and the Lilly Endowment.
 
The funds will be used to encourage growth in giving for Young Leaders United members to help get you to the $500+ leadership level. All new dollars that get you to that level will be matched.

Example: Donor A previously gave $0 and contributes $250 in 2008. This generates a $250 match and the matching dollars will count toward Donor A being recognized as a YLU leadership donor.
 
Example: Donor B previously gave $275 and contributes an additional $112.50 in 2008.  This generates a $112.50 match and the matching dollars will count toward Donor B being recognized as a YLU leadership donor.
United Way
of Southwestern Indiana
P.O. Box 18
Evansville, Indiana 47701
 
812.422.4100
 The next generation of community leaders - making a difference, improving lives - right here at home.

how to get involved...
1. Just by signing up for & receiving our e-newsletter, you'll get invitations to volunteer opportunities, training sessions and social events with community speakers.
 
2. Give a YLU leadership gift of $10 per week ($500 + annually) to United Way, and you'll be invited to additional events and be recognized as a YLU leadership giver in a local publication.