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Mark Conrad from Lockheed Martin, Jack Felts from Publix Super Markets and Superintendent Jim Yancey from Marion County Public Schools collectively raised more than $600,000 for United Way in 2009!
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The United Way of Marion County announced that it has reached 90 percent or $2,074,500.00 million dollars of the goal set in August. The goal set by the United Way board of directors was $2.3 million dollars, a 5 percent increase over the amount raised in 2008.
"Although we didn't hit goal this year, many organizations saw a tremendous increase in overall giving compared to the previous year. They chose not to blame the economy rather they used it as a reason to rally their employees to support the community," Fechtman said. "There were some companies who had strong campaigns and still fell short of goal, but overall the companies who focused on their campaigns were very successful." Read More |
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| United Way recognized area businesses and organizations |
2009 Shooting Star
Division Winners |
United Way thanked donors and organizations for their effort in raising $2 million dollars during the 2009 community campaign. The following organizations and indivduals were recognized: Click here for a complete list. |
| United Way welcomes back an old friend |
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United Way of Marion County is proud to announce the return of 2-1-1, a 24/7 information and referral service that is available to all Marion county residents.
People in need or help in our community-- or those who want to give it, can now connect through United Way's 2-1-1 Community Resource Line. Its easy to remember and easy to dial. This FREE, multilingual information and referral line can find assistance with a variety of needs such as food, shelter, clothing, sernior services, youth programs, support groups and much more. Click here to access a Quick Guide of Services. |
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Young Leaders Society's Breakfast with Leaders at IHMC |
| The United Way Young Leaders Society will have their next "Breakfast with Leaders" event at Ocala's newest downtown neighbor, Florida's Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. If you are a member of the Young Leaders Society, please join us Wednesday, February 24 from 8-9:30am at IHMC. RSVP to Summer Gill or call 352-732-9696 for more information. |
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| Have you been contributing to United Way for many years? We want to know who you are! Sign up for the new United Way Loyal Contributor Program so we can recognize you and provide you with updates on how your contributions are creating opportunities for a better tomorrow. To find out more, contact Tina Banner at 352-732-9696 |
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The United Way is offering FREE income tax preparation through their VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) site located in several locations. Marion County residents must make an appointment by calling 352-732-9696. All volunteers providing tax assistance are IRS certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparers.
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SAVE THE DATE |
| Be a part of United Way's work by attending one of the following upcoming events:
2-1-1 Welcome Back Party--
Thursday, February 11 @10am
Young Leaders Society "Breakfast with Leaders"--Wednesday, February 24 @ 8am
Day of Caring--Saturday, February 27
"An Evening in Manhattan"--United Way's Annual Meeting--Friday, March 26 @ 6pm
Click here for more information on tickets and times. |
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Send a Valentine's Day Card to your honey; help United Way earn some money!
Target, a fantastic National Corporate Leader, has created Super Love Sender which lets you send a quirky Valentine's Day, football-inspired video card to friends and family all while raising funds for United Way. For each card the online community sends, a vote is cast to decide how Target divides $1 million dollars between five national charities to fund educational programs. You can send up to 10 cards per computer, per day. The total number of votes determines the percentage of the funds United Way Worldwide receives.
Vote today by sending these customizable e-cards and enable United Way to raise important funds to support national education programs that help children enter school ready to learn, read proficiently by 4th grade and graduate on time. Super Love Sender will run through February 14 combining football and love just in time for Super Bowl XLIV and Valentine's Day. |
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