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Do you know a child in middle school looking for ways to give back to the community?
After receiving multiple requests from parents looking for volunteer opportunities for their middle school students, United Way of Marion County has created a new volunteer program exclusively for middle school students (grades 6-8) called "Get in the Middle."
United Way will offer one monthly volunteer activity from October 2011 through March 2012. Middle School students will be able to participate in one or all of the six volunteer opportunities. United Way's first middle school volunteer event will be Dust the Dead, on Thursday, October 13. United Way has proudly partnered with the City of Ocala to spruce up one of Ocala's historical cemeteries - Greenwood Cemetery located on NE 3rd Street.
For more information or to get involved, contact Chris Cotter at the United Way at 352-732-9696 or ccotter@uwmc.org. |
| 50th anniversary Call to Artists | |
Marion County artists of all ages are invited to draw attention to the impact United Way of Marion County has had in this community for the last half century.
United Way of Marion County's 50th Anniversary Art Contest call to artists, application and submission guidelines are available at www.uwmc.org. There is no fee to enter. Artwork will be exhibited at the annual Fine Arts for Ocala (FAFO) art festival Oct. 22-23 with winning entries auctioned at United Way's 50th anniversary celebration in December.
Winning artwork will also be displayed on long-term loan at United Way of Marion County, with proceeds from the auction benefiting the nonprofit organization.
The contest deadline, with entries to be submitted electronically, is Friday, Oct. 14. Artwork intended for display at FAFO's Arts Festival must be dropped off by Thursday, Oct. 20 at United Way's office, 1401 NE Second St., one block north of Silver Springs Boulevard.
Artwork will be judged on Oct. 22 and cash prizes including $200 for Best of Show, will be awarded in two categories: Adult, ages 18 and older for professional and amateur artists, and Youth for all children through age 17.
FAFO will also host a preview exhibit and artists' reception on Thursday, Oct. 13. In order to have artwork included for the preview, it must be delivered to United Way's office by Oct. 11.
Contest details
For more information about United Way or its anniversary celebration, please call 732-9696. |
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Power of the Purse presented by
United Way's Women of Worth | |
United Way's Women's Leadership Council, Women of Worth (WoW), is hosting a fund-raising event called the "Power of the Purse", Thursday, November 3, 2011, from 6-8pm at Golden Ocala located at 8300 NW 31st Lane Road.
The event will feature purses of all shapes, sizes and color, some with accompanying "packages", in live and silent auctions. All proceeds will benefit women and children's programs in the areas of education, income and health.
Tickets will go on sale the first week in October $40 in advance, $45 at the door, and can be purchased at the United Way. You may also reserve your ticket with a credit card by calling 352-732-9696.
Since WoW was established in 2004, the Women's Leadership Council has harnessed the philanthropic power of area women who have in turn, donated more than $240,000 to area human service agencies to improve the quality of life in Marion County for those less fortunate.
For more information, call Cathy Truesdale at 352-732-9696 or ctruesdale@uwmc.org. |
Coming Soon....Mark your calendar for some BasketBrawl
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BasketBrawl is a basketball tournament between Marion County Public Schools and Ocala Publix Super Market stores set for Tuesday, November 15 at 7pm at Forest High School. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.
Come see employees from both organizations fight for the title of United Way champ!
Stay tuned for more information.
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Are you brave enough to be on a team? | |
United Way of Marion County is looking for 30 teams of two to participate in the "Amazing Race to Graduation" event on Tuesday, October 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. held on the campus of the College of Central Florida.
Deadline for applications is Friday, October 7. All proceeds will benefit United Way's work in Education.
For more information, call Cathy Truesdale or Tina Banner at 352-732-9696. Read more
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| Volunteers needed |
United Way of Marion County is looking for volunteers who are interested in providing certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to Marion County residents. VITA sites will be located in surrounding areas in Marion County and at the United Way office to offer free tax-preparation services for Marion County residents.
No experience necessary. A great resume builder. Orientation will be Monday, October 24th from 6-7:30p.m.at the United Way located at 1401 NE 2nd St, Ocala.
For more information or to register, contact Chris Cotter at 732-9696 ext. 209 or ccotter@uwmc.org. |
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October Campaign Events | |
CTAE Fashion Show
Community Technical and Adult Education will be hosting their 2nd annual fall fashion show showcasing the latest styles for the season.
Monday, October 10, 2011 at 12pm and 6pm. Pre-event tickets are $3.00 donation and at the Door is $5.00 donation. Tickets can be purchased at CTAE, MCPS District Office or United Way.
Featured models will be faculty, staff, administration, and CTAE students. For more information call 671-7203.
Tee Off to Meet the Goal 4 person Golf Scramble
Marion County Public Schools will host a golf tournament on Friday, October 28, 2011 at the Country Club of Silver Springs Shores, beginning at 1 p.m. The cost is $65 per golfer.
Entry fee includes golf, cart, lunch and grab bags. Hole sponsorships are available for $100 per hole. Registration form can be downloaded here.
For more information on sponsorship or registration, call Paula Bundrick at 352-671-7702.
Proceeds from both events will be donated to United Way.
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Chamber After Hours
United Way will host the Ocala/Marion County Chamber Afterhours event to celebrate our 50th years in Marion County.
Thursday, October 20, 2011 from 5-7pm
Chamber members are Free and Future members are $30 | |
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