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On Tuesday, April 17, we welcomed more than 170 guests to our Annual Meeting at Horizons Conference Center. This event is one of our team's favorite events because we have the opportunity to honor and acknowledge all the amazing people that help make Saginaw County such an incredible place to work and live. Congratulations again to all our award recipients (featured below) and thank you to everyone who LIVES UNITED every day in our community.
Event pictures can be found on our website and facebook page. |
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Chairing a United Way Campaign | |
"It was a great honor for me to serve as Chair to the United Way of Saginaw County campaign. I was proud to work with the United Way staff, who were very organized, effective and efficient. Our community is fortunate to have such a skilled staff managing the organization. Also, I was grateful for the people and businesses that contributed to the campaign - what a tremendous response we received from this community! Their generous support and commitment made me feel good about United Way and its purpose, and what people are doing. Finally, the organizations that are served by United Way to help fill the needs of this community. So much good is being done. When you add this all up, it is such a rewarding experience. I am thankful that I could be a small part of the campaign." ~John Kunitzer, 2011 Campaign Chair.
We cannot thank John enough for all his hard work and dedication to our campaign and our community! It will be hard work following in the footsteps of John and our past campaign chairs, but we are certain that Jeff Martin from The Dow Chemical Company will do a great job. Also, it was announced at our Annual Meeting that Craig Goslin from the Saginaw Spirit will serve as Campaign Vice-Chair this year and then become the Campaign Chair for our 2013 campaign. |
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Dr. Craig Douglas |
At our Annual Meeting we presented plaques to two dedicated board members who have served United Way in multiple capacities over many years, Dr. Craig Douglas and Garnet Sherman.
As she reflected back on her years served with United Way of Saginaw County, here is what board member and past board secretary, Garnet Sherman, shared with us:
How did you first decide to become involved with United Way? I first became involved with United  Way with our firm's (Gardey Financial Advisors, LLC) annual campaign. My employer, Kim Gardey, has been a supporter of United Way for many, many years. He has made an annual campaign a priority for our firm.
What is one thing that you learned or will always remember from your experience serving with United Way? I've learned about the level of accountability that United Way expects from the agencies that receive funding. With that accountability aspect, I can be assured that my contributions are being well used. Also, one of the most enriching aspects of serving on the board is being inspired by the others on the board whose goal it is to take care of our community.
We would also like to thank Tom Begin for his service as 2010-2012 Board Chair. In addition to his role as Board Chair, Tom has served United Way of Saginaw County in many capacities for more than 15 years. We thank Tom for his leadership and dedication to the community.
"Never lose sight of the fact that everything you do, every moment you allocate for United Way, betters our community. The impact made by United Way helps someone, and that someone could be a complete stranger, a neighbor or someone that you love. It is a huge responsibility and a tremendous honor to be in a position to make a difference of this magnitude in our community." ~Tom Begin |
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5 Minutes with a UWSC New Staff Member
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Name: Kimberly German 
Title: Administrative Assistant - Campaign
How did you first become involved with United Way?
I originally became involved with United Way as a donor. Then six years later, I took a position working for United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula. I have been passionate about United Way and the work that the organization does ever since.
Where did you grow up? Sault Ste. Marie
As someone who is new to Saginaw County what excites you most about this community? Saginaw is quite different then Sault St. Marie but I am really looking forward to becoming part of a bigger community and the opportunities that the larger community has to offer.
Pets: I have two cats - Roscoe and Maggie
Interests: Music, pets, football, the outdoors and spending time with my friends and family
Favorite United Way Event/Program: Although I have only been here a few weeks, the staff all seem very excited for the Annual Golf Classic. I think that it will be fun to work with and have the chance to meet a professional athlete.
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Our 2011 Annual Report features information about our staff, board members, executive committee and campaign cabinet. Each of our award recipients and giving companies are highlighted, as well as our community impact programs and 2011 accomplishments. You can click the report image above to view it online or stop by the United Way office to pick up a copy. Thank you to all the employees, companies, community leaders and partners who helped us compile such wonderful information to share with the community! |
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We would like to welcome Bernice Butler from the City of Saginaw to our Board of Directors.
Also new to our organization and community is Kimberly German. Kim has been hired as the Administrative Assistant - Campaign. You can find out more about her in the interview below!
We look forward to working with both of these ladies! |
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Diaper Drive
May 1 - June 1 | |
The Millet Learning Center is in need of diapers of ALL sizes, infant to adult. You can drop off your diaper donations at the following locations:
* United Way Office
(100 S. Jefferson Ave., 3rd Floor)
* Walmart - Bay Rd.
(5560 Bay Rd.)
Or if you would prefer your donation to be picked up, please contact Tara Cobb, AmeriCorps Community Resource Navigator at (989) 755-0505, ext. 206.
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Spring Into Service Day - 5.17.12 | |
This year we are celebrating our 10th year "Springing into Service." Saginaw County High School students will be coming together to work on several projects at the Saginaw Children's Zoo on Thursday, May 17. Thank you to all the students and community leaders who have signed up to help make this another successful event. If you would like to be involved or would like more information, please contact Kristy Bitterman at (989) 755-0505, ext. 225.
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9th Annual Jason Richardson Golf Classic - 7.11.12 | |
Hosted at The Fortress in Frankenmuth, our annual golf classic is one of the biggest events of the year.
We need your help to make this another successful year. If you are interested in golfing, providing a sponsorship or donating a prize, please contact Kelly Johnson at (989) 755-0505, ext. 211. |
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Getting involved is fun! Here are a few highlighted volunteer opportunities in our community: | |
Come play store with us for a good cause! Cashier/Customer Assistance volunteers are needed to meet and greet all customers as they enter the store, as well as price merchandise, operate the cash register and sort.
Concession stand operator -volunteers are needed to operate stands, direct activities and assist with entertainment for a local Radiothon. Event is scheduled for May 12th from noon to 6 p.m.
Group volunteers are needed to run, organize, sort and price items for a Pole Barn Sale (schedule flexible).
If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities or would like to get involved in the community, please contact Henrietta Watson at (989) 755-0505, ext. 216. |
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Submitted by Theresa, AmeriCorps Member | |
"This is the end of my first six months serving for AmeriCorps. This program has impacted me in a major way. I often find myself preaching to others about drugs and their harmful effects, outside of my services. This is something I would have never done in the past. I am learning so much! Serving for AmeriCorps gives me the extra push I need to make changes in me and all around me every chance I get!
Serving for AmeriCorps has made me realize that my true passion in life is to help other people in any way that I can. Making a difference in my community makes me feel good inside. Encouraging others to be drug free is such an important issue to deal with because I know people who use drugs on a regular basis. I will continue to work hard in my community in hopes that I will impact others the way AmeriCorps has impacted me. |
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United Way in the News | |
Did you miss a press release or news story on United Way? Check our online news room to find the latest story.
LIVE UNITED Pictures
Do you have a picture of someone in the community LIVING UNITED? How about a photo of you or a friend wearing a LIVE UNITED t-shirt? Or maybe a photo of you and your coworkers volunteering for United Way or a partnering agency?
We would love to see these pictures! Please email the jpg images to Kelly Johnson and we would be happy to include them in our future publications. |
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