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OUR COMMUNITY NEWS 

FEBRUARY 2012


LIVE UNITED TOP 2


Meet the Newest Addition to our United Way Family!
Our newborn website is ready to meet the world, heralding a major milestone for our organization.  We invite you to share in the joys and challenges of our work and watch us continue to grow.

Log on today!  Don't miss our exciting firsts and stay connected with our progress along the way.  Follow the latest news across the region and watch your dollars positively impact our communities.

Sincerely,
John Franklin
INCOME
United Way Provides Free Tax Preparation for Local Residents

Each year, our residents miss out on thousands of dollars by not claiming critical tax credits on their federal and state tax returns.  United Way is here to help!  

 

Maximize your refund by utilizing our free, IRS-certified tax preparation service.  Then, use your tax refund to build savings and begin the journey to financial independence.

 

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EDUCATION
United Way Mentor Training Program Serves as a National Model

At United Way, we believe in the power of mentoring.  This year, we are proud to announce the expansion of our successful, free United Way Mentor Training Program that prepares local residents with the communication and problem-solving skills to make a positive and lasting contribution in their communities.  

 

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HEALTH
United Way  Partners with NY Giants to Collect Healthy Snacks for Kids
In January, United Way launched a partnership with the NY Giants, Rock and Wrap It Up!, and Warren County school districts to help students learn how one simple act of charity can help provide nourishment for fellow classmates in need, protect the environment by keeping food out of landfills, and improve their community.

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United Way Chili Open Golf Classic  

Raises Over $35,000   

More than 130 golfers travelled to the Sussex County Fairgrounds on Saturday, January 28 to play a round of winter golf and raise money for United Way of Northern New Jersey's work. 

 

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United Way  

2011 Holiday Drives & Funds 

BY THE NUMBERS

 

Gifts of the Season in Somerset County 

18,916: Gifts collected for children, families, and seniors 

 703: Volunteers who sorted gifts 

 

Holiday Fund & Toy Drive in North Essex 

28,825: Dollars raised for families and seniors    

500: Toys donated by organizations and individuals

 

Gift of Warmth in Sussex County 

932: New coats donated to residents in need   

19: Years the program has been helping local residents 

Upcoming Events
United Way
Young Professionals
Annual Celebration  
Friday, February 3, 2012

Event Location: Somerset County

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Mentor Training

Monday, February 6, 2012

Event Location: Morris County 

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Somerset Saves Employment and Savings Seminar

Monday, February 20, 2012

Event Location: Somerset County 

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Mentor Training 

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Event Location: Somerset County 

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United Way
Alternative Spring Break --
Week 1

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Event Location: Essex County 

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Mentor Training

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Event Location: Morris County 

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United Way
Alternative Spring Break --
Week 2

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Event Location: Essex County 


United Way
Alternative Spring Break --
Week 3

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Event Location: Essex County 

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United Way
Alternative Spring Break --
Week 4

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Event Location: Essex County 

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United Way Commercial Real Estate Network
Legacy Luncheon
Friday, May 11, 2012

Event Location: Morris County 

   
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Community Spotlight

One week after celebrating the arrival of 2012, more than 200 hardcore runners from 11 states were ready to brave freezing temperatures for the sheer joy of a mid-winter trail run and to support United Way of Northern New Jersey.

 


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