Valley United Way - Electronic Newsletter

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	Serving Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour & Shelton

Fred Ortoli to Head Annual community Campaign

Fred Ortoli is in the business of making everyone look good in his business as a photographer, and he's about to do that for the entire Valley in his new volunteer role as Campaign Chair for the 2009-2010 Valley United Way Community Campaign.

You can read all about his appointment and the challenges and opportunities ahead by clicking here.

CPTV and Valley United Way Partner to Promote "The Power of Giving: Stories of Volunteerism"

Connecticut Public Television is spending the month focusing on "The Power of Giving: Stories of Volunteerism", and Valley United Way, 2-1-1, and United Ways across the state are pleased to be partners in the program.

Recognizing the impact volunteers have in our communities, especially during these economic times, CPTV is promoting volunteerism on air and on their website with a special Volunteer-A-Thon this week on Thursday, June 25 at 8 p.m. repeating on Saturday, June 27 at 6 p.m. Click here for an informative flyer.

Click here for full article.

Harvest House III Set to Rise this Fall

Valley United Way's Corporate Volunteer Council is excited to announce its plans for Harvest House III, which will be built on the grounds of Shelton's Riverwalk from September 24-28. Harvest House is a 400 square foot building constructed with more than 100,000 items of non-perishable food donated by the community. (Click here to read about the previous Harvest House.)

Construction of the structural walls begins Thursday, September 24. On Saturday, September 26, Valley businesses, schools, civic groups, and the community-at-large are invited to help build our house of food by placing donated items on the walls of Harvest House. On Sunday, September 27, the community will be invited to view the house of food. On Monday, September 28th, Valley food banks and other VUW agencies will dismantle Harvest House to distribute the food to the hungry in our Valley.

For more information contact Pat Tarasovic at (203) 926-9478 or patricia.tarasovic@valleyunitedway.org. Click here to read the rest of the story.

Back to School Clothes for Kids Sites Announced

Last year Valley United Way's Corporate Volunteer Council clothed close to 200 Seymour school children for the start of the new school year. This year they are out to break that record. What city have they chosen this year? Click here to find out.

Tell us how you "Live United" and we'll give you the shirt off our back!

As long as we're talking about clothing, we've got an opportunity for you to get a free "Live United" T-Shirt. We've got many short videos on our website and our YouTube Channel already, but we're always looking for more. If you are willing to share your story in one of our videos, then we'll give you a free T-shirt. Give Jack or Laurel a call at United Way (203 926-9478).

Corporate Cup Winner Announced Tuesday
	The 2009 Community Corporate Cup is over - except for the announcement of the Healthy Team winners and the overall winner. That will take place at Griffin Hospital Tuesday evening, and the results will be posted on the web after the meeting.

Allocations Process Underway
	The annual community allocations process is currently underway, and there are 30 volunteers visiting agencies and reviewing programs and budgets. When their work is complete later this month, they will be making funding recommendations to Valley United Way's board for action. Funding decisions made this month will take effect on July 1. Watch the website and a future newsletter for the full story.

United Way Distributing Prescription Drug Discount Cards

Valley United Way is pleased to have joined with familywize Community Service Partnership to help promote and distribute free discount prescription drug cards. In these difficult economic times, the cards can help reduce the costs of medications not already covered by health insurance. Many Valley pharmacies participate in this national program, and you can find the full listing on the United Way website by clicking here. The cards are absolutely free and may be requested by calling Valley United Way (203 926-9478).

There's A Lot More on the Website!

Valley United Way has long been a leader in electronic communications having been the first United Way in Connecticut to have an Internet presence. You can see the depth of that commitment to community communication by visiting our website which is chock full of stories, pictures and videos of people in the Valley "Living United".

Website

Check Out A Fresh Perspective on Our Blog!

Our blog brings the personal perspective of staff members to our Internet presence and provides the opportunity for users to interact with them. Click here to visit the blog.

Griffin Hospital's 100th Birthday Celebration - June 27th

June 27th, 11am-3pm - An open house for all born at Griffin Hospital and the entire community. The event will include tours, demos, cake, ice cream and fun for the family.

Click here for Griffin Hospital's website.

Give.

You can help support the work of Valley United Way by making your pledge on-line. You can make a real difference in the quality of life here in the Valley. Click on the link to learn more.

Volunteer.

Valley United Way's Volunteer Center is always open! Visit our Volunteer Solutions website to find or list volunteer opportunities.

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