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Volunteer Solutions Lists Opportunities
 Volunteer Solutions is a free online service funded by Valley United Way that displays volunteer opportunities in the Valley and allows volunteers to interact directly with agencies that need volunteers. Volunteer Solutions is one of the easiest ways to find opportunities both locally and across the state at a multitude of different agencies.
Local groups are also encouraged to list their opportunities with Volunteer Solutions. There is no charge for the service, and it is very easy to maintain your listings. Please visit Volunteer Solutions by clicking here.
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Valley United Way Accepting Youth Leadership Program Applications
Valley United Way is now accepting applications for the 2011 Youth Leadership Program. The program is entering its 22nd year and aims to develop teens into future community leaders. Youth Leaders learn about community needs that are specific to the Valley, the importance of nonprofit agencies and the role volunteerism plays in addressing those needs.
Applications are accepted annually from students who attend Valley high schools, or those who reside in the Valley and attend high school outside the area.
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Save the Date - Annual Meeting Set
Valley United Way's Annual Meeting will take place Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 at The Inn at Villa Bianca beginning at 5:15. The Inn at Villa Bianca is located at 312 Roosevelt Drive in Seymour. Formal invitations will be sent shortly. Stay tuned for more updates! | |
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Connecticut Celebrates 2-1-1 Day
February 11th, 2011 was the official 2-1-1 day. 2-1-1 is a 24/7, multilingual information line that provides health and human service resource information to callers 365 days per year. The infoline handled approximately 450,000 requests during 2010. Click here to learn more about the resources that are available through 2-1-1. | |
Corporate Cup Under Way
The 2011 Griffin Hospital Corporate Cup kicked off its 21st year as a Valley tradition on February 15th.
The pre-tests are scheduled for February 28th and March 2nd, followed by a breakfast on March 7th.
On March 12th it's off to the races as the first Corporate Cup event is up for grabs. Bowling will be taking place at AMC Lanes of Milford. Click here for Corporate Cup information.
The Griffin Hospital Corporate Cup is a collaborative effort of Valley United Way, The Valley YMCA and the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce. |
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Valley Salons Cut Hunger
 Diana Cirillo, co-owner of Panache Hair Design in Shelton, organized a food drive with other Valley-based hair studios entitled "Hair to Cut Hunger."
Cirillo is an active member of the Corporate Volunteer Council, which has provided additional support. While she is very grateful to the salons who joined her, she is hopeful that more local hair salons will participate in future food drives.
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Be an Advocate - Like us on Facebook and Share our Story
 Help us help the Valley by being an online advocate. Like us on Facebook by clicking here. You can share our stories with your friends by clicking either the "Promote" or "Share" buttons that are listed after every post on our Facebook Page. Join in the conversation by commenting on posts and sharing your thoughts.
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Help Promote Awareness of the Earned Income Tax Credit
Since 1975, the Earned Income Tax Credit has been offering tax relief to low and moderate income individuals and families. In recent years, CT filers claiming EITC have received an average credit of over $1,800 on their federal taxes. Once again, United Way of Connecticut is working to inform and educate families about their eligibility for EITC and other federal tax credits.
TEAM, Inc. in Derby is the local provider of this valuable service, and they have done an outstanding job of saving Valley residents thousands of dollars. You can learn more about their service by clicking here.
To learn more or for a referral to a free tax preparation site elsewhere in the state, dial 2-1-1 or visit www.211ct.org/taxes.
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New Calendar Makes it Easier to Keep Up with Valley United Way
We've just upgraded our on-line United Way calendar, and it's a much more valuable tool for tracking what's going on at Valley United Way. The calendar will now allow users of Microsoft Outlook to click on an event and have it automatically placed on their calendar. The site also now allows us to have maps with directions to events right on the site. Check it out by clicking here. |
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Cut Your Electric Bill & Help United Way
| Would you like to cut your electric bill by up to 20% and help United Way at the same time? It's easy to do! Click here for find out how.
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Health Discounts Available
| First Benefit is a free prescription discount program that includes additional healthcare discounts designed to help individuals and families with medical expenses. Click here for find out more.
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Help eliminate Hunger
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Valley Goes Pink at the Rink
Wednesday, February 23
Arena at Harbor Yard
600 Main Street, Bridgeport
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Campaign for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital. Click here for more information. |
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Wine Tasting to Benefit the Strand Theatre
Monday, February 28
Zois Pizza
48 Main Street, Seymour
All proceeds will benefit the Strand Theatre Renovation Fund. This event will feature appetizers, wine, beer, pizza and raffle prizes. Click here for more information. |
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Bowl 2 Benefit
Saturday, March 5, 7:30pm
AMF Lanes
1717 Boston Post Rd, Milford
Proceeds will benefit the Umbrella's efforts to stop domestic violence. Contact Debbie Soulsby at (203) 736-2601 or dsoulsby@bghealth.org for more information. |
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An Evening of Comedy
Saturday, March 12, 7:30pm
Grassy Hill Lodge
77 Sodom Lane, Derby
Tickets include appetizers and one drink. Event is brought to you by the Parent and Child Resource Center. Call (203) 954-0543 or visit www.LNVPCRC.org for details. |
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St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance
Thursday, March 17, 6-10pm
John J. Sullivan's
557 Wakelee Avenue, Ansonia
Tickets must be purchased in advance and include corned beef and cabage, a cash bar and a traditional Irish band. Green attire is suggested. Contact Roslyn Gilhuly at (203) 732-7504 or at rgilhuly@griffinhealth.org for reservations. Please RSVP by March 10th. |
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Fourth Annual Men Who Cook
Saturday, April 2, 6-11pm
Warsaw Park
119 Pulaski Highway, Ansonia
Tickets include a variety of food cooked by over 50 male chefs, wine, beer and soft drinks. Limited number of tickets available. Contact Trish Wigglesworth at (203) 736-5420 ext. 221 or twigglesworth@teaminc.org for information. |
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