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Greetings Friend,
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All of us at United Way of Kenosha County hope that your 2013 is off to a wonderful beginning! The start of a new year is a time to both reflect on the past and consider the possibilities of the future.
This year United Way will be celebrating its 90th Anniversary in Kenosha County. The rich history in our community has touched the lives of tens of thousands of people, yet this is no time to rest on our laurels. United Way is committed to constantly moving forward to meet the evolving needs of Kenosha County, and we can't do it without you.
Join us this year in making a positive difference in our community by giving, advocating and volunteering for the causes you feel passionate about. LIVE UNITED!!!
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Readers Are Leaders
Share the love of reading with local children
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Each year as part of the national "Read Across America" event that celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss, United Way of Kenosha County organizes Readers Are Leaders to share the joy of reading with local elementary school students.
On March 5, 2013, more than 23 elementary schools in Kenosha County will welcome volunteers into their classrooms to read to students in first and second grades.
We need your help!
Because of the overwhelming response from local schools, we are seeking 200 volunteers to participate in this fun-filled event.
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FREE Tax Preparation!!!
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Tax season is upon us! Now, more than ever, you deserve to keep your money. VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) provides free, quality tax return preparation to low-to-moderate income individuals and families.To qualify for FREE tax help and possible earned income tax and child care credits, your 2012 household income must be less than $49,000.
Click here to find a VITA Site Location near you!
New to VITA this year: FREE Facilitated Self-Assistance Filing Sites (FSA). File a free Federal and State return if your income in 2012 was $57,000 or less! Click here to find an FSA Site Location or visit the United Way of Kenosha County website to prepare your taxes (both federal and state) on your own FOR FREE!
Thank you to everyone who helped make tax season so successful in 2011! 72 volunteers helped prepare more than 862 returns that were accepted by the IRS for over $1.2 million in tax refunds! These refunds not only helped those who needed it most, but also helped generate more income within the local economy.
With double the number of sites and nearly 30 more volunteers, we anticipate this year to be the most successful yet. Do your part and help spread the word!
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Save The Date!
Oh Baby! Kenosha Family Wellness Fair
Saturday, May 4, 2013 11am - 1pm
Brass Elementary School
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In collaboration with Leadership Kenosha and the Kenosha Lifecourse Initiative for Healthy Families (KLIHF), United Way of Kenosha County will be hosting a family wellness fair.
Organizations from throughout Kenosha County will be invited to participate, display and provide information to families on topics such as healthy birth outcomes, access to healthcare, strengthening families and eliminating racial disparities.
This free event, which will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 11am - 1pm, at Brass Elementary School, is open to all families in Kenosha County. Thanks to the Kenosha Community Foundation and The Kenosha Rotary Club West, event attendees will have the opportunity to win one of 20 Pack 'N Plays, among other awesome giveaways and prizes. Nutritious snacks will be provided.
For more information about the Oh Baby! Family Wellness Fair, please visit www.ohbabykenosha.com or www.facebook.com/ohbabykenosha.
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Youth As Resources (YAR)
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United Way is proud to partner with UW - Extension in support of Kenosha County Youth As Resources. YAR is a grant-giving program which funds youth-designed, youth-led community service projects in Kenosha County. Youth, with guidance from adults, determine the project they believe will address a need in their community.
Youth groups may apply to YAR for small grants of up to $500 which may be used to purchase supplies for the project, but may not be used to pay for volunteer time. The YAR Board reads all applications and invites youth groups to present their proposals directly to the board. Grant deadlines for their next cycle are:
- February 12, 2013
- March 12, 2013
Find out more...
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UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
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Local contributors are truly the backbone of United Way. Because of the generous donations we receive, many necessary programs are funded in Kenosha County that greatly benefit our community.
There is still time to donate!
Help make Kenosha County a better place to live!
Click here a make a donation.
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 United Way is pleased to announce Erin Morey as the new Community Impact Specialist. Erin has hit the ground running since joining the team in November. Her experience and enthusiasm are a welcome and wonderful addition to the organization.
We are now seeking volunteers to serve on our Community Investment teams. Please contact Erin at emorey@kenoshaunitedway.org if you are interested in getting involved.
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Paris Echoles, Coordinator of Student Engagement & Equity at Kenosha Unified School District lives united by promoting mentoring in the Kenosha community.
Paris feels he was fortunate to have a number of important mentors in his life, so today he gives back by working directly with several young men as a positive role model who is there to listen and show he cares.
If you are looking for a way to give back within the Kenosha Unified School Disctrict, contact Paris at pecholes@kusd.edu. Explore how you can put your talents to use and impact the lives of young people in our community.
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UPCOMING PARTNER
EVENTS
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Visit the United Way of Kenosha County website to see a calendar of events sponsored by our partnering agencies!
Have an upcoming event that you would like featured? Let us know! |
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FOOTBALL EXTRAVAGANZA
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We would like to extend a big
THANK YOU to David Insurance, Platinum Systems, Express Employment Professionals, Stinebrink's Piggly Wiggly
and The Clubhouse for
co-sponsoring the
United Way Football Extravaganza, which benefited United Way of Kenosha County! The event was a ton of fun and a great success! Thank you to everyone who attended! |
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OPPORTUNITY INDEX
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United Way Worldwide has recently signed on as a partner in Opportunity Nation, a national campaign to mobilize business leaders, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, faith communities and citizens in order to create innovative policies and programs that promote opportunity and economic mobility in the United States.
Check out where Wisconsin and Kenosha County rank on the Opportunity Index.
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