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United Way of the Lakeshore
2012 CAMPAIGN FINALE
We invite you to join us for our
campaign finale, celebrating all who contributed to our community campaign.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Holiday Inn Muskegon Harbor
5:00 - 6:15 p.m. * Social
6:15 p.m. * Program
Cost: $15 per person
Table sponsor: $120 for 8
Dress: business casual, Harley
appropriate, or Wizard of Oz wear
RSVP by Friday, November 30, 2012
stephanie@unitedwaylakeshore.org
or 877-722-3134
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YOUR GIFT AT WORK -
THE ARC MUSKEGON
 Last July, The Arc Muskegon, along with the Regional Inclusive Community Coalition (RICC) Muskegon, hosted a "Picnic with a Purpose." The PURPOSE was to empower people with developmental disabilities to vote, meet local political leaders and candidates and register to vote, if needed.
More than 100 people mixed and mingled, asked candidates questions, learned how to use the AutoMark Voting machine and enjoyed a picnic style lunch.
Advocacy, specifically self advocacy, is the core of our mission. Thanks to the support of the United Way of the Lakeshore, they, too, believe in people with developmental disabilities having equal access to the privilege of voting, voicing an opinion, and putting a face to many issues affecting their lives each day. | |
UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
IS AT 30% OF GOAL
WHO WILL WIN THE HARLEY?
It could be you!!!
Your pledge form or completed entry form must be
received at the United Way office by 5 p.m.
on Wednesday, November 21, 2012.
 Knoll, Inc. ran a fun campaign again with a Biker Bash theme; many employees dressed in their favorite bike attire for the week. Knollhad several events during the week - a United Way trivia day, popcorn day and a celebration Biker Bash luncheon for all employees. Knoll had 43 first time donors, 126 Everyday Heroes and 62 Leadership donors! They had a 20% increase over last year. Way to go Knoll employees, for a great campaign - our community and agencies thank you!
This sweepstakes made possible by Cannon Muskegon Corporation, Nowak Machined Products, Webb Chemical Service Corp., Manpower, Consumers Energy, Jackson-Merkey Contractors, Great Lakes Dock & Materials, and Hot Rod Harley-Davidson. If you have any questions regarding this sweepstakes please contact Nancy Robbins at nancy@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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Newaygo County News
Holiday Lunch with featured guest
 MR. RICK VUYSTWZZM-TV 13's Green Thumb
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
12:30 to 2:00 p.m.
The Dogwood Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets are $30 each or 8 for $225
Includes program and catered holiday lunch by Gala Gourmet
Reservations required; seating is limited
Please call Newaygo County RESA at (231) 924-0381
or pick up your tickets by visiting NC RESA,
4747 West 48th Street in Fremont.
This event beneifts
United Way of the Lakeshore - Newaygo County
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United Way Restaurant Day
CF PRIME
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
10% of the day's sales are donated to United Way.
Final restaurant day for 2012:
Tuesday, November 27 Russ' North Muskegon
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SANDY
RECOVERY EFFORTS
United Ways along the Eastern Seaboard have established the a fund for Superstorm Sandy to address near-term and long-term recovery needs of communities most affected by the hurricane. Contributions to the fund will be used by several United Ways to address recovery needs in communities that FEMA has declared disaster areas.
Visit www.UWSandyRecovery.org
to donate to the Fund. You can
also use your phone to text RECOVERY to 52000 to make
a $10 donation.
The American Red Cross also has
a variety of ways to give: www.redcross.org, 1-800-RED CROSS, or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Contributions may also be sent to the local chapter,
313 W. Webster Ave.,
Muskegon MI 49440.
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Thursday, November 8: FREE West Michigan College Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Christ Temple Apostolic Faith Church, 412 East Sherman Boulevard. Sign up at www.minorityrecruitonline.com.
Saturday, November 10: Volunteer Center of West Michigan Family Volunteer Day from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit free health information booths. Learn about National Service in our community. Please call (231) 722-6600 or visit www.volunteercenterwm.com for event questions.
If you have an event you would
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WESCO OFFERS A REFILLABLE MUG TO BENEFIT UNITED WAY
Wesco stores will have a donation jar on their counter, through Dec. 31, collecting money for United Way. Wesco's corporate office will match dollar for dollar up to $1,000 per store. Employees will wear t-shirts that have the United Way logo on the back; the logo will also appear on the pump toppers, counter mats and styrofoam beverage cups.
NEW for this campaign is the refillable United Way mug that you can purchase for $3.99 - United Way will receive $2.00 for each one purchased. The Wesco goal for United Ways where their stores are located is to raise $60,000 to help programs in the areas of Education, Income and Health.
Stop by Wesco in Muskegon, Newaygo and Oceana counties, thank them for their support, and help us reach our maximum goal of $2,000 per location to go directly to your community's programs.
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WOMEN'S
LEADERSHIP NETWORK
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
1:00 - 2:30 pm - Kid's Food Basket in the Central United Methodist Church (1011 Second Street)
where we will help pack
550 sack suppers.
3:00 - 5:00 pm - Salvation Army (1221 Shonat) helping with the Christmas Toy campaign.
Please join us at one or both
locations during the afternoon
as your schedule permits.
If you are planning to attend
please RSVP to
stephanie@unitedwaylakeshore.org
or call (231) 722-3134.
For more information about Women's Leadership, please contact
Claudia Bryant at (231) 722-3134 or claudia@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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CANDY FOR TROOPS!
Wondering what to do with that leftover Halloween candy?? Bring it out to the airport and they will send it off to the troops in a goody bag filled with things they can use, including your leftover candy.
Pull up to the main entrance to the terminal and just inside the doors drop off the candy to the counter just to the right.
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