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LIVE UNITED!
United Way would like to thank Holly Moon, the 2013 campaign chair, and the representatives from Love, INC., Foster Grandparents/Senior Companions, Prevention of Child Abuse, Empowerment Network and Women's Information Services for walking in the National Baby Food Festival on July 20. You truly LIVE UNITED!
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Summer Jobs Program Underway in Muskegon and other Michigan Communities
Earlier this month, 530 teens and young adults from struggling Michigan communities began summer and year-round jobs funded by the DTE Energy Foundation.
The foundation's statewide Youth Employment Initiative includes summer jobs in Muskegon, Detroit, Highland Park, Inkster, Pontiac and Ypsilanti.
The foundation provided $750,000 to fund the summer jobs at 30 community agencies. Muskegon has 36 interns based at area non-profits for six weeks this summer.
United Way is very happy to have Takia Jones working with us. She attends Muskegon High School and is in 11th grade. She is a Varsity Cheerleader and also does competitive cheer. She hopes to attend college for graphic design. Welcome Takia!
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Give & Ride! Win a 2014
Harley-Davidson Street Glide!
 United Way of the Lakeshore is pleased to announce our second motorcycle sweepstakes give-away. Any new gift of at least $50, or any gift that been increased from last year by $50, automatically qualifies you to be entered in the drawing for a 2014 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide motorcycle.
In order to be included in this special thank you drawing, your pledge form or completed entry form must be received at the United Way of the Lakeshore office by 5 p.m. on December 31, 2013. The winner will be drawn on April 24, 2014 at our Annual Meeting.
To "Click and Give" and for complete sweepstakes rules, please visit www.unitedwaylakeshore.org.
This raffle is made possible by these generous sponsors:
Webb Chemical, Cannon Muskegon, Manpower, Adac Automotive, Knoll, Nowak Machined Products, Hot Rod Harley-Davidson, Jackson-Merkey Contractors, Great Lakes Dock & Materials, and CWC Textron.
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2nd Annual Ride United Event
50 and 100 mile bike ride to benefit United Way
United Way of the Lakeshore is looking for its own "Olympians," enthusiastic bicyclists to ride in its second annual 100-mile bike ride planned for Friday, September 13, 2013.
Riders pay a fee to register and that includes the cost of the jersey. Riders are encouraged to secure pledges for United Way. Visit our website for updated route information. A 50-mile ride option is available for those who want to ride a shorter distance. For information or to register go to ridemi.org and click on the "REGISTER" banner. To ensure sufficient time to order Ride United Jerseys, riders are encouraged to sign up by Friday, August 23, 2013.
Major sponsors of Ride United are DTE Energy, Meijer, and Nowak Machined Products.
United Way of the Lakeshore works to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health in Muskegon, Oceana and Newaygo counties. For more information, contact United Way of the Lakeshore at 231-722-3134.
Please contact Laura Nugent at
laura@unitedwaylakeshore.org if you have any questions.
Sign up to ride at www.ridemi.org
"I am excited for the personal challenge of riding 100 miles. It also gives me the opportunity to share with my colleagues and friends about United Way and the many ways they benefit the communities they serve."
-Dave Nagel, 2012 Rider
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Free Preschool
Ready, Set, Learn!
Kids who go to preschool have better MATH and READING skills when they start school! Kids who go to preschool are more likely to graduate high school! Give your child a GREAT START by applying for preschool today. 
Call 2-1-1 to see if your family qualifies for FREE public preschool.
2-1-1 is operated by Michigan Association of United Ways and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in over 180 languages. Callers asking about enrollment and eligibility will be asked the number of people in their household, estimated annual income and zip code. All calls are confidential. Callers who qualify will be referred to their local Head Start office or Intermediate School District office to complete the application process. Applicants may qualify for no-cost or reduced-cost programs based on eligibility.
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Event Calendar
Friday, July 26: "Raising an Ethical Child" with Dr. Elizabeth Day, professor from the Santa Clara University School of Education and Ethics Center. This is a free lecture sponsored by the Women's Leadership Network of United Way of the Lakeshore. This event will take place at the Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Avenue in downtown Muskegon from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Please feel free to bring your own brown bag lunch. Coffee and cookies will be served. Questions to claudia@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
Thursday, August 8: Employee Campaign Coordinator Training at United Way of the Lakeshore from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP with Nancy@unitedwalakeshore.org.
Saturday, August 24: The Human Race - 5K Race and Fun Walk. 8 a.m. start time at the Roosevelt Park Community Center. $20 adults, $10 age 19 and younger. Please register at www.volunteercenterwm.com by August 15.
Wednesday, August 17: The Boot Scootin' II Dinner Dance at Hampton Green Farms from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 each. Entertainment by Ruth and Max Bloomquist. Proceeds from this event benefit the Father Jack Foundation. Please contact Linda Engel at (231) 733-9800 or engel.times@gmail.com.
Saturday, September 2: 6th Annual Labor Day Community Walk and Fun Run, Fisherman's Landing. Register at www.shorelinecity.com.
Thursday, September 12: Employee Campaign Coordinator Training at United Way of the Lakeshore from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Please RSVP with Nancy@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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If you have an event you would like included in the United Way ENews, please contact stephanie@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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Health Corner
Best veggies to buy organic:
bell peppers, celery, kale, lettuce, carrots, collard greens, spinach, potatoes, green beans, summer squash.
Best fruits to buy organic:
peaches, apples, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, grapes, pears, raspberries, plumbs.
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Oceana County News
Pentwater mobile food truck sponsored by the Pentwater Junior Women's Club, is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pentwater Fire Barn. 2013 dates are: August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, and December 17.
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Volunteer
Volunteer Center of West Michigan
strengthens our community by connecting people with volunteer opportunities.
If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity, please give them a call at (231) 722-6600 or visit their website at www.volunteercenterwm.com to learn more.
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Love, Inc. is looking for volunteers - transportation ministry, teachers, clearinghouse, mentors, jobs for life champion/mentor, board members, and event committee.
Please contact Matt, Paula or Phil at (231) 773-3448 to help with any of these needs.
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Visit www.ccwestmi.org/volunteers to see what volunteer opportunities are available with Catholic Charities West Michigan. You can also email volunteers@ccwestmi.org.
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Call 866-810-3784 or visit www.familywize.org for additional information.
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How to LIVE UNITED
Join hands
Open your heart
Lend your muscle
Find your voice
Give 10%
Give 100%
Give 110%
Give an hour
Give a Saturday
Think of WE before ME
Reach out a hand to one
And influence the condition of all
Give. Advocate. Volunteer.
LIVE UNITED!!!
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