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Campaign Wraps Up with a Huge Thank You to the Community
United Way Raises More Funds This Year
Exceptional Effort by Volunteers Applauded
United Way of the Ozarks announced today that it is projecting $3,443,698 raised during its annual campaign, which is $2,627 more than last year. United Way’s Campaign Cabinet and other volunteers gather tonight to celebrate and applaud outstanding efforts. The cabinet will also discuss overall campaign progress and great company and organization campaigns that helped United Way reach
this point.
United Way campaign chair, John Wilson said, “This amount represents 98% of the campaign goal, but we still have work to do. This total is incumbent on people returning their pledges to United Way. There are many companies running late campaigns and several campaigns not in yet. We owe it to our partner agencies to help these companies run the very best campaigns they can.” Wilson goes on to say, “We have had many gratifying moments during this campaign:
- Associated Wholesale Grocers organized an inaugural golf tournament that netted $21,000
- We increased our United Way presentations to companies by 44% this year
- Employees of our partner agencies increased their overall giving by 2%.
- Megavolt increased its employee and corporate giving by 70%.
- City Utilities employees increased their giving from $151,000 to $161,000
- The Bank of Missouri increased its giving by 89%
- The 9th Annual ANPAC Car Show for Kids raised over $19,000
“There are more incredible campaign success stories that have gotten us where we are today, but we have also experienced some challenges that had tremendous impact on the campaign. We feel, however, that in this economic environment that to raise more than we did last year is phenomenal. My special thanks to all the incredible volunteers who helped us get here.”
Jennifer Kennally, President & CEO for United Way said, “These are hard economic times for everyone, but more so for people who are already one paycheck away from disaster. When the economy turns downward, the need for services increases at a time when most agencies see a decrease in contributions. We are very grateful to our volunteers and this community for helping us surpass last year’s fundraising efforts. But we still have work to do, and every dollar counts.”
Add comment November 12, 2008
Campaign Report Breakfast October 16 at Boys & Girls Town
Community celebrates progress of United Way campaign
Thursday, October 16, United Way will have a report breakfast to announce mid-campaign progress to community partners and volunteers. During the program, select companies will highlight the amount raised from their fundraising efforts, and United Way will chart the path to success in raising funding for 23 agencies and health and human service programs that address critical issues in a 14 county area. The breakfast meeting will be held at 7:30 a.m. at Boys & Girls Town of Missouri (1212 W. Lombard).
The 2008 United Way campaign goal of $3,516,000 was announced at the Kick-Off on August 28. The campaign will officially end in November with a victory celebration at the Doubletree Hotel.
For more information, contact Nicki Donnelson at ndonnelson@uwozarks.com or 417-863-7700.
Add comment October 13, 2008
A Lesson from the Line
I was visiting one of our larger corporate donors today for a United Way campaign meeting, and I was struck by the fact that while the economy is down, it doesn’t effect every industry the same. This is one of those companies where their line workers don’t make a large sum of money annually, but their jobs are stable. The economy doesn’t dictate too much about the supply and demand of their products, and so they’ve set their United Way goal higher than ever before.
During the presentations, employees were interested and appalled at our community’s issues….and they responded the best way they knew how. They were going to fulfill that need. I of course didn’t see their pledge forms, but many were actively filling them out and asking about designations to specific agencies. This was a great indicator that these men and women were donating – and trying to make the most informed decisions possible.
When the economy is shaky, many people decrease or eliminate their charitable giving and save more of their discretionary income. These line workers understood that they are blessed to have stable jobs – even if they won’t ever get rich quick there – and that it doesn’t take a lot to make a big difference.
Add comment October 7, 2008
The Power of Caring. The Power of You. The Power of United Way.
This is our campaign theme at United Way of the Ozarks this year – based upon the idea that each of us has the power to address needs in our community. When we care, we give. And when we give, we have the power to help. When we give to the United Way, we help more people than any one agency could.
In an economy where more middle-class citizens are struggling to pay their own basic bills, it’s obvious that the lower-income families are struggling even more this year than years past. They are in greater need, and the individuals that United Way and other agencies depend upon for donations are also feeling the tighter budgets. If we all give a little, it can help touch the lives of thousands of people. To know how your small donation can make a big impact, click here.
United Way is so grateful for the large donor base, and their commitment to the people of the Ozarks. Remember: you donate, you care, you volunteer. You are the United Way.
Add comment September 3, 2008
United Way Campaign Kick-off Builds Excitement for Impacting Community
United Way Campaign Kick-off Builds Excitement for Impacting Community
United Way of the Ozarks invites the entire community to step up to the plate as they Kick-off the Campaign at Hammons Field Thursday, August 28. Admission is $15, which includes a Bullpen Patio Picnic at 5:30 p.m. and a ticket to the game at 7:10 p.m. During the Kick-off, United Way will celebrate the successful conclusion of the Pacesetter Campaign, as well as announce the campaign theme and goal. The Kick-off is sponsored by Associated Electric Cooperative; Commerce Bank; Cox Health; Great Southern Bank; and Shughart, Thomson & Kilroy.
Cargill presents check to UW
“The campaign is about a lot of people giving. It’s about being part of something bigger than you and giving of yourself,” said John Wilson, president of US Bank and United Way Campaign Chairman. “This is our first Kick-off at the Cardinals Stadium, which adds elements of fun and excitement. We have 250 folks joining us for the Kick-off in support of United Way and its important role in providing health and human services to our friends, neighbors and perhaps even family members right here in southwest Missouri.”
2 comments July 10, 2008
Hello from United Way of the Ozarks!
Here at United Way of the Ozarks, we are winding down from the 2008 campaign and gearing up for another busy year.
- The Allocations process is in full swing for our member agencies.
- We’re setting the stage for “Know Your Mamas: Female Leaders in Philanthropy (FLIP) Celebrate Five Years of Making a Difference,” a symposium celebrating women who make an impact on society–scheduled for June 5!
- Volunteerism is in high gear as over 500 people have already signed up for our 15th annual United Way Day of Caring, scheduled for August 14!
- New plans are in the works to revitalize the campaign for our 14 county region.
- President/CEO Jennifer Kennally will officially take on this new role May 19.
We’d love for you to check in on us and see what’s going on, subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter, see new pictures and volunteer opportunities or to watch for new ways of getting involved. It’s an exciting time at United Way!
Add comment February 26, 2008
