UWBA at 43 Percent of Goal
The United Way of the Bradford Area has made great gains in recent days, announcing today that the organization has to date raised 43% of its $325,000 goal.
“We couldn’t be more excited about this,” says Executive Director Kelly Case.
“When we were going through the figures and updating our system, we knew we had received a substantial amount of pledges in, but were honestly shocked to be able to make such a leap!”
“It’s always inspirational to see the generosity in this community during the United Way campaign,” says Pat Ryan, Futures Rehabilitation Center’s Director of Operations and United Way campaign co-chair. “Even in difficult economic times, people in Bradford respond to help their friends and neighbors in need.”
The organization is continuing this week with presentations at various businesses and organizations, and has begun the follow-up process for some of the divisions that comprise the campaign.
“We will be issuing friendly reminders to the community that they still have the opportunity to contribute to the appeal,” says Assistant Director Mandi Wilton Davis. “We are looking to have the majority of the pledges accounted for by December 15, which is the last day of solicitations.”
“In 94 days, we’ve accomplished a great deal,” says Case, “but, we expect the last 29 days to really showcase the community’s understanding of the United Way and its impact on our friends, family and neighbors.”
If anyone would like more information on the United Way or its funded agencies, or would like to offer support towards campaign 2009, feel free to contact the office.
“We couldn’t be more excited about this,” says Executive Director Kelly Case.
“When we were going through the figures and updating our system, we knew we had received a substantial amount of pledges in, but were honestly shocked to be able to make such a leap!”
“It’s always inspirational to see the generosity in this community during the United Way campaign,” says Pat Ryan, Futures Rehabilitation Center’s Director of Operations and United Way campaign co-chair. “Even in difficult economic times, people in Bradford respond to help their friends and neighbors in need.”
The organization is continuing this week with presentations at various businesses and organizations, and has begun the follow-up process for some of the divisions that comprise the campaign.
“We will be issuing friendly reminders to the community that they still have the opportunity to contribute to the appeal,” says Assistant Director Mandi Wilton Davis. “We are looking to have the majority of the pledges accounted for by December 15, which is the last day of solicitations.”
“In 94 days, we’ve accomplished a great deal,” says Case, “but, we expect the last 29 days to really showcase the community’s understanding of the United Way and its impact on our friends, family and neighbors.”
If anyone would like more information on the United Way or its funded agencies, or would like to offer support towards campaign 2009, feel free to contact the office.
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