Advocate for 2-1-1
2-1-1 Milestone Reached: 221 House Cosponsors
Thanks to the efforts of many local United and state United Way staff and volunteers, culminating in United Way Day on Capitol Hill on March 17, we now have 221 cosponsors of the Calling for 211 Act (S.211/H.R.211) in the U.S. House of Representatives, which surpasses our goal and represents a majority of House members. A big thank you to Representative Mark Souder and Senator Richard Lugar, who are both cosponsors! Click here S.211 / H.R.211 to learn more about the legislation. The legislation will provide federal money to states starting or enhancing a
It's now time to urge members of Congress to bring the legislation to the floor for a vote. Click here for instructions on contacting your Congressional leaders and thanking them for their support, whilre urging them to bring the legislation to a vote.
Learn United is a community effort to improve the reading skills of children across Allen County. Visit www.learnunited.org for more information, or call 260-469-4030.
Men's Night Out Fundraiser
Bourbon, beer, cigars and dinner at Club Soda on September 13. All proceeds benefit United Way of Allen County. Call or email Robin Holley at robinh@uwacin.org or (260) 422-4776 for more information.
Women United's Power of the Purse Event
A fundraiser to support early childhood literacy efforts in Allen County. The evening will include both live and silent auctions of new, gently used and celebrity-owned designer purses. It is scheduled for September 29 at the Fort Wayne Country Club at 5:30 p.m. Seats are $50/each. If you would like to attend, contact Robin Holley at robinh@uwacin.org or call her at (260) 417-3804.
Senior Health Fair
The 18th Annual Senior Health Fair is set for October 1, 2010. Download the brochure here.
2010 Day of Caring
Day of Caring was a huge success with 1500 volunteers and approximately 9,000 volunteer hours logged! Visit our facebook page to see photos of the great day! Click here to see media coverage.
American Pride Ride
This year's 9th Annual American Pride Ride consists of a Teddy Bear Run to Lutheran Children's Hospital. If you'd like to join Organized Labor for the ride, or purchase a bear for the patients at Lutheran Children's Hospital, contact Vickie Meyers at (260) 422-4776.
Goals for the Common Good
United Way's assessment of community conditions and how to address important community needs. Download report.
FamilyWize
Information about prescription drug cards that could save you money. Learn more.
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