United Way of Marion County invested $1,229,970 in community programs and services in 2010. Funding was allocated across four categories: Meeting Survival Needs (28%), Fostering Self-Sufficiency (25%), Strengthening Our Families (20%), and Nurturing Our Children (27%). Major recipients included the Boys & Girls Club, Salvation Army, Marion County Senior Services, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, and the Domestic Violence Prevention Advocacy Project. Funding came from the Community Care Fund and was aimed at addressing the root causes of challenges facing the local community.
It's Your Choice - Your Charity - Your Community!
Because Grappone Automotive Group is New Hampshire's #1 family owned and operated dealership we want to do even more for our community. With help from the Toyota Dealer Match Program we will be giving away over $20,000 + to your favorite local charities and non-profit organizations. That’s right… it’s entirely up to you and your community to decide the winners!
Who Do You Think Should Win?
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This document discusses partnerships between businesses and communities. It focuses on the long-standing partnership between Sears Canada and the Boys and Girls Club of Canada (BGCC). The partnership began in 1965 and has generated over $8.2 million in financial donations for BGCC initiatives. Sears engages stakeholders like customers, employees, communities, suppliers, and shareholders in supporting BGCC through programs, volunteerism, grants, fundraising events, and executive involvement. The partnership is held up as a model for lasting corporate citizenship and community investment.
The Mowgli Foundation launched its inaugural South West mentoring program from January 13-15, 2012, matching 12 mentors with 12 entrepreneurs for at least a year of support. The program aims to inspire, support, and empower entrepreneurs with experienced mentors. Initial feedback was positive, with one mentor praising the "real buzz" and an entrepreneur expressing excitement about the mentorship. Planning is underway for the next program in March 2012.
Claire Cater is the founder of Cater & Co. The Social Kinetic and a senior adviser to the Big Society Network. The document discusses the challenges facing society such as budget cuts, an aging population, and loneliness. It argues that the digital revolution is transforming expectations and potential. The big society agenda aims to empower citizens and engage them in their communities through initiatives like participatory budgeting and social impact bonds. The document advises businesses and organizations to partner with citizens, communities, and third parties to build social capital and address social needs through co-design, understanding, and mutual benefits. It emphasizes engaging and empowering all stakeholders including customers, staff, and the public sector.
The document is an email from The Premier Election Company providing election services to clubs, credit unions, and associations. It mentions music and the sender's name is Noeleen Batley, but provides no other contextual details in the content. The essential information is about the company and services offered but not described in the given text.
A Dialogue With Human Services Advisory GroupsFairfax County
This document discusses working together across human services organizations in Fairfax County to better support residents. It notes the challenges facing the system like changing demographics and funding. It emphasizes the need for collective impact through partnership, prevention strategies, strengthened relationships, and cross-agency collaboration. The goal is to tackle complex social issues and achieve community outcomes through a shared understanding of challenges and collective responsibility.
The Community Health Champions "B-Chilled" project aims to promote safer nightlife in Birmingham through targeted drug and alcohol education. It will provide training to door staff, bar staff, and event promoters. It will also recruit and train volunteers as Community Health Champions to provide information to the public on minimizing risks associated with drug and alcohol use in nightlife settings. The project seeks to better manage drug-related incidents through education and support for nightlife staff and promoters.
It's Your Choice - Your Charity - Your Community!
Because Grappone Automotive Group is New Hampshire's #1 family owned and operated dealership we want to do even more for our community. With help from the Toyota Dealer Match Program we will be giving away over $20,000 + to your favorite local charities and non-profit organizations. That’s right… it’s entirely up to you and your community to decide the winners!
Who Do You Think Should Win?
To Learn More: http://on.fb.me/pQv2Qm
This document discusses partnerships between businesses and communities. It focuses on the long-standing partnership between Sears Canada and the Boys and Girls Club of Canada (BGCC). The partnership began in 1965 and has generated over $8.2 million in financial donations for BGCC initiatives. Sears engages stakeholders like customers, employees, communities, suppliers, and shareholders in supporting BGCC through programs, volunteerism, grants, fundraising events, and executive involvement. The partnership is held up as a model for lasting corporate citizenship and community investment.
The Mowgli Foundation launched its inaugural South West mentoring program from January 13-15, 2012, matching 12 mentors with 12 entrepreneurs for at least a year of support. The program aims to inspire, support, and empower entrepreneurs with experienced mentors. Initial feedback was positive, with one mentor praising the "real buzz" and an entrepreneur expressing excitement about the mentorship. Planning is underway for the next program in March 2012.
Claire Cater is the founder of Cater & Co. The Social Kinetic and a senior adviser to the Big Society Network. The document discusses the challenges facing society such as budget cuts, an aging population, and loneliness. It argues that the digital revolution is transforming expectations and potential. The big society agenda aims to empower citizens and engage them in their communities through initiatives like participatory budgeting and social impact bonds. The document advises businesses and organizations to partner with citizens, communities, and third parties to build social capital and address social needs through co-design, understanding, and mutual benefits. It emphasizes engaging and empowering all stakeholders including customers, staff, and the public sector.
The document is an email from The Premier Election Company providing election services to clubs, credit unions, and associations. It mentions music and the sender's name is Noeleen Batley, but provides no other contextual details in the content. The essential information is about the company and services offered but not described in the given text.
A Dialogue With Human Services Advisory GroupsFairfax County
This document discusses working together across human services organizations in Fairfax County to better support residents. It notes the challenges facing the system like changing demographics and funding. It emphasizes the need for collective impact through partnership, prevention strategies, strengthened relationships, and cross-agency collaboration. The goal is to tackle complex social issues and achieve community outcomes through a shared understanding of challenges and collective responsibility.
The Community Health Champions "B-Chilled" project aims to promote safer nightlife in Birmingham through targeted drug and alcohol education. It will provide training to door staff, bar staff, and event promoters. It will also recruit and train volunteers as Community Health Champions to provide information to the public on minimizing risks associated with drug and alcohol use in nightlife settings. The project seeks to better manage drug-related incidents through education and support for nightlife staff and promoters.
Mother Waddles Car Donation accepts car donations at their location in Detroit, Michigan. They can be reached at (313) 891-4475 and are located at 12330 Joseph Campau St. Donating a car to Mother Waddles provides assistance to those in need.
Natura is a Brazilian cosmetics company with $2.1 billion in annual sales and over 1 million consultants. It has a sustainable supply chain focused on biodiversity and community development. Key aspects include sourcing from over 200 suppliers in Brazil and benefiting over 2,000 families, investing $30 million annually in social responsibility programs, and having carbon neutral operations. Natura's sustainable approach to its supply chain helps drive its success while creating social and environmental value.
Julia Gleason has dedicated over 4,000 volunteer hours to organizations like the Junior League of Pittsburgh and St. Lucy's Auxiliary to the Blind over the past two decades. She has held leadership roles, including president, in these organizations and encourages young women to volunteer. Gleason also volunteers with many other community groups and nonprofit boards.
The document discusses corporate responsibility and CSR. It provides perspectives from economists like Milton Friedman who argued that a corporation's only social responsibility is to increase profits. However, there is a growing expectation for corporations to consider stakeholders beyond just shareholders. The document then discusses Grameenphone's approach to CSR, which focuses on creating shared value through economic, environmental and social actions using their core business of connectivity.
The article discusses why community associations need workers' compensation insurance, even if they don't have direct employees. There are three main exposures: direct employees, uninsured subcontractor employees, and volunteer workers. Associations are legally liable for injuries to these groups. It's recommended to purchase a policy to avoid lawsuits that could force special assessments. The policy also covers volunteers and uninsured subcontractors' employees. Management company employees are covered by the company's policy through a co-employer agreement.
Gift memberships allow you to purchase a membership as a gift for someone else. The recipient will receive an email notification with instructions on how to activate their new membership. Once activated, they can take advantage of all the benefits of being a member for the duration specified with the gift membership.
Delos Partnership provides integrated business leadership consulting services to help clients implement transformational changes to their culture, organization, processes and systems. This includes educating clients on integrated business planning concepts, facilitating task teams for projects, and designing workshops. The document discusses Delos working with Pegler Yorkshire to implement these changes, including creating a common planning process, improving forecasting and reducing stock levels while increasing on-time delivery. As a result, Pegler Yorkshire achieved tangible benefits like 10-20% stock reductions and improved customer service, as well as intangible benefits like coordinated decision making and improved information.
(S) Complete WTE Knowledge and Tools for Management and Analysis - 全面知識及電腦工具介紹Abraham Shu
The document introduces Mr. Abraham Shu as an instructor for waste-to-energy technology, operation, and business training workshops. It provides highlights of his background, including 35 years of experience in waste-to-energy, renewable energy projects in the US, Asia, and Europe. The workshops will provide a comprehensive knowledge package through over 2,000 PowerPoint slides and videos, as well as computerized tools for cost and financial modeling, operation simulation, and waste blending analysis.
Dr Ryan Naylor, from the Melbourne Centre for the Study of Higher Education at The University of Melbourne and NCSEHE Visiting Fellow, presented initial findings from the First Year Experience Survey 2014, a longitudinal study.
The document discusses Western High School's robotics team called Rise of the Warrior Bots and their accomplishments in the First Robotics season. It covers the team members, building their robot, competing in various competitions including Recycle Rush, their sponsors, and making it to the world championship competition.
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems implemented the Predictive Index behavioral assessment tool to improve communication and support future growth. The tool helped the HR department realign roles and resources more effectively by identifying strong job fits based on behavioral styles. Managers were trained to understand team behaviors, improving communication. PI provided objective criteria for staffing decisions and insight into specialist versus generalist roles. It established a common language for discussing behaviors and resolving conflicts. The success of PI led the company to recommend expanding its use across the entire Lacks Enterprises organization.
The document discusses key ideas from the Age of Enlightenment and the foundations of modern geology. It introduces James Hutton, a Scottish farmer who made important observations of rock formations in Scotland. Through these observations, Hutton developed the first modern theory of the Earth, rejecting catastrophism in favor of uniformitarianism. He recognized evidence that geological processes occur gradually over immense periods of time, fundamentally establishing the antiquity of the Earth and landscape.
La privatizacion de la educ argen un largo proceso s vior l rodriguezpuntodocente
Este documento analiza el proceso de privatización de la educación en Argentina a lo largo de la historia. Identifica cuatro etapas de este proceso: 1) La educación privada como un componente residual bajo el control del estado durante el periodo 1853-1947; 2) La consolidación de subsidios estatales a la educación privada entre 1947-1989 que llevó a una mayor provisión privada; 3) La expansión acelerada de la educación privada entre 1976-1989 bajo las dictaduras militares; y 4) La continuidad y profundización de la privatización
This document discusses how businesses can prepare for growth and scaling. It outlines several challenges owners face when wanting to scale, such as lacking an independent strategic view, not having a business or financial plan, and not knowing how to attract and structure talent. The document then provides guidance on developing a strategic vision and plan, organizational design, valuation, funding strategies, operational excellence initiatives, and governance processes to successfully scale a business. Key steps include setting goals, creating attainable plans, strengthening foundational processes, and decentralizing and empowering employees while maintaining central alignment.
This document summarizes key sections of the Companies Act 2013 related to issuing securities. It discusses the three methods public companies can use to issue securities - public issue, rights issue, and private placement. It also discusses prospectus requirements, allotment of shares, sources of corporate finance like securities and company deposits, definitions of various securities, and the regulatory role of SEBI.
The document contains 6 photographs and the observer's analysis of each. In the first photo, women are preparing a meal in the 1920s-1930s. The second shows Hitler interacting with a young blond boy, exemplifying Hitler's idea of a master race. The third depicts African Americans peacefully protesting racial tensions in the 1950s-1960s, while police try to control the situation with dogs. The fourth shows Lady Liberty hanging a man, possibly representing challenges for black people in America. The fifth portrays a family viewing the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing the American Dream. The sixth photo appears to show immigrants being inspected at Ellis Island.
El documento describe cómo las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC) han transformado los entornos educativos al permitir la creación de comunidades virtuales de aprendizaje (CVA). Estas CVA fomentan el aprendizaje colaborativo mediante la interacción entre estudiantes que comparten objetivos de aprendizaje y construyen conocimiento de forma conjunta utilizando recursos tecnológicos. El aprendizaje colaborativo en ambientes virtuales (ACAV) se define como un espacio donde los estudiantes interactúan
The document defines 12 words: social, exchange, excess, reinforce, storage, transport, chamber, scarce, obstacle, transfer. It provides the definition and examples of usage for each word. It also lists their different forms such as different tenses and plural/singular versions.
This deed of release is between two companies, Party 1 and Party 2, who had previously entered into an agreement. Party 2 has asked Party 1 to make the final payment under the agreement. In return, Party 2 provides warranties and releases Party 1 from any claims related to their agreement. Specifically, Party 2 warrants that it has paid all third parties, made all claims under the agreement, and lists the final payment amount. Party 2 then releases Party 1 from any current or future claims regarding their agreement. The release can be used by Party 1 as a defense against any proceedings brought by Party 2 related to their agreement. Party 2 acknowledges entering into the release voluntarily.
The United Way of Otero County aims to increase people's organized capacity to care for one another. It supports 16 local programs focused on families, health, seniors and youth. These programs provide services like senior care, youth programs, counseling and shelter. The United Way's goal for its 2009-2010 fundraising campaign is to meet or exceed $250,000 in donations to support these important community programs and agencies.
Mother Waddles Car Donation accepts car donations at their location in Detroit, Michigan. They can be reached at (313) 891-4475 and are located at 12330 Joseph Campau St. Donating a car to Mother Waddles provides assistance to those in need.
Natura is a Brazilian cosmetics company with $2.1 billion in annual sales and over 1 million consultants. It has a sustainable supply chain focused on biodiversity and community development. Key aspects include sourcing from over 200 suppliers in Brazil and benefiting over 2,000 families, investing $30 million annually in social responsibility programs, and having carbon neutral operations. Natura's sustainable approach to its supply chain helps drive its success while creating social and environmental value.
Julia Gleason has dedicated over 4,000 volunteer hours to organizations like the Junior League of Pittsburgh and St. Lucy's Auxiliary to the Blind over the past two decades. She has held leadership roles, including president, in these organizations and encourages young women to volunteer. Gleason also volunteers with many other community groups and nonprofit boards.
The document discusses corporate responsibility and CSR. It provides perspectives from economists like Milton Friedman who argued that a corporation's only social responsibility is to increase profits. However, there is a growing expectation for corporations to consider stakeholders beyond just shareholders. The document then discusses Grameenphone's approach to CSR, which focuses on creating shared value through economic, environmental and social actions using their core business of connectivity.
The article discusses why community associations need workers' compensation insurance, even if they don't have direct employees. There are three main exposures: direct employees, uninsured subcontractor employees, and volunteer workers. Associations are legally liable for injuries to these groups. It's recommended to purchase a policy to avoid lawsuits that could force special assessments. The policy also covers volunteers and uninsured subcontractors' employees. Management company employees are covered by the company's policy through a co-employer agreement.
Gift memberships allow you to purchase a membership as a gift for someone else. The recipient will receive an email notification with instructions on how to activate their new membership. Once activated, they can take advantage of all the benefits of being a member for the duration specified with the gift membership.
Delos Partnership provides integrated business leadership consulting services to help clients implement transformational changes to their culture, organization, processes and systems. This includes educating clients on integrated business planning concepts, facilitating task teams for projects, and designing workshops. The document discusses Delos working with Pegler Yorkshire to implement these changes, including creating a common planning process, improving forecasting and reducing stock levels while increasing on-time delivery. As a result, Pegler Yorkshire achieved tangible benefits like 10-20% stock reductions and improved customer service, as well as intangible benefits like coordinated decision making and improved information.
(S) Complete WTE Knowledge and Tools for Management and Analysis - 全面知識及電腦工具介紹Abraham Shu
The document introduces Mr. Abraham Shu as an instructor for waste-to-energy technology, operation, and business training workshops. It provides highlights of his background, including 35 years of experience in waste-to-energy, renewable energy projects in the US, Asia, and Europe. The workshops will provide a comprehensive knowledge package through over 2,000 PowerPoint slides and videos, as well as computerized tools for cost and financial modeling, operation simulation, and waste blending analysis.
Dr Ryan Naylor, from the Melbourne Centre for the Study of Higher Education at The University of Melbourne and NCSEHE Visiting Fellow, presented initial findings from the First Year Experience Survey 2014, a longitudinal study.
The document discusses Western High School's robotics team called Rise of the Warrior Bots and their accomplishments in the First Robotics season. It covers the team members, building their robot, competing in various competitions including Recycle Rush, their sponsors, and making it to the world championship competition.
Lacks Wheel Trim Systems implemented the Predictive Index behavioral assessment tool to improve communication and support future growth. The tool helped the HR department realign roles and resources more effectively by identifying strong job fits based on behavioral styles. Managers were trained to understand team behaviors, improving communication. PI provided objective criteria for staffing decisions and insight into specialist versus generalist roles. It established a common language for discussing behaviors and resolving conflicts. The success of PI led the company to recommend expanding its use across the entire Lacks Enterprises organization.
The document discusses key ideas from the Age of Enlightenment and the foundations of modern geology. It introduces James Hutton, a Scottish farmer who made important observations of rock formations in Scotland. Through these observations, Hutton developed the first modern theory of the Earth, rejecting catastrophism in favor of uniformitarianism. He recognized evidence that geological processes occur gradually over immense periods of time, fundamentally establishing the antiquity of the Earth and landscape.
La privatizacion de la educ argen un largo proceso s vior l rodriguezpuntodocente
Este documento analiza el proceso de privatización de la educación en Argentina a lo largo de la historia. Identifica cuatro etapas de este proceso: 1) La educación privada como un componente residual bajo el control del estado durante el periodo 1853-1947; 2) La consolidación de subsidios estatales a la educación privada entre 1947-1989 que llevó a una mayor provisión privada; 3) La expansión acelerada de la educación privada entre 1976-1989 bajo las dictaduras militares; y 4) La continuidad y profundización de la privatización
This document discusses how businesses can prepare for growth and scaling. It outlines several challenges owners face when wanting to scale, such as lacking an independent strategic view, not having a business or financial plan, and not knowing how to attract and structure talent. The document then provides guidance on developing a strategic vision and plan, organizational design, valuation, funding strategies, operational excellence initiatives, and governance processes to successfully scale a business. Key steps include setting goals, creating attainable plans, strengthening foundational processes, and decentralizing and empowering employees while maintaining central alignment.
This document summarizes key sections of the Companies Act 2013 related to issuing securities. It discusses the three methods public companies can use to issue securities - public issue, rights issue, and private placement. It also discusses prospectus requirements, allotment of shares, sources of corporate finance like securities and company deposits, definitions of various securities, and the regulatory role of SEBI.
The document contains 6 photographs and the observer's analysis of each. In the first photo, women are preparing a meal in the 1920s-1930s. The second shows Hitler interacting with a young blond boy, exemplifying Hitler's idea of a master race. The third depicts African Americans peacefully protesting racial tensions in the 1950s-1960s, while police try to control the situation with dogs. The fourth shows Lady Liberty hanging a man, possibly representing challenges for black people in America. The fifth portrays a family viewing the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing the American Dream. The sixth photo appears to show immigrants being inspected at Ellis Island.
El documento describe cómo las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC) han transformado los entornos educativos al permitir la creación de comunidades virtuales de aprendizaje (CVA). Estas CVA fomentan el aprendizaje colaborativo mediante la interacción entre estudiantes que comparten objetivos de aprendizaje y construyen conocimiento de forma conjunta utilizando recursos tecnológicos. El aprendizaje colaborativo en ambientes virtuales (ACAV) se define como un espacio donde los estudiantes interactúan
The document defines 12 words: social, exchange, excess, reinforce, storage, transport, chamber, scarce, obstacle, transfer. It provides the definition and examples of usage for each word. It also lists their different forms such as different tenses and plural/singular versions.
This deed of release is between two companies, Party 1 and Party 2, who had previously entered into an agreement. Party 2 has asked Party 1 to make the final payment under the agreement. In return, Party 2 provides warranties and releases Party 1 from any claims related to their agreement. Specifically, Party 2 warrants that it has paid all third parties, made all claims under the agreement, and lists the final payment amount. Party 2 then releases Party 1 from any current or future claims regarding their agreement. The release can be used by Party 1 as a defense against any proceedings brought by Party 2 related to their agreement. Party 2 acknowledges entering into the release voluntarily.
The United Way of Otero County aims to increase people's organized capacity to care for one another. It supports 16 local programs focused on families, health, seniors and youth. These programs provide services like senior care, youth programs, counseling and shelter. The United Way's goal for its 2009-2010 fundraising campaign is to meet or exceed $250,000 in donations to support these important community programs and agencies.
The Center for Grieving Children provides peer support groups and other services to help grieving children, families, and the community. It is dedicated to supporting families during difficult times of loss. Over 125 volunteers facilitate various activities each week. Volunteer opportunities include leading peer support groups, office work, fundraising events, and serving on committees or the board of directors. Donations are needed to fund the Center's free programs and services for grieving individuals.
LIFE ElderCare provides services like meals, transportation, exercise programs and companionship to help seniors in Fremont, Newark and Union City age in place safely and independently; they served over 102,000 meals and provided thousands of hours of volunteer support last year; the annual report highlights the story of a client named Esther who was able to continue living at home because of the services LIFE ElderCare provided.
United Way of Genesee County funds over 50 programs through more than 30 partner organizations that provide services in basic needs, older adults, strengthening families, child and youth development, and systems change. It invests over $6 million annually in these community programs and services. Donations to United Way stay local and support important initiatives like housing assistance, tax preparation help, attendance court, bone marrow registration, and more to help those in need.
United Way of Genesee County funds over 50 programs that provide services in basic needs, older adults, strengthening families, child and youth development, and systems change. It invests over $6 million in these community programs and services each year. Donating to United Way ensures your money stays local and supports important services like housing assistance, senior services, family support, mentoring, and more. United Way also coordinates various community initiatives and brings partners together to address local needs.
The Alliance for Jewish Education serves as the central address for Jewish education and identity development in the community. Its mission is to ensure the highest quality Jewish education and identity formation services to the largest number of people throughout their lives. In 2012-2013, the Alliance had a budget of $2.27 million and directly served over 9,000 students, teachers, and families through programs in areas including adult Jewish education, Jewish experiences for families, special needs education, and more. There is a recognized need for innovation in Jewish education to engage more people as the Jewish community and world are changing.
A presentation (PowerPoint) on nonprofit capital campaigns for arts organizations, given at a November 2008 workshop offered jointly by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Nonprofit Finance Fund.
HUB is a social enterprise that partners with non-profits and for-benefit organizations to provide humanitarian aid and empowerment programs. It operates an online marketplace where artisans can sell their goods, and customers can purchase items that support causes. HUB's model aims to replace donations with recurring monthly purchases that fund humanitarian programs and provide income to members who enroll others. Members can earn bonuses and build a team to exponentially increase their income and impact over time.
The Atlanta Children's Shelter provides services to stabilize homeless families with young children, including early childcare, case management, life skills workshops, employment assistance, and housing resettlement. It is mostly funded through private donations, with 92% of revenue coming from private sources and only 8% from government. The Country Club of the South Charity Guild has provided substantial funding to the shelter over the years to help support its mission of guiding families to independence.
The document discusses the importance of partnerships in building human capital in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It outlines several key partnerships between organizations that provide health care, housing, economic development, child welfare, legal advocacy, workforce development, financial education, food assistance, and other social services. These partnerships help create a safety net for residents and collaborate to address poverty, access to services, and developing the local workforce.
The Uhlich Children's Advantage Network is projecting a $3.1 million increase in total revenue for FY2008 compared to FY2007 forecasts. Major drivers include rate increases and expanded census for residential, transitional teen, and foster parenting programs. Expenses are projected to decrease by $297,000 due to reductions for CHA housing, residential, and teen parenting programs, offset by increases for transitional teen and foster parenting programs. Other income sources like foundation grants and investments are expected to remain stable. Key risks to the budget include missing census targets and reductions in state funding.
The document summarizes ways that donations to the local YMCA can help strengthen the community. A $50 donation lets a child participate in sports programs, $100 supports afterschool programs, and $250 helps at-risk teens. Donations also allow children to attend camp or receive counseling for families in crisis. The YMCA aims to ensure all people, regardless of background, can learn and grow through programs supporting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It is requesting $1 million in donations to provide more children and families with membership assistance and new community outreach initiatives.
This document provides an overview of financial planning for individuals with disabilities. It discusses the challenges of poverty and lack of income among those with disabilities. It then outlines four steps to achieving financial self-determination: discovery, planning, resource development, and long-term advocacy strategies. Specific strategies are proposed under each step, such as setting goals, assessing needs and resources, exploring public programs and private funding options, and planning for succession. Examples are given of the types of supports currently used by one individual and the funding sources for each.
This document provides information on various social service agencies in Columbiana County, Ohio that receive funding from the United Way Services of Northern Columbiana County. It lists 17 agencies, including their addresses, contact information, and brief descriptions of the services they provide. These agencies offer services like healthcare, counseling, youth programs, assistance for seniors and families in need, and more. The document also provides a total campaign amount of $244,000 that will be distributed among the agencies.
This document summarizes various community programs and organizations on Long Island that support children, families, veterans, and seniors. It mentions programs focused on early childhood education, after-school programs, youth advocacy, job training, housing assistance, counseling services, and more. Many local businesses, non-profits, and volunteers are recognized for investing in these important initiatives and strengthening the community.
The document provides an overview of the JWB FY 12/13 budget, including major sources of revenue, budget elements, and investments. The largest source of revenue is ad valorem taxes at 68% of all funds. The budget is divided among programs to Learn and Succeed ($19.6M), be Stable and Nurturing ($19.2M), and stay Safe and Supportive ($4.6M). Major investments include school readiness, out of school time programs, family services, mental health services, and neighborhood family centers. Administration accounts for 8.2% of the total budget.
The document summarizes the Girls on the Run curriculum and program. It discusses that the 10-week curriculum for 3rd through 8th grade girls focuses on unique identity, decision making, and community responsibility. It has reached over 350,000 girls through fun and experience-based lessons integrating running. The program aims to empower girls and help them pursue their limitless potential without limits or constraints. It has experienced significant growth in participating girls and volunteers since starting in 2007 in Mid Michigan.
The document summarizes the Smile Together Partnership program run by Work Together Foundation. The program supports social enterprises in 4 villages across Cambodia, Philippines, and Laos that aim to alleviate child poverty. Projects include opening cafes, beauty schools, sewing centers, and an elementary school. These enterprises provide jobs, skills training, and financial support for over 740 children and families over one year. The program evaluates projects based on their social goals and sustainability. Work Together Foundation seeks to address child poverty through sustainable employment rather than direct aid.
The United Way of Marion County is hosting free personal budgeting workshops for adults and children on June 19, 2010. The workshops for adults will cover creating a household budget, saving money, banking options, understanding credit reports, and managing credit. The workshops will also include fun money-smart activities for children of all ages. Lunch will be provided and interested individuals can register by calling or emailing Krista Martin by June 17th.
The document describes the United Way's Youth United Way program, which aims to develop leadership skills in local youth and involve them in community change efforts. As part of the program, juniors and seniors in high school can serve as volunteers and leaders, participating in meetings, fundraisers, volunteer projects, and helping to allocate funds. The deadline to apply for the 2010-2011 school year is May 7, 2010. Applicants must be entering their junior year with a GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrate responsibility and motivation to make a difference in their community.
This document summarizes activities of the Young Leaders Society (YLS) affiliated with the United Way of Marion County. It recognizes Lisa Rice as the Young Leader of the Year for her dedication to YLS and community impact. It announces upcoming YLS events, including a steering committee meeting and breakfast with leaders series featuring a talk by Admiral Tim Wright on the work of the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. It also provides information on free tax preparation services and an upcoming food drive to benefit local pantries.
United Way Young Leaders Society empowers young professionals in their 20s and 30s to become leaders in their community through networking, volunteering, and social and professional development opportunities. As members, they are committed to making a positive impact through community service projects, leadership workshops, and networking events. The Young Leaders have the power to create real change in Marion County and membership is open to individuals under 40 who donate at least $250 annually to United Way.
The Youth United Way mission is to expand leadership qualities in students through volunteering, fundraising, and involvement with United Way initiatives. Students develop leadership skills by electing officers, participating in meetings, coordinating fundraisers, and being involved in allocation decisions. Youth United Way students volunteer with the United Way campaign and community service projects with other nonprofits.
The document describes the United Way's Youth United Way program, which aims to develop leadership skills in local youth and involve them in community change efforts. As part of the program, juniors and seniors in high school can volunteer and serve as leaders, participating in meetings, fundraisers, and other initiatives. The deadline to apply for the 2010-2011 school year is May 7, 2010. Applicants must be entering their junior year with a GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrate responsibility and motivation to make a difference in their community.
1. 2010 INVESTMENTS
IN OUR COMMUNITY
American Red Cross $9,653 Girl Scouts of West Central Florida $15,327
Disaster Relief Assistance: Home Fires Building Girls of Courage
Confidence & Character
Annie Johnson Senior Service Center $30,188
Food Program Hands of Mercy Everywhere $22,237
United Way is working to advance the common good by focusing on the root causes of the challenges that we
Housing & Utility Deferment TAME Transmitting A Meaningful Education
are facing right here in our community. The issues facing our neighbors in Marion County are increasingly TUMS Teen Unwed Mothers Support
complex. A coordinated, community-wide approach is required in these changing times. United Way’s ARC Marion $76,348
Allocations Committee is comprised of local, trained, committed volunteers who thoroughly review every Adult Day Training Marion County Children’s Advocacy Center $58,005
Supported Independent Living Child Victim Clinical
program for appropriate use of funds, financial stability and measurable results.
Allocations were divided into the following categories: Meeting Survival Needs, Fostering Self-Sufficiency, Arnette House $66,380 Marion County Children’s Alliance $69,443
Non-Residential Family Counseling Afterschool Academy (Ocala National Forest)
Strengthening Our Families and Nurturing Our Children.
Transitional Living
The Community Care Fund is United Way of Marion County’s premier community investment program. Through Marion County Literacy Council $15,594
Boy Scouts—North Florida Council $16,368 Reading GED and English for Adults
the Community Care Fund, combined resources support comprehensive solutions. The following investments in
Instilling Core Values
Marion County are made possible from the 2009 Community Campaign support: Marion County Senior Services $143,081
Boys & Girls Club $109,389 Meals on Wheels
Path to Success Volunteer in Home Services
28% Project Learn
2010 INVESTMENTS IN THE COMMUNITY Triple Play Sports, Fitness & Recreation Pace Center For Girls
Peer Counseling
$30,589
25%
Meeting Survival Needs and Basic Skills Brothers Keeper $25,174
20% Helping Homeless Families Move into Homes Salvation Army $109,935
Fostering Self-Sufficiency Rental Assistance Feeding Program
Shelter Program
Strengthening Our Families 27%
Children’s Home Society $18,573
Nurturing Our Children Family Visitation Center of Ocala Shepherd’s Lighthouse $14,883
Healthy Families Marion Direct Services
Citrus Hearing Impaired Program Services $2,524 Total allocation per agency include Community Care Fund and donor
designated dollars.
Hearing Aid & Assistive Devices
In addition to the above funds, United Way of Marion County also invests
resources into the following community services:
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida $15,862
2010 ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE Domestic Violence Prevention Advocacy Project
» Consumer Credit Counseling (now GreenPath, an affiliate agency)
» Success By 6, an early childhood initiative, in partnership with the
Early Learning Coalition of Marion County
Jim Alsobrook Joan Croye Linda Kamholtz Jean Morris Jim Spector Community of Gratitude $21,963 » 2-1-1, a free 24-hour information and referral service for Marion County
Emergency Food Center–Lake Weir Area residents, in partnership with the Heart of Florida United Way
Brian Baker Don Darley Jennifer Kintzele Michael Morris Toni Stevenson
Additional funding that is invested in the community includes:
Nick Blaser Linda Dexter John Klopfenstein Yvonne Moyer Michael Tomich Devereux Florida $5,012 » $259,000 from FEMA to programs that focus on emergency food and shelter
Lori Boring Raymond Dunleavy Maria Kusmierz Rosemarie Oliveros Harvey Vandeven The Voice » $444,000 in Earned Income Tax Credit to 170 families
» Through our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program: More than 1,000
Joanne Bowman Dwight Edmond Barbara King Jane Potter John Vanhoose
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Center $131,135 families were assisted, of which, 827 tax returns were completed bringing
Kathryn Bowen Steve Elder Connie Larsen Cash Pealer Julie Wands Children’s Program $1,229,970 into Marion County for families
Domestic Violence Shelter » $157,161 to 17 programs focused on homeless school aged children from
Lori Bright Lois Ellis Jeff Lawson Amy Reed Pittman Wallace Watford United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council—Women of Worth and United
Domestic Violence Intervention Way’s Endowment Fund
T.J. Bright Jennifer Elliott Steven Lee Karen Reed JoAnn Williams
Basil Bristow Tom Falanga Clay Lehman John Renyhart Virginia Wilson Early Learning Coalition of Marion County $71,930
Early Learning Program
Vickie Brown Mary Getsee Jacquelin Lenz Gail Remogna Mary Woods United Way
Grace Bynum Michael Greiner Judy Lowther Burnadine Rich of Marion County
Fifth Circuit Public Guardian $20,391
Lori Catto Gen. Pat Howard Carmen Maines Ted Schatt Marion County Public Guardian Program
Gilda Crocker Richard Houghton Donna McPhillips Rita Seymore 1401 NE 2nd St., Ocala, FL 34470
Florida Camp for Children & Youth With Diabetes $6,524
Carol Croskey Ler Verne Jacobs Linda Meyer Jeff Shealy
Diabetes Summer Camp
352-732-9696 www.uwmc.org