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United Way of Greater Greensboro Raises $11.1 Million for Community Impact

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(Greensboro, NC – April 14, 2015) – “Greensboro citizens have made their voices heard through their generosity and compassion for this community,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “We hear you loud and clear: We are kicking poverty out.”

 
United Way of Greater Greensboro is on a long-term journey to create positive community impact by breaking the cycle of poverty in Greensboro. It closed its 2014-15 campaign on March 31, 2015 and is proud to announce its campaign total of $11,100,000 million, marking the second year in a row of an increasing campaign for the organization. United Way campaign funds are invested locally in Greater Greensboro to support high-quality human service programs and initiatives targeted towards children, adults, and families.
“Increasing rates of poverty, financial instability in our families, barriers to success for our young people—these are real challenges we face,” says Gethers-Clark. “When we combine our resources, time and talent, we have the power to direct the future of Greensboro.    More than $11 million is proof that Greensboro believes in a bright future.”
 
With the combined power of caring citizens, thoughtful community partnerships, and corporate support, United Way of Greater Greensboro has served the community for 93 years with the goal of improving the quality of life.
 “When we began this campaign, we set out with the intent to engage new corporate leaders and donors in the critical work of United Way,” says Jason Bohrer, 2014-15 United Way of Greater Greensboro campaign chairperson and president and partner at management consulting firm Newbold Advisors.  “We are thankful to all those who answered our call, who opened their door to us to hear the new story of United Way, and who made a commitment to invest in this great community.”
United Way brings a high level of due diligence, responsibility and community voice to its work. When United Way invests in vital human services throughout Greater Greensboro, it is working to advance partnering programs and initiatives toward success. When it leverages the power of community volunteers and advocates, it is fostering strong community leaders.
2014-15 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN HIGHLIGHTS
 
More than 500 organizations participated in and more than 15,000 individuals donated to this year’s United Way campaign. More than 1,400 donors gave at a leadership level of $1,000 or more to support United Way’s work in Greater Greensboro.
2014 Spirit of North Carolina Awards
The Spirit of North Carolina Awards for Campaign Excellence, sponsored by the United Way of North Carolina, recognizes outstanding commitment and support to North Carolina communities through local United Way involvement. Organizations and companies were judged on criteria including leadership giving, volunteerism, employee participation and giving levels, year-round education, corporate support, incentive programs, and campaign rallies just to name a few. In Greensboro, we are honored to celebrate several Spirit of North Carolina award recipients who go above and beyond to support their community.
–       City of Greensboro and Guilford County
–       E.P. Pearce Elementary School
–       Guilford County Human Resources Department
–       Guilford County Schools
–       VF Corporation
United Way Launched its First Family Success Center United Way of Greater Greensboro, with its lead partner Guilford Child Development, is driving the effort to implement Greensboro’s first Family Success Center to provide solutions that reduce poverty in Greensboro neighborhoods. The Family Success Center will begin as an 18-month pilot in zip code 27406 that will offer integrated, place-based services to help meet the needs of the entire family with the goal that each family enters the path toward self-sufficiency.  The new system views the family as a unit and plans to serve every member of the household. The primary features of the system include family engagement, client input, testing and learning, and increasing flexible access to services. The ultimate goals are to increase per capita income for low-income neighborhoods, improve community health, and enhance school readiness (which will help ensure children graduate from high school). During the next 36 months, United Way will launch additional Family Success Centers in at least three other zip codes in Greensboro.Visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org for all upcoming events, news, and opportunities to give, advocate and volunteer.# # #

LIVE UNITED

United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

United Way of Greater Greensboro, Guilford Child Development Partner To Break Cycle of Poverty

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NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

CONTACT
Dana Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
(p) 336-378-6617
(e) dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org

Pilot Family Success Center For Neighborhoods in 27406 

(Greensboro, NC – March 9, 2015) — United Way of Greater Greensboro, with its lead partner Guilford Child Development, is driving the effort to implement Greensboro’s first Family Success Center to provide solutions that reduce poverty in Greensboro neighborhoods.

“Job placement and achieving family financial stability for low income families, the major objectives of the Family Success Center, may represent the two most difficult challenges in the field of health and human services,” says Robin Britt, Executive Director of Guilford Child Development. “Our goal is to achieve ‘systems change’ by collaborating with a broad array of agencies to align services, by removing barriers, and by empowering families to make progress toward self sufficiency.”

The Family Success Center pilot follows United Way of Greater Greensboro’s announcement that it will focus its work on breaking the cycle of poverty for the next decade and more. Guilford Child Development was chosen as the lead partner for Family Success Center for its expertise in helping children and families reach their full potential. Guilford Child Development operates Head Start programs that serve children ages zero to five and enhance early child development while assisting families create the strong educational foundation necessary to be successful in school and in life. By federal definition Head Start participants fall at or under 100% of the family federal poverty line ($24,250 for a family of four). Greensboro currently struggles with a 20% poverty rate, a number that has seen steady increase since 2008.

“Greensboro has great human service organizations currently addressing issues related to poverty,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “Our intention is to create a new system of collaboration between nonprofit, government and businesses that works together to provide solutions for all members of a family. The system will deliver wrap around services that embrace new ideas for/from clients and implement known human service techniques that work. Members of the neighborhood pilot will be accountable for their success that leads to financial independence. When people feel successful, the community is successful.”

The Family Success Center will begin as an 18-month pilot in zip code 27406 that will offer integrated, place-based services to help meet the needs of the entire family with the goal that each family enters the path toward self-sufficiency. The new system views the family as a unit and plans to serve every member of the household. The primary features of the system include family engagement, client input, testing and learning, and increasing flexible access to services. The ultimate goals are to increase per capita income for low-income neighborhoods, improve community health, and enhance school readiness (which will help ensure children graduate from high school). During the next 36 months, United Way of Greater Greensboro will lead the development of Family Success Centers in at least three other zip codes in Greensboro.

Families currently enrolled in Guilford Child Development programs in zip code 27406 are being given the opportunity to opt-in to the pilot. Up to 100 families will work through the 18-month pilot to develop their own self-sufficiency plan which will be supported through workshops, trainings, and individual coaching sessions.

“Integrated servicing is not a new concept, but it’s new to Greensboro in this form,” says Frank McCain, vice president of community investment and impact at United Way of Greater Greensboro. “After benchmarking similar programs from San Francisco to Chicago and even neighboring Winston-Salem, we know this type of deep collaboration is a monumental change to how we have previously addressed poverty in Greensboro; a change in the right direction.”

The Family Success Center will officially kick-off on Thursday, March 26 where more than a dozen additional community partners will be announced.

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United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

Spirit of North Carolina Award Recipients Announced by United Way of North Carolina, Greensboro Celebrates Five Honorees

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(Greensboro, NC – February 19, 2015) – On an annual basis, United Way of North Carolina recognizes and awards extraordinary companies and organizations that have demonstrated commitment and support to their community through partnerships and engagement with local United Ways. This year, United Way of Greater Greensboro is thrilled to recognize five recipients of this prestigious award in our area.

VF Corporation
Outstanding Business Campaign 1001-1500 Employees
Guilford County Human Resources Department
Outstanding City/County Municipality up to 50 Employees
City of Greensboro and Guilford County Employee Campaign
Outstanding City/County Municipality 5001+ Employees
E.P. Pearce Elementary School
Outstanding School Campaign 51-100 Employees
Guilford County Schools
Outstanding School Campaigns 5001+ Employees

“It is through the generosity and compassion expressed by our donors and volunteers that we are able to impact lives,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO at United Way of Greater Greensboro. “The organizations we honor with Spirit of North Carolina awards have made a stand as philanthropic leaders in Greensboro and are shining examples of the power of love for mankind.”

It’s more than just about the dollars raised to support initiatives and programs that affect community change, it’s working together to tackle the hard issues communities face and build long-term solutions.

Businesses, professional and non-profit organizations, governmental entities, healthcare and educational institutions – large and small – are nominated to receive this award because they are champions of change, raise their voice to find the good in the community, volunteer their time and expertise, and invest resources. Hats off to all nominees and winners.

A team of 20 United Way leaders from across the state judged 75 outstanding applications with 42 selected as winners. Seven Standards of Excellence are the criteria on which applications are judged, some of which include volunteer culture, partnership with community to raise awareness of needs and foster a spirit of giving, leadership involvement, and campaign coordination. Awards were presented to the winning companies during the United Way of North Carolina’s Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 13, 2015 in Pinehurst, North Carolina.

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United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

United Way of Greater Greensboro, Community Partners Offer Free Tax Preparation in Greater Greensboro

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(Greensboro, NC – February 10, 2015) – It’s tax season and there is a lot to know. United Way of Greater Greensboro is helping individuals and families access free tax preparation services available in our community to keep and grow their money.
“Our community’s free tax preparation services will help many families get Earned Income Tax Credit and the maximum refund they’re due,” says Frank McCain, vice president of community investment and impact at United Way of Greater Greensboro. “This is money they can save or use to pay off bills, help buy that car to get to work or contribute to a down payment on a home.”
FREE TAX ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE IN GREENSBORO

If your household earned $60,000 or less in 2014, you qualify for free tax preparation. United Way has partnered with many local organizations to provide free tax preparation services for low- to moderate-income households in the Greater Greensboro area.
There are TWO KINDS of free tax assistance.
1. In-person Tax Preparation and Filing: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) offers IRS-trained volunteers to prepare taxes for people with a household income of $53,000 or less in 2014.
See the list of VITA locations and times in Greater Greensboro.
Taxpayers should bring to their appointment:
a. Any tax documents such as forms W-2, 1099, or 1098.
b. Social Security cards or ITIN letters for ALL persons on your tax return. If you don’t have the original Social Security card available, a photocopy of the card is acceptable, or an official government letter with proof of the Social Security number for the individual. The volunteer must see the document. You cannot just tell them the number from memory–no exceptions.
c. Picture ID (such as valid driver’s license) for you and, if you are filing jointly with your spouse, a photo ID for your spouse as well.
d. For direct deposit of your refund, you must have proof of financial institution information (like a blank check).
e. Not required but a good idea is to have a copy of your previous year tax return.
2. Online Tax Preparation: Individuals in households earning up to $60,000 can file their returns for themselves online at www.MyFreeTaxes.com, provided by H&R Block in cooperation with the Walmart Foundation, Goodwill Industries International, National Disability Institute, and United Way Worldwide. Taxpayers filing online have access to tax law experts through online chat or a toll-free phone number. This is a good option for people who have relatively simple returns, confidence in using the Internet, and a desire to be able to file their own taxes independently.
UNITED WAY’S FAMILY ECONOMIC SUCCESS DAY – Friday, February 27
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United Way and BB&T have teamed up to offer free in-person tax preparation services, financial management workshops, and free credit reports. Learn more at www.unitedwaygso.org

EITC COULD MEAN MORE MONEY IN THE BANK.
The IRS estimates that one in five eligible workers do not get the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) they have earned. United Way wants everyone who is eligible for the credit to receive it. If you earned less than $52,427 from wages or running a business or farm, see if you qualify for EITC.

EITC is designed to “make work pay,” by supplementing eligible workers’ earnings with additional income. The amount of the credit varies depending on filing status, the number of qualifying children, if any, and the amount of earnings. This money not only helps workers and their families, but the communities in which they live. On average, EITC adds $2,400 to working families’ refunds. Receive general guidance about EITC by calling MyFreeTaxes at 1-855-MY-TX-HELP (1-855-698-9435).
The 2015 Greater Greensboro Free Tax Prep Coalition includes: BB&T Bank, City of Greensboro, Greensboro Housing Authority, Guilford Child Development, Housing Consultants Group, Internal Revenue Service – Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communication (SPEC), Jamestown Public Library, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, North Carolina A&T State University, Piedmont Health Services and Sickle Cell Agency, Senior Resources of Guilford, Shepherd’s Center, The Arc of Greensboro, The Volunteer Center of Greensboro, True Salvation Outreach Ministry, United Way of Greater Greensboro, and YWCA of Greensboro.
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United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

City of Greensboro accepts White House challenge, partners with United Way of Greater Greensboro to improve outcomes for young people

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(Greensboro, NC – January 28, 2015) — The City of Greensboro has proudly accepted the My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Community Challenge launched by President Obama in 2014. The MBK initiative aims to improve life outcomes for all young people, including boys and young men of color, and to ensure that all youth can achieve their full potential, regardless of the circumstances into which they are born.

“This program provides a foundation to use to make a positive difference in the lives of young people in our community,” says Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan. “We need to ensure that young people in Greensboro are cared for, loved, and encouraged so that they can grow up to live successful lives and continue to make our city special, diverse, and vibrant.”

The initiative aims to bring together government, law enforcement, business, non-profit, philanthropic, faith, and community leaders around shared goals for young people in this country. Mayors, Tribal leaders, town and county executives are encouraged to build and execute comprehensive strategies that ensure:

All children enter school cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally prepared;
All children read at grade level by third grade;
All young people graduate from high school;
All young people complete post-secondary education or training;
All youth out of school are employed; and
All young people are safe from violent crime.

The City of Greensboro will partner with United Way of Greater Greensboro to build and execute a plan to implement coherent cradle-to-college-and-career strategies aimed at improving life outcomes for all young people, consistent with the goals and recommendations of the White House’s MBK Task Force’s May, 2014 report.

“Too many young people right here in Greensboro lack sufficient support to succeed in school and in life,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “As a result, we see increased high school drop-out rates and increased rates of poverty in these young people. Each of us has the power to truly impact the future for these kids by simply being a caring adult in their life.”

Individuals interested in getting involved with My Brother’s Keeper are encouraged to sign up as mentors in their communities. Individuals can find mentoring opportunities through United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Mentoring Matters Initiative at www.UnitedWayGSO.org/mentor. Mentoring opportunities throughout the country can be found at WH.gov/mybrotherskeeper.

United Way of Greater Greensboro currently supports and operates programs and initiatives that work to improve educational success outcomes for children and families in our community including Thriving at 3 and Mentoring Matters.

Greensboro joins nearly 140 other MBK communities and tribal nations across the country including Durham, N.C.

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About the City of Greensboro

The City works with the community to improve the quality of life for residents through inclusion, diversity, and trust. As the seventh largest employer in Greensboro, the City has a professional staff of 3,000 employees who maintain the values of honesty, integrity, stewardship, and respect. The City is governed by a council-manager form of government with a mayor and eight council members. For more information on the City, visit www.greensboro-nc.gov or call 336-373-CITY (2489).

United Way of Greater Greensboro Awards $275,000 in Grants to Address Community Needs

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NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT
Dana Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org
Phone: 336-378-6617

Greensboro, NC – November 21, 2014 – United Way of Greater Greensboro is focused on supporting solutions that improve the quality of life for all in Greater Greensboro. It does this, in part, by investing in new, innovative community programs. Investments for up to three years are available to support programs that have proven successful and have created positive change in the community.

United Way of Greater Greensboro is proud to continue its mission with a recent investment of $275,000 into the community through two grants, managed by United Way of Greater Greensboro. The Kathleen & Joseph Bryan Community Enrichment and Venture Grant (CEVG) invests in new and innovative programs; whereas, the Joseph M. Bryan Human Services Grant provides stabilization and expansion grants for programs already demonstrating success. Applicants that met the respective grant eligibility requirements participated in an open RFP process in April 2014.

“Our community is overflowing with talent to make positive change in the lives of those in need,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “These grants highlight great, new partnerships that deepen United Way’s work in meaningful ways.”

Grantees are working to ensure every child enters school healthy, safe and ready to succeed in school and in life. They are supporting families through opportunities to increase income, build savings, and access resources to prevent and minimize crisis. Grantees are also helping residents live healthy lives by providing information and resources, removing barriers to healthcare and connecting them to local available resources.

Community volunteers evaluate and review applications to make investment recommendation for approval by the United Way of Greater Greensboro Board of Directors.

For information about our annual grants and future RFPs, visit www.unitedwaygso.org/nonprofits/.
Grantees supporting children and youth through education include:

Black Child Development: Freedom School – $10,000
Reading Connections: Family Literacy Academy – $30,000
YWCA of Greensboro: C.R.E.W. – $15,000

Grantees supporting individuals and families to become financially stable and independent include:

Children’s Home Society: Kinship Navigator Assistance Program – $10,600
Community Housing Solutions: Aging in Place – $30,000
Greensboro Housing Coalition: Housing Hotline – $10,000
Greensboro Urban Ministry: Beyond GUM Project – $15,000
People & Paws 4 Hope: Second Chance – $30,000
Reading Connections: Detention Center Literacy – $15,000
Women’s Resource Center: Women’s Financial Fitness Project – $25,000

Grantees supporting all individuals to lead a healthy life include:

Adult Center for Enrichment: Res Fit Club – $12,254
Family Service of the Piedmont: Electronic Health Records Implementation – $15,000
Guilford Adult Health: Feed the 485 – $9,746
Mary’s House: Integrated Health Care for Homeless Children – $11,000
Mental Health Association of Greensboro: Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training – $15,000
North Carolina A&T State University: Aggie Outreach Teen Pregnancy Prevention – $6,400
Women’s Resource Center: Change Maker Recharge – $15,000

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LIVE UNITED
United Way of Greater Greensboro pools resources, time and talent to support programs, initiatives, and partner agencies meeting the critical needs of our community and help every individual and family succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

Building Bridges Toward a Stronger Economy – Dec. 4, 2014

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Thursday, December 4, 2014
9:30am-2:30pm
Clarion Hotel Hotel
415 S Swing Road
Greensboro, NC 27409

Join us to learn how we can Break the Cycle of Poverty by Building Bridges to a Stronger Economy.
United Way of Greater Greensboro has partnered with Piedmont Together as a host for the upcoming Piedmont Together Equity Summit on December 4, 2014.

Other hosts include: The National Conference for Community and Justice of the Piedmont Triad, Mayor Nancy Vaughn of Greensboro, Mayor Allen Joines of Winston-Salem, Mayor Newell Clark of Lexington and Mayor Ronnie Wall of Burlington.

The summit titled “Building Bridges Toward a Stronger Economy” will present the regional Equity Profile developed by PolicyLInk and create Equity Action Teams to address the recommendations for Equity Development in our region.
As United Way of Greater Greensboro continues to narrow its focus on Breaking the Cycle of Poverty in our community we must look at systemic changes that will support the equitable growth of our city and region.

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United Way of Greater Greensboro Welcomes Jason Bohrer as 2014 Campaign Chair

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CONTACT:
Dana Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Ph: 336-378-6617
dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org

(Greensboro, NC – October 6, 2014) –The 2014 United Way of Greater Greensboro campaign is underway with a new campaign chair at the helm. Jason Bohrer, partner at management consulting firm Newbold Advisors, will lead the 2014 campaign; his goal: to raise even more funds than the 2013 campaign accomplishment of $11 Million, so that the organization can reach and serve even more residents in need.

The 2014 campaign kicked off September 25. More than 500 companies plan to hold workplace campaigns. One of the campaign goals is to create 100% awareness about Greensboro’s growing poverty rates and root causes. Armed with this information, United Way is asking more companies to get engaged and every employee to participate to help break the cycle of poverty in Greensboro.

Bohrer is a long-time donor and corporate leader. In 2013, he joined the United Way of Greater Greensboro board of directors and agreed to become the lead community volunteer for the 2014 United Way Campaign. He has the passion and analytical rigor to take the campaign to the next level.

“The work of United Way has thrived by the commitments of our loyal contributors and we are endlessly thankful,” says Bohrer. “With new leadership, with new business leaders in Greensboro coming to the table to support this great community, we can do so much more. I’m confident that this year, businesses and individuals not currently involved with United Way will answer this call.”

“Greensboro has a history of standing together to improve the quality of life for all,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “Today, we ask for more people to get involved with United Way by giving a gift, volunteering or advocating on issues impacting low-income communities. Greensboro can be greater if we all LIVE UNITED.”

Small business and large corporations alike can join with more than 500 organizations in the Greater Greensboro area that are supporting the work of United Way. To learn how, call United Way of Greater Greensboro at 336-378-6600.

Individuals are invited to give to the United Way campaign online at www.UnitedWayGSO.org. Every dollar makes a difference in helping those in need in our community.

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LIVE UNITED
United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

CELEBRATE GREENSBORO Brings Community Together to Kick Off United Way of Greater Greensboro 2014 Campaign

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CONTACT: Dana Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Ph: 336-378-6617
dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org

(Greensboro, NC – September 17, 2014) –United Way of Greater Greensboro is kicking off its 2014 campaign and wants YOU to join in the fun! United Way will host Celebrate Greensboro, a fun, family-friendly community celebration on Thursday, September 25, from 4-7pm in Festival Park. Gather your friends, family and colleagues and join United Way to celebrate what it means to LIVE UNITED in a great community.

The Magnificents Band will be on stage playing favorite classic, soul, beach, top 40 and dance tunes.

What: CELEBRATE GREENSBORO: A United Way of Greater Greensboro Community Celebration

When: Thursday, September 25, 2014. 4:00pm-7:00pm

Where: Festival Park, downtown Greensboro, directly adjacent (north side) to the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie Street.

Why: To celebrate the people and places that help make life better for all

To learn about United Way of Greater Greensboro’s focus on breaking the cycle of poverty in Greensboro

To hear how businesses can help by hosting a United Way campaign

To hear how United Way changes lives every day.

To learn how every citizen can get involved at some level and help break the cycle of poverty in Greensboro with United Way.

Details: This event is free and open to the public.

Food trucks will be available. Picnics are welcome (no alcohol please. Remember to recycle.) No RSVP is required. Wear your “LIVE UNITED” t-shirt and show your support!

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LIVE UNITED

United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.

United Way of Greater Greensboro Honors Top Philanthropic, Service Leaders

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Dana Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Ph: 336-378-6617
dana.carter@unitedwaygso.org

(Greensboro, NC – September 16, 2014) – On September 3, United Way of Greater Greensboro held its 4th Annual Women in Philanthropy Luncheon at Grandover Resort and Conference Center. More than 700 individuals convened to support United Way’s work, hear from keynote speaker Lauren Bush Lauren, be inspired and give back.
At the luncheon, United Way honored the tremendous compassion of four outstanding philanthropic leaders in our community for their longtime commitment to Greensboro and legacy of giving.  The two awards are annual recognitions presented at United Way’s Women in Philanthropy event, hosted by its Women’s Leadership Council.
2014 United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Presented to Royce and Jane Reynolds
Presenting the award to Royce and Jane Reynolds was Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. Clark spoke of the couple’s exceptional leadership and philanthropy as an expression of their love of mankind that reaches every corner of our community. From humble beginnings, Royce and Jane always kept their faith, pursuit of education and hard work at the forefront, which are at the foundation of their success in Greensboro. They are longtime United Way supporters, and have supported many great organizations and endeavors in our community including The Royce and Jane Reynolds Institute for Church Leadership at Greensboro College, Greensboro Urban Ministry, West Market Street United Methodist Church, Boy Scouts, The Salvation Army, Duke University, and beyond.
2014 United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Legacy Award
Presented to Phyllis Shavitz and Joy Shavitz
Presenting the award to Phyllis and Joy Shavitz was Kathy Manning, a longtime United Way supporter and friend of the honorees. Manning spoke of the mother-in-law/daughter-in-law team who have devoted their time, energy and good fortune to those in need in our community.
The two are long-time United Way of Greater Greensboro supporters—Joy has previously chaired the Tocqueville Society campaign as well. Beyond their commitment and support of United Way, they have collectively served with and supported the Greensboro Jewish Federation, Triad Stage, UNCG food pantry, Hospice and Palliative Care of High Point, The Community Foundation, Greensboro Urban Ministry, The Women’s Resource Center, The National Conference for Community and Justice, The North Carolina Museum of Art, and the new Tanger Center for the Performing Arts.
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LIVE UNITED
United Way of Greater Greensboro makes investments in our community to serve those in need so that all individuals and families can succeed. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit www.UnitedWayGSO.org.