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UNITED WAY COMPLETES COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROCESS
July 2, 2010
Contact: Shelley Szafraniec, APR, CPRC
(706) 327-3255 ext. 202

Today, the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley released the results of the 2010-2011 Community Investment process. Based on recommendations from community volunteers, 49 programs provided by 26 agencies who serve the eight-county area will receive $4,990,639 funding is provided July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011). These programs and funding amount is in addition to $54,801 to Columbus Hospice and Goodwill, and $36,826 that was designated for other local community agencies as part of the 2009 campaign.

“With millions on the line, we began this process in April with a record number of community volunteers (85),” said Scott Ferguson, president of the United Way. “I continue to be impressed by the thoughtfulness and attention to detail these volunteers showed as they determined how to wisely invest the dollars we are entrusted with from our donors.”

Nine teams of volunteers reviewed more than 60 applications for funding during the six-week process. Each program was reviewed in terms of how it met a community need, achieved results and exercised good stewardship. Volunteers reviewed written applications and attended site visits to see the programs in action, and meet board members, clients and staff. New this year, programs were required to align with one of the four core areas of service for United Way – Basic Needs, Income, Health and Education. In addition, prior to the overall review, each application was reviewed by volunteers who served on a financial committee (volunteers recruited from the financial sector of the community with a strong accounting and financial management experience).

“The commitment and thoroughness involved in all phases of United Way’s Community Investment process is amazing” said Eddie Lowe, Columbus Bank and Trust of East Alabama and chair of this year’s investment process. “Put that together with people who are giving freely of their time to ensure that donations have a true impact on people here in the Chattahoochee Valley, and you have a win-win for everyone who trusts United Way with their gifts.”

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all. The organization’s focus is on basic needs, income, health and education. United Way recruits people and organizations that bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. Your United Way serves residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

Agencies and programs listed by the four core areas of service – basic needs, income education and health:

Basic Needs

American Red Cross, Russell County Chapter: Emergency Services, Health and Safety

American Red Cross, West Central Georgia Chapter: Community and Biomedical Services, Emergency Services, Health and Safety Services

Feeding the Valley, Inc.: Food Distribution, Kid’s Café

Homeless Resource Network: Housing Stabilization

House of Restoration: Restoration

Open Door Community House, Inc.: Showering Program for the Homeless, Transition Home for Women in Crisis

The Salvation Army: Emergency Shelter program, Home Sweet Home Case Management

Stewart Community Home, Inc.: Stewart Community Home, Inc.

Income

The Family Center of Columbus, Inc.: Consumer Credit Counseling Services of West Georgia/East Alabama (CCCS)

Homeless Resource Network: Homeless Services

Marion County Family Connection: Marion Midnight Basketball

Health

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Chattahoochee Valley: Health and Life Skills, Sports Fitness and Recreation

Bridges Learning Center: Autism Treatment Center

Crisis Center of Russell County: Rape Crisis Response Center, Shelter and Services for Victims of Domestic Violence

Easter Seals of West Georgia, Inc.: Therapeutic Care and Education

The Family Center of Columbus, Inc.: Family Counseling of Columbus

Girls Incorporated of Columbus and Phenix-Russell: Health

Homeless Resource Network: Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA)

Hope Harbour: Shelter and Services

The House of T.I.M.E., Inc. (This I Must Earn): The House of T.I.M.E, Inc.

Russell County Child Advocacy Center: Child Advocacy Program, STARS Program (Specialized Treatment for Adolescents without Residential Services)

Teen Advisors, Inc.: Teen Advisor High School Program, Velocity Middle School Program

Twin Cedars Youth Services: Advocacy – Children’s Tree House, Chattahoochee CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate), Children’s Tree House TRUST Program

Education

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Chattahoochee Valley: The Arts, Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development

Chattahoochee Council Boy Scouts of America: Scouting – Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting and Venturing;

Columbus Community Center: Youth Development

The Family Center of Columbus, Inc.: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Chattahoochee Valley, Families And Schools Together (FAST)

Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc.: Girl Scouts Outdoor Program, Leadership Development Experience

Girls Incorporated of Columbus and Phenix-Russell: Education

Open Door Community House, Inc.: Children and Youth

Russell County Child Advocacy Center: KEEP Program (Kids Engaged in Education and Prevention)

YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus: Character Development – Youth Sports and Aquatics, Rearing Children & Youth at Risk

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UNITED WAY ANNOUNCES WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
May 13, 2010
Contact: Shelley Szafraniec, APR, CPRC
(706) 327-3255 ext. 202

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley is kicking off an initiative to recognize and promote philanthropic giving to, and involvement in United Way, among women. The Women’s Leadership Initiative’s goal is to unite women and demonstrate their ability to effect positive change as philanthropists, role models, mentors and leaders in the community.

"We have always had dynamic representation from women in the community on many different levels," said Scott Ferguson, president of the local United Way. "This initiative will enable women to take their level of engagement to a new level as we create a powerful network of women who strengthen our community through growing, giving and guiding."

Launching from a platform of approximately 250 women who donate annually $1,000 or more to United Way, Ferguson hopes the initiative will bring together a unique group of women who recognize the need in our community to make an impact. Members will have a chance to participate in a variety of volunteer, networking, professional and social activities. These leaders also will be inspiring future generations of women philanthropists.

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all. The organization’s focus is on basic needs, income, health and education. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. Your United Way has 26 partner agencies and funds 50 programs that serve residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

For more information about United Way’s Women’s Leadership Initiative, please call Becky Fletcher, coordinator of the Women’s Leadership Initiative, at 706-327-3255, ext. 210, or via e-mail BFletcher@unitedwayofthecv.org.

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UNITED WAY TOCQUEVILLE DONORS RECOGNIZED NATIONALLY FOR LOCAL GIVING
May 6, 2010
Contact: Shelley Szafraniec, APR, CPRC
(706) 327-3255 ext. 202

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, Tocqueville Society was recognized last week in Washington D.C. for having the highest percentage of donors who increased their giving more than 10 percent in 2009. Last year, 34 percent of the local Tocqueville Society (88 members) increased their contribution to United Way. The members pledged $1,585,000, which is 23 percent of the 2009 United Way campaign. (The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley was recognized in the category of serving an area of 300,000 - 500,000 people.)

The United Way Tocqueville Society is a national association created to celebrate individuals who make an annual contribution of $10,000 or more to the United Way. The society takes its name from the French historian and aristocrat Alexis de Tocqueville who expressed his admiration of the American tradition of neighbor helping neighbor in his classic, “Democracy in America.”

According to Scott Ferguson, president of the local United Way, many communities have struggled with growing a Tocqueville Society, but that has not been the case in the Chattahoochee Valley area.

“We established a Tocqueville Society in 1993 with only five members,” said Ferguson. “By the following year, we had doubled and began to emerge as one of the most recognized societies in the country.”

The local Tocqueville Society continued to grow, averaging an increase of 10 new members annually, said Ferguson. “We live in a caring community with people who believe and trust in the work of the United Way,” he said.

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing people and resources together. Your United Way has 26 partner agencies and funds 50 programs that serve residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

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YOUTH PAINT ROOMS AND PACK FOOD BOXES TO HELP COMMUNITY;
STUDENTS CARE DAY APRIL 23 - 24
April 19, 2010
Contact: Shelley Szafraniec, APR, CPRC
(706) 327-3255 ext. 202

WHO / WHAT

Six high school students are painting two rooms at the Muscogee County Autism Hope Center. An additional 20 middle school students, with adults leaders, will pack food boxes at the Feeding the Valley Food Bank.

WHEN / WHERE

Students will paint the center from 5 - 9 p.m., Friday, April 23, at the Muscogee County Autism Hope Center. The center is on the south campus of Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus. Students will pack food boxes from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday, April 24, at the Feeding the Valley Food Bank, 5928 Coca Cola Blvd., Columbus.

WHY

Youth from the Chattahoochee Valley are invited to reach out in their communities to make a difference during the two-day Students Care Day campaign. Project planning tool kits, service-learning curriculum guides, and other resources are available at Youth Service America’s web site, www.YSA.org.

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing people and resources together. Your United Way has 26 partner agencies and funds 50 programs that serve residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

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UNITED WAY RECONGIZES LOYAL CONTRIBUTORS DURING BREAKFAST CELEBRATION
April 19, 2010
Contact: Shelley Szafraniec, APR, CPRC
(706) 327-3255 ext. 202

WHO / WHAT

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley will recognize more than 50 donors who have been supporting the United Way for more than two decades during a breakfast celebration. Sam Rawls, president, Knight-Rawls, Inc., will speak during the program.

WHEN / WHERE

The celebration is 8:30 - 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 20, at the Chattahoochee River Club, 1100 Bay Ave., Columbus.

WHY

“People give to United Way not for a thank you, but because they know their gift stays here to help people in need,” said Scott Ferguson, president of the local United Way. “They trust us to do the right thing. That trust is something we never take for granted.” The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing people and resources together. Your United Way has 26 partner agencies and funds 50 programs that serve residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

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Online art auction to benefit United Way

Local artist Derek McCrae is donating 30 percent of his proceeds from an online art auction to United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley. The online art auction to benefit the organization is through April 25. McCrae, who is a member of the Columbus Artists Guild and the Joseph House Gallery, is featuring a limited edition, signed print of his painting of the Columbus Georgia River Walk.

YOUTH ENCOURAGED TO TAKE ACTION
STUDENTS CARE DAY APRIL 23-25

Youth from the Chattahoochee Valley are invited to reach out in their communities to make a difference during Students Care Day April 23-25. Part of the worldwide Global Youth Service Day, the campaign celebrates and encourages youth to make a positive impact in their community by volunteering.

"There are so many ways youth can make a difference in their community," said Scott Ferguson, president of the local United Way. "From organizing a group to clean up a park or playground, mowing an elderly neighbors' yard, or helping another child with their homework, no single effort is too large or small and should be celebrated."

As part of Students Care Day, six students from Brookstone School are painting two rooms at the Muscogee County Autism Support Group Friday, April 23. An additional 24 youth will pack food boxes for Feeding the Valley Food Bank Saturday, April 24.

Area youth are encouraged to be creative in developing service projects. Project planning tool kits, service-learning curriculum guides, and other resources are available at Youth Service America’s web site, www.YSA.org.

Additionally, youth 13 and older can volunteer for Saturday Tutorials from 9:30 a.m. - noon Saturday, April 24. Volunteers help students in grades 2-8 with their math and reading. To volunteer, youth must be registered with the United Way Volunteer Center. For more information or to register, please call (706) 327-3255, ext. 212 or visit www.unitedwayofthecv.org and click on the blue volunteer tab.

The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley improves lives and builds a stronger community by bringing people and resources together. Your United Way has 26 partner agencies and funds 50 programs that serve residents of Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Muscogee, Russell, Stewart, Talbot and Taylor counties in Georgia and Russell County in Alabama.

United Way once again exceeds goal!
February 18, 2010

Columbus, GA (February 18, 2010) Billy Blanchard, 2009 Campaign Chair announced to a crowd in excess of 200 at the campaign celebration that the goal of $6,450,000 was exceeded by over $218,725 for a total raised of $6,668,725. “We set the community goal based upon personal visits with over one hundred business, civic and community leaders. In many cases these companies, individuals and employee groups gave more than expected which enabled us to not only meet but exceed our goal” said Blanchard. Blanchard further stated, “The residents of the Chattahoochee Valley once again responded to our message that when you give to the United Way Campaign you help to ensure that programs that are truly changing people’s lives are there when needed.” He added, “Without the efforts of hundreds of volunteers, United Way Board of Directors, Loaned Executives and partner agencies we could not have done so well and to them all I can say is thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

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United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley sets $6.45M campaign goal
By ALLISON KENNEDY
Ledger-Enquirer
September 4, 2009

Kjrsten Letourneaux put a face on United Way on Thursday, as the annual Chattahoochee Valley campaign kicked off in the ballroom of the Columbus Convention & Trade Center.

“I suffer from disease. It’s called addiction. But I didn’t wake up one day and say, ‘Hey, I think I’ll waste 17 years of my life,’” Letorneaux told a lunchtime crowd of more than 1,000. After she started drinking at age 17, Letorneaux moved on to marijuana and cocaine. Then, while jailed on drug charges a few years ago, Letorneaux learned about the House of T.I.M.E. from another inmate.

Letorneaux, 37, said she was attracted to the drug recovery residence — supported by the United Way — because of the “sense of belonging; and I knew it was where I needed to be.”

She landed in the home, which stands for “This I Must Earn,” in January 2007. She now has a management job in a restaurant, an apartment near Lakebottom Park and is saving money for college.

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CFC sets $1M goal, expands to include 12 counties
By Cheryl Rodewig / The Bayonet
Aug, 21, 2009

The Combined Federal Campaign will kick off at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 2 in the Benning Conference Center. The annual fundraising campaign for federal employees lasts through Oct. 16.

Last year, Soldiers and civilians raised more than $950,000, said Laura Walker, CFC manager, but this year, they're raising the bar.

"We have a goal of $1 million," Walker said. "It's a rallying cry, and we are going to shoot for it."

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CSU honors Mescon, freshmen on Sunday
Ledger-Enquirer
By Katie Holland Posted on Sat, Aug. 15, 2009

This weekend Columbus State University will honor President Timothy Mescon with an inauguration ceremony in conjunction with the annual freshman convocation.

Bill Sutley, assistant director of public relations at CSU, said it’s common to have a president in office a year before the inauguration takes place to “make sure it’s a good fit.”

To honor his inauguration, Mescon has implemented a Day of Service. Volunteers will meet at the intramural field at 8:30 a.m. today to load buses for volunteer sites.

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United Way and CSU having 'Day of Service' Saturday
BY LARRY GIERER
Ledger-Enquirer
Posted on Fri, Aug. 14, 2009

As part of the inauguration weekend, Columbus State University and United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley are partnering to provide a CSU Day of Service.

Faculty, staff and students will be volunteering Saturday from 9 a.m. - noon to provide services at 10 local non-profits as a way to give back to the community and celebrate the inauguration of the university's fourth president, Tim Mescon.

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Columbus State University’s Day of Service
By Mike Haskey
Ledger-Enquirer
Posted on Sun, Aug. 16, 2009

No task seemed too big or small for volunteers from Columbus State University who spread across the community Saturday morning during a “Day of Service.”

Working through the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley Volunteer Center, student, faculty and staff volunteers tackled a variety of service projects at 10 sites throughout Columbus in honor of the inauguration of Tim Mescon as CSU president.

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United Way Kickoff Luncheon
September 3, 2009
11:30 a.m.
Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center Ballroom
To make reservations call Geri at 706-327-3255, ext. 214

United Way cuts funding for Columbus Urban League
July 2, 2009
Chauncy Glover, wtvm.com

The Urban League in Columbus is scraping the bottom of the barrel when it comes to money, according to the Director Reginald Pugh.

He says donations are down and now they've taken a $125,000 hit, after the United Way cut off its contributions.

"The Urban League and the United Way have been working together for a long time and to just up and cut our funding. I have a problem with that," says Pugh.

Pugh believes the decision was political and had more to do with personal opinions.

"We're upset about it, but there's nothing we can do about it now. I don't agree with the reasons or rationale for not funding us," he adds.

We spoke with the President of United Way in Columbus.

Scott Ferguson tells us, the Urban League did not meet the criteria to receive United Way funding.

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United Way gives over $1 million to Phenix City agencies
By Denise DuBois
Online Editor
June 3, 2009

United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley announced the recipients of the 2009-2010 grants recently. The Community Investment Grants are distributed in five different priority areas: Helping Children and Youth Succeed, Providing Basic Human Needs, Economic Independence, Promoting Health, Wellness and Healing and Disaster Relief and Access to Community Resources.

Seven agencies in Phenix City and Russell County received approximately $1.01 million in funds.  These funds allow agencies to continue offering services to the people in the area. 

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New Car Winner

Mr. Rob Doll, Rob Doll Nissan, pictured right, presents Mr. David Robinson of Buena Vista, Georgia with a 2008 Nissan Altima.  Mr. Robinson won a  two-year lease on the vehicle when his name was drawn at random from all eligible entries at the United Way Campaign Thank You Celebration on Feb. 23, 2008.  Mr. Robinson was made eligible for the drawing by increasing his previous year’s pledge to $4 per week.  He is employed at Tyson’s in Buena Vista Georgia.

United Way Exceeds Expectations
wtvm.com
Februrary 27, 2009

In a world that has so much bad news these days it is good to hear some really great news.

Abbott Turner, the 2008 Campaign Chairman for the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley announced that the organization had exceeded all expectations and raised a record $6,922,835. Turner said, "Achieving this record-setting amount does not happen because of one company, one individual or one group of donors. It's the result of everyone in the community coming together to make a difference."

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For just a few dollars more
Jan. 28, 2009
BY DUSTY NIX

When Scott Ferguson, president of United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, observed Monday that “it’s tough out there,” he could have been referring strictly to the area his organization serves, or to the whole recession-shocked country. The “out there” where things are tough encompasses a lot of territory and a lot of people.

Ferguson has an especially tough job right now: trying to raise funds for the agencies and people United Way serves at a time when funds are in short supply and funds most people can spare for charity even shorter. In fact, Ferguson told Ledger-Enquirer staff writer Larry Gierer that this has been the hardest fundraising year of the 20 he’s been doing this.

And that’s in Columbus, a famously generous community.

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Trail helps children learn
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008
By Larry Gierer

The playground was built with children ages 2-5 in mind. A new addition now makes it a place for adults to play, as well. The United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley along with Aflac and the Columbus Consolidated Government have opened a Born Learning Trail at Shirley Winston Park on Steam Mill Road.

The playground that already existed is surrounded by a sidewalk. Now, there are signs placed along the way. Each includes a learning activity that can be done right at the spot by the child and parent.

For example, at one sign, the letters A, B and C have been painted on the sidewalk. The sign instructs the parent to point to a letter and have the child say the sound the letter makes and then think of words that begin with each letter.

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United Way halfway to reaching goal
Saturday, Nov. 08, 2008
BY LARRY GIERER - lgierer@ledger-enquirer.com

When working to gather money pledges for the United Way during a campaign, workers are given different groups to collect from. Somebody has lawyers. Somebody has doctors. Others have accountants, schools, etc. Regular reports are given on what percentage of the goal each group has raised.

Usually, many weeks go by before any group gets near its goal. One group is an exception. It's the one consisting of the 26 United Way agencies such as Open Door Community House, Easter Seals and the Family Center of Columbus. That one reached its goal weeks ago.

"People who work at these agencies know first hand the great need," said Jim Wink, CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Chattahoochee Valley. "Also, we want to set an example. We should lead."

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United Way on track to reach goal
Organization has raised more than 46% of targeted $6.9M
BY LARRY GIERER - lgierer@ledger-enquirer.com

He's optimistic.

Make that "cautiously optimistic."

There's a long way yet to go, but Scott Ferguson, president of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, is pleased with the way this year's fundraising campaign is going.

After seven weeks, the organization has more than $3.2 million pledged, which is 46.5 percent of its $6.9 million goal.

That is $338,352 more than was raised at this time last year.

"There is no doubt that these are very challenging times in our economy, but that makes the need more great," said Ferguson. "Many of our partner agencies are seeing a significant increase in volume of need from working families and individuals who require extra support to make ends meet. A contribution to United Way makes the greatest impact helping the most people across the board."

United Way funds 26 agencies and 56 programs which serve people in six Georgia counties and one in Alabama.

Some of the funded partner agencies are the Homeless Resource Network, Salvation Army, Second Harvest Food Bank and Easter Seals.

"As the cost of nearly everything we buy continues to rise, even the most generous among us may find ourselves with less discretionary income," said Ferguson. "This is why it is so important for those of us who can give, to give generously."

United Way Campaign 33% Ahead Of Schedule
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Hands On Georgia a success
By ROBIN TRIMARCHI
Posted on Sun, Oct. 05, 2008

More than 150 students and adults volunteered their time and labor for Hands On Georgia Week.

Among the many projects this year, the volunteers painted the Kids Cafe at the Booker T. Washington apartments, painted classrooms at Easter Seals, spruced up a South Columbus school and helped with a cookout for about 100 soldiers recently home from Iraq.

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United way Campaign Ahead of Schedule
Julie Bercik
Story Created: Sep 23, 2008
www.wltz.com

So how is the United Way's campaign going?

It's actually ahead of schedule, thanks to generous donations.

United way President and CEO, Scott Ferguson, says donations total $1.8 million so far.

This year's campaign goal is $6.9 million.

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Presidential Impersonators Kick Off TSYS United Way Fundraiser
Julie Bercik
Story Created: Sep 23, 2008
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TSYS kicks off its United Way Campaign fundraiser.

Hundreds of employees packed the Convention and Trade Center for Thursday morning’s events.

TSYS is the United Way's largest and most active member of the campaign, and this year the company has set its goal even higher.

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On the Job with Terri Parodi of Hands on the Valley
BY ANDREA V. HERNANDEZ
Ledger-Enquirer
Posted on Thu, Sep. 18, 2008

For busy people, doing volunteer work may be desirable, but almost impossible to fit in their schedule -- or so they think.

Terri Parodi sees room for negotiation. Parodi is director of Hands on the Valley, the volunteer center of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley. The center hooks people up with flexible volunteer opportunities -- whether it is a one-day project or a weekly commitment.

This week, Parodi and her team are preparing for Hands on Georgia Week, an initiative in which volunteers across the state take on multiple projects. It runs from Saturday to Oct. 5.

Parodi sat down with the Ledger-Enquirer to talk about community service for busy people, corporate volunteerism and Hands on Georgia Week.

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United Way helps families
Ft. Benning Bayonet
Sept. 5, 2008

Goodwill, Red Cross, the YMCA, the Salvation Army, Second Harvest Food Bank and about 50 other local organizations and services receive funding through the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley.

United Way is one of the many organizations that Fort Benning’s community can help by contributing to the Combined Federal Campaign, which kicked off Thursday.

“Give where you live,” said Scott Ferguson, president and CEO of UWCV. “Last year, we had over 22,000 people in the Chattahoochee Valley who supported the United Way.”.

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United Way sets record goal (9/4/2008)

United Way will give out record amount (5/10/2008)

United Way celebrates another record-breaking campaign (2/15/2008)

United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley is halfway home (11/2/2007)

Fundraising Drive Just "Fantastic" (10/9/2007)

Off to a rockin' start (9/7/2007)

Agency hires its next leader: New president, CEO to begin work Aug. 20 (7/25/2007)

United Way Announces New President (7/24/2007)

Preparing for the unknown: In a post-Sept. 11, Katrina world, Columbus hosts first summit aimed at helping cities respond (6/30/2007)

United Way's search for leader winding down (6/22/07)

United Way allocates money from fund drive (6/22/2007)

Governor Perdue Awards State Hands On Challenge Grant to Hands On the Valley (3/19/07)

Mitchell to serve as leader (2/24/07)

Asking for more gets less (2/24/07)

Record year for United Way (2/22/07)

Drive exceeds $6.4M goal, breaks record (2/21/07)

Sims resigns from post (1/30/07)

Forum focuses on homelessness (1/24/07)

Campaign hits goal, but it's not over yet (1/20/07)

2006

United Way Wants Families To Adopt A Soldier For The Holidays (12/5/06)

Soldiers to get Adopted for the Holiday (10/24/06)

United Way Kicks Off 2006 Campaign (9/8/06)

United Way Borrows Services (8/30/06)

Area groups 'really' ready to handle disasters (8/27/06)

Hood's camp hard work (6/23/06)

New literacy program aims at preschoolers (3/31/06)

United Way Surpasses $6 Million Goal (2/10/06)