The United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is approaching the conclusion of the 2011-2012 United Way Campaign, with only four weeks left. As of Jan. 30, the United Way Campaign has raised just over $7.1 million, which is 89 percent of the goal of $8,030,533. “The United Way of Lee, Hendry & Glades will wrap up our annual campaign Feb. 29, and, although we’re 89 percent of the way to our goal of $8,030,533, we need everyone’s help to get this done,” Tom Uhler, United Way Campaign Chair said. “We must make this year’s goal, so that we can fully fund the United Way network of agencies. I am passionate about what United Way and its 70 partner agencies do for our community. I hope you will share my passion and help make a difference in someone’s life. “You have the power to make a difference in the lives of your neighbors, friends, co-workers, and even your own family members who may need the services of a United Way Partner Agency,” he said. “A single contribution to United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades helps create opportunities for a better life for everyone in our community. “Your United Way gift means food for hungry families, shelter for the abused, respite for Alzheimer’s caregivers, and a healthy start for babies and toddlers. Your gift does these things and more and your gift stays here in our own community. “A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to those who have already given so generously. But to those who have not yet given to United Way, it is not too late. Your gift is important to our community and the need is very real. The need for services has continued increasing as the local economy drags on. Please donate by calling (239) 433-2000 or visiting the United Way website at www.unitedwaylee.org/donate,” Uhler concluded. The support of the community will allow the Network of 70 United Way Partner Agencies and over 140 programs and initiatives to receive their full United Way funding. This means that essential human services will be available in our community at time when there are record needs. Since the inception of United Way in 1957, over 100 million dollars have been raised in our community. All money raised in the United Way campaign stays in the local community to help support the local human service network. United Way Partner Agencies and initiatives such as the Alvin A Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center, Children’s Advocacy Center, Harry Chapin Food Bank, The Salvation Army, and United Way 211 serve a diverse range of needs in our community. In addition to raising funds for human service organizations in our community, the United Way promotes partnerships and collaborations among agencies and initiatives, helping them to work together focusing on issues and solutions that continue to improve lives. The United Way advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for everyone in our community.

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