Each year, a group of high-performance businesses take on the challenge to jumpstart United Way's annual campaign by becoming a Pacesetter. These organizations set the standard for leadership and community support by locking in their increased campaign donations during the early campaign months of September and October.
Six companies, recognized as Pacesetters, have already combined to raise nearly $182,000. This includes $21,000 in new dollars and gets the campaign off to a successful start of its 2013 goal of $1.35 million. The following finalized results have been reported:
· DACO Precision - Tool, 30% increase
· Family Center of Washington County, 9% increase
· Glacier Hills Credit Union, 70% increase
· Kettle Moraine YMCA, 181% increase
· R&R Insurance Companies, 11% increase
· West Bend Mutual Insurance Company, 10% increase, over $14,000 in new dollars alone from their employee campaign
“We applaud the success of the Pacesetter Campaign organizations. They are truly leading the way in helping others in our local community and are models for others to follow. We hope their success will inspire others to get involved by running an employee campaign and/or give a corporate gift. Every gift small and large (United) will accomplish more than any single gift can on its own. We will continue to focus on the positive momentum generated by the Pacesetters as we near the mid-point of our campaign,” states Kristin Brandner, Executive Director of United Way of Washington County.
In addition to workplace giving, you can contribute to the 2013 United Way campaign by placing a bid during the Radio-thon Auction this Saturday:
5th Annual United Way Radio-thon Auction
When: This Saturday, November 16 from 11am-2pm
Where: Listen to WBKV-1470 AM / WBWI-92.5 FM Radio Stations
How: Make a Bid by Calling (262) 335-5275
What: Over 80 items available from fishing charters to sports tickets and memorabilia to health club memberships (complete list at www.UnitedWayofWashingtonCounty.org)
Accept the invitation to LIVE UNITED and join other corporate, business partners, and individuals in this important campaign. Your involvement will inspire others to create lasting change that impacts everyone in our community. If you'd like to get involved, contact United Way at (262) 338-3821 or visit the website at www.UnitedWayofWashingtonCounty.org.
Funds raised during the 2013 Campaign will support over 33 health and human service programs that improve the lives of Washington County residents. Working closely with United Way, partner nonprofit agencies offer local solutions to meet community needs in the areas of Education, Income and Health – building blocks to a successful life for all.
About United Way of Washington County:
Mission is to mobilize the caring power of Washington County to improve lives and community conditions in measurable and lasting ways. United Way is a volunteer-driven organization that serves all communities in Washington County. It is governed by a board of community volunteers, dedicated to providing funding and community resources for health and human services needs in the areas of Education, Income and Health.