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Thank You
for joining with us to mobilize our capacity to care for one another and to
improve the quality of life in Garrett County. We connect those
who want to help with those who need help by investing your dollars in 14
human services organizations focusing on people and issues close to us
---basic needs, children, families, wellness and the members of our
community. Great results really do start with you!
United Way of Garrett County Annual
Meeting
The 2009 annual
meeting of the United Way of Garrett County will be held on Wednesday, July
8, 2009 at Perkins Restaurant, McHenry. The meeting will begin at 8 a.m.
Donors and Community Partners (agencies) of the United Way of Garrett County
are invited to attend the business meeting. Ernie Gregg, chair of the
United Way of Garrett County plans to review activities of the past year,
the recently completed campaign, election of new members to the Executive
Committee, and adoption of bylaw amendments. Questions regarding the
meeting may be directed to the United Way office, toll free. 877-597-2700.
The Honorary Samuel & Judy Reckley Golf
Tournament is being held on Monday, June 15, 2009 to benefit The Maryland
Salem Children's Trust, a United Way affiliate. To become a donor or
to participate in the tournament, please click
here to obtain a copy of the program and
entry form.
On March 31st, the "Food,
Foolishness and Fun" Event was held at St. Peter Apostle parish hall and a
great pasta dinner was had by all in attendance. The event raised over
$2,700 for the United Way community campaign and an additional $1,015 that
went directly to community agencies through ticket sales and tips. Please click on the
news page
here
to see all the volunteers who
participated in making the event a huge success.
The 2008 - 2009 United Way
Campaign ended on April 30, 2009 and was a resounding success! Over $112,000 was pledged
against a goal of $110,000. Many thanks to all who participated
in the drive and especially to those who made pledges to help our county
residents.
The Western Potomac
Chapter, American Red Cross is actively seeking ALL vendors for their “Back
to School Block Party.” The Block party will be held on Saturday, August
22, 2009 from 11:00- 4:00 p.m. All vendors are welcome. The cost will be
$20.00 per space. If you are interested, please call Western Potomac
Chapter @ 301-722-1760 x 107 or email
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