United Way of Saginaw County
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March 2017
Save the Date

Save the date for United Way's Annual Meeting. Tuesday, May 3 at Horizons Conference Center. Doors will open at 7:30 with the program and Breakfast at 8 a.m. Pricing and reservation information to come. 
Community Impact Programs & Highlights
Applications Advance to Community Change Team


 
We have received 37 applications for local programs working toward impact in the areas of health, education or financial stability were submitted. Those applications have been disseminated to our Community Change Team members for review. Members will meet in March to discuss application content and make recommendations for those programs who should advance to Stage Two. All programs will be notified of application status by March 31.

Learn more about our Community Impact Strategy, timeline and affiliated programs.
New Lexia Partners Expand Education to Adults


 
F undamental literacy skills are essential to obtaining and maintaining successful employment and lifelong education. United Way of Saginaw County is thrilled to announce our newest partner with the Lexia Learning program: City Rescue Mission of Saginaw, Inc. Lexia will be implemented as part of the Rescue Mission's Life Skills Training program to be used with adult participants.

Learn more about how Lexia is working with community partners to make advances in learning in adults and children.
United Way in the Community
Additional Ways to Support United Way
Jack Hanna's Into The Wild Live


Jack Hanna is coming to the Temple Theatre on
Sunday, April 9 at 3 p.m. Purchase your tickets using promo code UWAY17 and 10% of each ticket sold will help impact the community through United Way.

Purchase Your Tickets NOW for a Chance To Win A Custom Getaway!



Help your community by purchasing a $10 raffle ticket, now through May 1. A special thank you to Morley for donating this prize to United Way.

For rules and contest information, visit our page.
Community Events

Bronner's Hot Shot Local Media Celebrity Archery Contest
On February 10, seven local news and media representatives competed for the chance to win over $1,000 for a charity of their choice in the 10th Annual Hot Shot Local Media Celebrity Archery Contest.  


Nearly $400 Raised for United Way

The Buffalo Wild Wings team at the Saginaw location, donated 20% of all purchases on February 1, back to United Way. With your help, we raised nearly $400 for the community.


Financial Education in the Community

Financial Stability
Our 6th Annual Show Me the Money Day was another successful event, featuring financial workshops, community resources, food and prizes. Thank you to our event sponsor, the CRA Bankers Forum for their continued support of the event.
 
Labor
UCAN Trainings
There will be three UCAN Trainings starting soon. These are perfect for anyone interested in getting more involved in the community, wanting to hear more about what is being done locally to address different issues and expanding your network.
  • March 28 - Heroin Addiction Programs for Recovery
  • April 25 - Human Trafficking Awareness
  • May 23 - TBA
These are free and open to the public.

 
Volunteer Opportunities
Give an Hour. Give a Day. 
 
Listed below are upcoming opportunities to give back to your community. For questions, or to find other opportunities, contact Melissa Durow - (989) 755-0505 ext. 214.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region

    Be a friend to a child, on an on-going basis. Bigs and Littles participate in everyday activities together on an average on 2-3 times per month for a year or more.
     
  • Samaritas Community Center

    Nurse/Dietician - Blood pressure checks, answer general health and nutrition questions.
     
Support United Way of Saginaw County When You Shop Online
 
 
Simply go to smile.amazon.com, chose United Way of Saginaw County and continue your online shopping. Amazon will then donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchase to United Way to benefit the community.
 
Learn more about Amazon Smile.
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