TaxHeroes
March 2018


"I have a strong group and we are very focused on the client's needs and making sure that they are satisfied with the work we do for them."

Thank a Tax Hero: Don Baxter & Team

"I think we all share a desire to help others."
 
We connected with Don Baxter, a Free Community Tax Service Site Coordinator. Don has been working at the Ellettsville Library site for three tax seasons, but he has over a decade of experience working and volunteering as a tax preparer.
 
"I have a strong group and we are very focused on the client's needs and making sure that they are satisfied with the work we do for them," said Don of the volunteers working with him in Ellettsville. Don noted that while his volunteers were from all walks of life, from a retired lawyer to an accounting student, they are all committed to providing the best service possible to clients. 




 "United Way makes it easy for me to maximize my impact on our local community."

Campaign Spotlight: Melissa Ward, IU Campaign Team Captain 
 
"The sum of the good work is larger than its parts," said Melissa Ward, IU Campaign Team Captain. "I support the United Way for many personal reasons. The most compelling reason, though, is that United Way makes it easy for me to maximize my impact on our local community." 

Though she's fairly new to Indiana and IU, her work with United Way has helped shape how she sees the community.

"All of the United Way agencies are led by, staffed by, and serve our neighbors," Melissa said. "Working with United Way has introduced me to all the great agencies and work being done in our community. We are really lucky to have such a wonderful support network for those who need it most."

 


United Way leads or supports 15 different initiatives emphasizing earnings, education, and the essentials.

United We Win: Campaign Highlights

Did you know that United Way leads or supports 15 different initiatives with programs in earnings, education, and the essentials? United Way and our partners fight so that everyone in our community can earn more, learn more, and lead healthier lives.   
 
 
Thanks to these organizations and their  commitment to helping our community win: 


German American donated $19,904, including $12,500 as a corporate gift, helping to make a more secure community.


 
Staff at  Volunteers in Medicine , a United Way member agency, are working to create a healthier community by donating $6,798.

 


Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corporation employees generously donated $4,489 to better impact community members.




 
Interested in holding a fundraising campaign or having a United Way representative give a presentation to your group? Contact us at info@monroeunitedway.org today!
 
 

AversFundraiser

Join us at our Aver's fundraiser Sunday, March 25th

Aver's Fundraiser for United Way 
 
Did you know that pizza can help our community win? Join us at Aver's Pizza, at 1285 S. College Mall Rd., on Sunday, March 25th, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm and  20% of your meal's price will go to addressing our community's most critical needs. Be sure to mention United Way with your dine-in or carry-out order.

Please RSVP to the event by visiting groupraise.com/events/56239.
 


Celebrating a successful campaign -- 1950s style! 

Record Breaking Donations! 
 
In 1959, the United Fund - previously the Community Chest - exceeded its campaign goal for the first time in its history! They raised $149,155, well beyond their goal of $143,400. In fact, this exceeded all previous amounts raised by the organization under either name. 
 
As we celebrate the bicentennials of the City of Bloomington and Monroe County in 2018, United Way is reflecting on our own history in the community. Throughout the year, each newsletter will feature a memory about United Way's long history in Monroe County. 
 
Do you have a United Way memory to share? We'd enjoy hearing from you at info@monroeunitedway.org.  
   
Learn more about United Way's history at monroeunitedway.org/history. 
 

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Upcoming Events
 
Free Community Tax Service
Now - April 16th
Locations throughout Monroe & Owen counties
For more info, visit monroeunitedway.org/FreeTaxes 

MyFreeTaxes.com
Now - April 18th 
Anywhere with internet  
For more info, visit monroeunitedway.org/MyFreeTaxes 

Women's History Luncheon 
Wednesday, March 21st 

Children's Expo
Saturday, March 24th

Aver's United Way Fundraiser
Sunday, March 25
RSVP to the event by visiting groupraise.com/events/56239 

Be More Awards
Tuesday, March 27th 

Community Job Fair
Thursday, March 29th
 
 

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United Way of Monroe County is a nonprofit organization that improves  people's lives by addressing critical needs today and working to reduce those needs tomorrow. Through our Community Action Fund, Priority Funds, and grant initiatives, we work with 25 member agencies and other community partners to focus resources on the building blocks for a better life: education, earnings, and the essentials.
 
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