1st Quarter 2020 Newsletter
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2020 is going to be a BIG year
United Way Manitowoc County is 90 years old!
Throughout 2020, we'll be celebrating our major milestone with exciting events and flashbacks in recognition of all the incredible time, talent and resources given to support United Way Manitowoc County over the years. Be sure to stay tuned in via our newsletter, website and social media channels for news and updates all year long!
To kick things off, we are excited to launch our 2020 Community Engagement Calendar! We've packed the calendar with events and opportuities for you, your team and your family to learn about United Way's mission and get involved.
Click here
to print out our new 2020 Community Engagement Calendar!
The United Way Manitowoc County staff and Board of Directors look forward to deepening our connection with you this year!
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File your taxes for FREE with MyFreeTaxes
United Way is once again partnering with H&R Block to bring our community MyFreeTaxes. New this year, H&R Block has removed the income cap for MyFreeTaxes, meaning anyone of any income with a simple return can safely, easily and accurately file both their federal and state returns for free from their mobile device, tablet or computer.
You can now begin filing your taxes at
MyFreeTaxes.com
. If you have any questions about the program, contact the United Way Manitowoc County office at 682-8888.
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Join our 211 Day Celebration
On Tuesday, February 11, United Ways across the country are celebrating 211 Day, a day to celebrate and raise awareness about our vital 211 services. This cirtical resource connects our community members with the health and human services they are in need of, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for free.
Locally, United Way Manitowoc has a lot to celebrate! In 2019, due to our efforts promoting 211 across the community, Manitowoc County residents' calls to 211 increased by 40%!
To celebrate and continue to raise awareness about 211, we’re hosting a community information session, followed by a training for nonprofits and organizations at 9 am on Tuesday, February 11.
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$111,000+ Saved on Prescription Medications
We are excited to share that in 2019, Manitowoc County residents saved $111,646 on their prescription medications, a 29% increase in savings from 2018, thanks to our partnership with
FamilyWize
. Through this partnership, we promote and distribute free, easy to use FamilyWize Prescription Discount Cards that when presented at the pharmacy counter, immediately lowers the cost of prescription medications by an average of 45%. Since the partnership began in 2009, we’ve helped 6,135 people in Manitowoc County save a total of $675,370 on their prescription medications.
To take advantage of the savings that FamilyWize offers, consumers can visit
our website
to print off a card, stop by the United Way Manitowoc County office to pick up a card or download the free FamilyWize app. Companies can also call 682-8888 to request FamilyWize Cards for their employees.
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Visit our Volunteer Connection Center
Interested in finding more ways to give back to your community and Manitowoc County’s nonprofit organizations? Visit our
Volunteer Connection Center
to find volunteer opportunities for over 30 local organizations. New opportunities are added each day!
Additionally, if you’re interested in workplace volunteer opportunities for your employees or team, contact our office to discuss Company Days of Caring – tailored volunteer experiences designed to help companies carry out their philanthropic goals. Call 682-8888 or email
courtney@unitedwaymanitowoccounty.org
to discuss further.
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We're a Nonprofit of the Year Nominee
Thank you for nominating United Way Manitowoc County for the 2019 Non-Profit of the Year Award. We are truly honored and look forward to attending The Chamber of Manitowoc County's Awards of Distinction at the Capitol Civic Centre on Tuesday!
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Give a Gift that Makes a Local Impact
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Thank You
Thank you Seehafer News for serving as our official 2020 media sponsor! We appreciate your continued support.
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