Summer Newsletter
Mission Statement - Improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of all Knox County Communities to create lasting change
In this issue:
  • United Way opens new store front
  • Campaign theme determined - Chairs announced
  • Kickoff event planned at Pavilion with build theme
  • Day of Caring plans - Sept. 15th and 16th
  • Chili Cookoff schedules date and location
  • UWKC volunteers help the Historic Half-Marathon
  • Board members retire and celebrate
  • System of Care Train the Trainer event
  • Duke grant obtained for St. Vincent de Paul
  • Homeless Task Force updates
UWKC moves to Main Street
With assistance from the City of Vincennes and Knox County government, the UWKC relocated to the former Chamber of Commerce office at 316 Main Street. A ribbon cutting and open house was held with the Mayor and chamber officials assisting. Multiple community partners benefited from the move from Old National Bank which donated furniture and supplies to PACE, Children and Family Services, Blue Jean Center, Vincennes University, Salvation Army and Hope's Voice receiving items. Some significant art work was also donated to UWCC art with a heart and the Old Northwest Art Guild our new neighbors.
Chattin & Kerzan to chair 2022 campaign. Ryan Chattin and Kolby Kerzan partners in Goosehead Insurance have agreed to chair the UWKC 2022 campaign
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September 15th and 16th targeted for the 2022 Day of Caring.
Arrangements are being made with area agencies and local communities to arrange for multiple projects to be completed this fall. As many as 500 volunteers will take to the streets, parks, and agencies to clean up, fix up, and collect significant food pantry and other items for our county partners.
Homeless Task Force
The Task Force is currently in the process of applying for one of two grants being offered by the Division of Mental Health and Addiction that would help us build our referral portal, screening, and access to services. We are also working with the Mayor's office, First City Sunrise, local landlords, and developers to pursue larger federal grants for possible development of temporary shelter or living arrangements.
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Chili Cookoff to return downtown
Plans are underway to hold a family friendly chili tasting and fund raising event for UWKC on the evening of Friday October 21st at Patrick Henry Square. Patrons can vote for their favorite teams on line but then also taste the various chili's and vote for their favorite.
Our Volunteers are Everywhere!
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Volunteers from United Way helped with the inaugural historic half marathon sponsored by the Young Rotarians. The Old Chicago water station was one of the most spirited on the 13.1 mile route. "
Retiring Board Members Honored for Service at June board meeting
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Executive Director Mark Hill is pictured with Duane Chattin, Elizabeth Miller Holka, Bunny Ostendorf, and Miriam Boyd honored for their years of service to the UWKC board. Also pictured are board President Ross Martin and incoming President Tara Ellerman. [Not pictured Scott Staggs]


United Way board votes to support Christyn's Place as a Gold sponsor.
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Cub League salutes
United Way
Vincennes Cub League has posted a United Way banner in recognition of UWKC donation to the rebuilding of the Blue Diamond to better accommodate physically challenged individuals in Buddy Ball. Next season the new banner will hang next to the Buddy Ball Poster.


Train the Trainer event 7/18
United Way has teamed with the Good Samaritan Foundation in presenting a free training opportunity for middle management staff responsible for front line case managers and navigators. The System of Care sponsored event will feature presenters from multiple social service agencies with presentations on Wabashvalleyconnect.org and Charity Tracker. Interested in attending you can click on Eventbrite to register.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/knox-county-system-of-care-presents-ready-resilient-kids-conference-tickets-367081820607
Mark Hill executive director of UWKC and Kurt Phegley of Duke Energy present St. Vincent de Paul with a much needed check to support their food pantry.
UPCOMING EVENTS UNITED WAY OF KNOX COUNTY
  • Quarterly Partner Agency Meeting Tuesday July 12th at noon Kemper CPA group
  • Children and Family Services Golf Outing Friday July 29th
  • United Way Campaign Kickoff Thursday August 25th at 4:30
  • Homeless Task Force September 13th at 9:00 a.m. Helping His Hands
  • Days of Caring September 15th and 16th
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United Way of Knox County
P.O. Box 198
Vincennes, IN 47591
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