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"To increase the organized capacity of people to help others." |
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First Fair Share Donor Car Giveaway finalist - Nicholas Walden |
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It was a record start to the Catawba County United Way’s annual Fair Share Donor Car Giveaway on Thursday.
Employees of companies participating in this year’s Catawba County United Way campaign who are Fair Share Donors (1 hour pay per month) go into 10 drawings starting in September for a chance at being a finalist to win a car donated by Paramount Automotive Group in Hickory.
This year, there were 460 Fair Share Donors from 18 local companies in week one. Nicholas Walden, from Peoples Bank, was the first finalist drawn.
The drawings are done every Thursday by Martin Starnes & Associates, CPAs.
The winner will be decided in December at Paramount Automotive in Hickory.
While the car giveaway is a fun way to help celebrate the annual Catawba County United Way campaign, every donation made to the CCUW helps support local programs that improve the lives of those in need.
The CCUW Fair Share Car Giveaway tradition was started when Benny Yount, owner of Paramount Automotive, decided he wanted a way to help support the annual Catawba County United Way campaign and meet the needs in our community.
The Catawba County United Way’s work is focused on the building blocks for a good life: education, income and health. In 2021, local agencies who received funding from the CCUW helped improve the lives of more than 20,000 individuals.
Donor gifts helped fund tutoring and mentoring programs for at-risk youth, provided shelter for the homeless, provided crisis assistance for families, provided sexual assault services, support emergency and disaster services, supported services for seniors and provide assistance with recovery.
For more information, call 828-327-6851 or visit THIS LINK.
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United Way's Race United event shares message with thousands |
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Catawba County United Way wants to thank everyone who helped make the recent Ready to Race United event at the Hickory Motor Speedway's championships a success.
The stands, this past Saturday, were packed with more thank 2,100 in attendance.
The CCUW raised more than $26,000 in sponsorships to help make it a free night of racing and fireworks for the public and to help jump-start its annual campaign.
But this was about more than crowning race champions, it also was an opportunity to inform the public about who to call in a time of crisis. More than a dozen local non-profits shared information in the resource fair prior to the races.
Last year, NC 211 (the United Way of North Carolina's community resource hotline) received more than 160,000 requests for help, with 1,951 calls specific to Catawba County.
Many of those local agencies who responded to those 2-1-1 calls were at this year's event. Thank You again to everyone who was part of this experience, and we look forward to doing it again next year.
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Let's celebrate our amazing volunteers |
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From helping collect food, to sorting and preparing donated clothing, to manning an information desk, to sharing a kind word with someone facing a crisis, Catawba County can’t say THANK YOU enough to our volunteers.
So it’s time to recognize those outstanding individuals who make all the difference when it comes to helping local non-profits.
The Catawba County United Way is planning to host the annual Giving from the
Heart Volunteer Awards on Nov. 9 to help recognize these invaluable individuals. The event will be held at The Heritage Barn in Conover.
One agency/organization may submit a maximum of five nominations in each category: adult individual, youth and group. Nominations are due by Oct. 17.
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United Way Cross Country Invitational registration still open |
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The Catawba County United Way Cross Country Invitational will be held at Southside Park in Newton on Oct. 12, and there is still room for teams to register for this classic race.
We expect to have more extras for teams, including cheer cards, a photo booth and a personal record bell, all sponsored by Dick’s Sporting Goods.
UNITED WAY 2022,
all caps. Registration closes on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at midnight.
As in the past, the registration amount due per school is $50.
Entry limited to 21 males and 21 females per school. Please do not run more than 14 in a single race. Start line space is limited.
Community Service Project Requirement
Schools are reminded this is a community service, project-oriented event focused on improving literacy among youth. All service projects must be completed by Oct. 3 to ensure your spot at the event.
Along with the information on the registration sheet, we need 4 – 6 photos of your team during their project to create a poster used to illustrate your team’s work.
The projects will be judged, and the top three teams will receive a monetary prize they can use to support a non-profit program in their community.
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Christmas Bureau accepting applications |
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This year’s annual Catawba County Christmas Bureau will be held on Dec. 14,15 and 16.
The Christmas Bureau is a collaborative effort among many Catawba County agencies and organizations to provide toys, food, clothing and coats to children and teenagers in need of assistance during the Christmas season.
To reserve an appointment, to complete an application for your family visit - www.ecccm.org/cccb – please share the link with anyone who you think may need it.
Applications will be taken by appointment only the first three weeks of October, Monday – Thursday.
If you cannot access the online site, call 828-465-1702 (ECCCM) or 828-322-2535 (Salvation Army) to schedule your appointment.
What’s Required to Register
· Photo ID or passport for each applying adult.
· Birth certificate or Medicaid card for all children in the household.
· Custody papers as applicable.
· Current food stamp award letter or proof of all monthly income and expenses.
· Proof of Catawba County residency.
· Complete information for all children in household 17 and under and still in school.
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What's happening - news and updates from local non-profits |
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We've all heard the phrase - "It takes a village," and in the non-profit world it's true. The Catawba County United Way enjoys building relationships with its community partners and sees how much greater our impact is because of our collective efforts every day.
Below are some upcoming programs and events from just a few of those partners...please share, and if you're interested, the Catawba County Interagency Council meets the second Thursday every month at the United Way office - 2760 Tate Blvd SE in Hickory.
Call 828-327-6851 for more information.
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NC 211 provides resources, piece of mind for those in need |
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NC 211 is the health and human services information line provided by United Way of North Carolina. Catawba County United Way is one of several community partners who help fund this program.
If you or someone you know needs help dial 2-1-1 or visit nc211.org.
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Since 1944, the Catawba County United Way has been dedicated to increasing the capacity of people to help others. To learn more about the CCUW's mission contact us at 828-327-6851 or visit ccunitedway.com.
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