Leadership Circle Reception On December 1st, United Way Blackhawk Region (UWBR) held its annual Leadership Circle Reception at the beautiful Ironworks Hotel Beloit. Thank you to our generous sponsors of the event, United Way's 2022 volunteer Board of Directors. The festive evening included holiday tidings from our CEO, an inspirational story of United Way's 211 by Director Ed Wall, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and a special "211 Christmas Call." Thanks to all who attended this celebration, and help us fight for a stronger community year-round.

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Sponsorship As is customary, United Way donor dollars are not used to pay for the annual Leadership Circle Reception. The gracious hosts of this year's event were our own 2022 volunteer Board of Directors (pictured). If you, or your organization is interested in serving as the 2023 Leadership Circle Reception Sponsor - please let us know soon. Plans for next year's event are already underway. Interested in hosting?

MEET our Board of Directors

With Sympathy United Way extends our condolences to the family members, friends, and community partners mourning the loss of Sue Stein. As the (recently retired) Executive Director for Nutrition and Health Associates, Sue's fierce advocacy undoubtedly improved thousands of local lives. Our hearts go out to the Blackhawk Region during this time of sorrow.

Shop UNITED Find the perfect gift or a stylish outfit for the holidays at locally-owned and operated, Urban Boutique. For the third year in a row, Urban Boutique has teamed up with United Way, for this exciting SHOP UNITED event. Beginning with a Facebook LIVE Sale at 8 p.m. on Sunday, December 11, Urban Boutique will generously donate 20% of its sales to United Way Blackhawk Region; online and in-store sales through December 17 will also be included. Thank you, Urban Boutique! We are grateful to SHOP UNITED with you. Check out Urban Boutique

Workplace Campaigns As we approach year-end and workplace giving wraps-up, we are excited to see an uptick in community campaign results as compared to this time last year. Please tally and seal your campaign envelopes and contact Liz Menz at (608) 314.8421 for pick-up. If you haven't kicked off your United Way campaign, don't worry - there is still time to do so! The GIVE & WIN Sweepstakes deadline is 4 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2023. We VALUE our Corporate Partners

We Love the Blackhawk Region! If you follow United Way Blackhawk Region on social media, you've been able to see #ThankfulThursday posts touting corporate and community partnerships, a #FridayFact campaign featuring 10th anniversary stats, grant announcements, volunteer appreciation, and so much more! UWBR has awarded grants to 174 programs since the 2012 unification. 30+ local, effective programs aligned with our focus areas of health, education, and financial stability currently receive UWBR funding. Designations are restricted to programs approved by local volunteers and the Board of Directors. UWBR dollars are not allocated to Planned Parenthood or abortion services. Initiatives named by the Community Impact Council include affordable housing and early literacy. More than $20.7 Million dollars has been invested in our community, thanks to the generosity of supporters like you. Engage with United Way Blackhawk Region on your favorite social media channels and encourage your coworkers and friends to join in the fun.

Outgoing Board Member United Way Blackhawk Region thanks and congratulates Geoff Rand on completing two 3-year terms on the volunteer Board of Directors! Geoff's United Way leadership included: Executive Committee Finance Committee Chair Community Grants Review Panelist (former) Stateline United Way Board member and Chair Thank you for your dedicated service to our community, Geoff!

United Way's 211 The holidays can be a tough time, remember United Way's 211 can provide the assistance needed to brighten the season. Someone is standing by to talk to you 24/7/365 — simply dial 211. You may also text your zip code to 898211. Hours may vary, and standard message and data rates may apply. Nonprofits: if there are seasonal or holiday changes to your programs, please be sure to update 211 so the trained Specialists provide accurate referrals to neighbors in need of resources.

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Tune In United Way Blackhawk Region will be the "Showcase Janesville Presentation" on Monday, December 12 at Janesville's City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. Tune in live on JATV Media Services or online. UWBR in the NEWS Increased Support While it's still early in terms of forecasting results, we are pleased to recognize the following corporate partners for increases in 2022: Baker Tilly Blackhawk Bank City of Janesville ECHO, Inc. Festival Foods First National Bank & Trust Company Harris Ace Hardware Pieper Power Robert W. Baird & Co. School District of Milton South Beloit Community School District Valmet Wegner CPAs Thank you for your generous support in the fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. Holiday Tree Show We are delighted to participate in Rock County Historical Society's Holiday Tree Show. Find United Way's beautiful LIVE UNITED tree in the famous Lincoln Bedroom of the Lincoln Tallman House. MORE about Tree Show Holiday Schedule United Way Blackhawk Region wishes you and your a joyous holiday season! Please note, offices will be closed December 23 and 26, as well as January 2, 2023. If you are need of help or community resources, please call United Way's 211.

United Way Blackhawk Region (UWBR) fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. For another consecutive year, our sound fiscal management practices, commitment to accountability and transparency have earned UWBR top ratings from the nation's largest charity evaluators.

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