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August 2023

#1 Workplace Campaign Kicks Off August 31 - Register Now

This Year’s Campaign Theme is Be BOLD.

United Way of Marathon County would like to invite you to our Campaign Kickoff on August 31, at 11:30 am held at Northcentral Technical College,1000 W. Campus Dr., Wausau, WI 54401.

It is highly encouraged that every company involved in a United Way campaign send at least one representative to the event. You will learn about supporting our new BOLD goal, find out how our Instant Impact grants are supporting community initiatives, be part of a volunteer activity, and get all the supplies needed for a successful campaign.

Questions? Contact Amanda Flannery at 715-297-5706 or email aflannery@unitedwaymc.org

#2 You Are INVITED - Community Closet Ribbon Cutting August 17

Join us Thursday, August 17 at noon to celebrate the grand opening of our Community Closet.

We would like to thank Climb Design and Brad Bedessem for creating our new Community Closet logo!

This event is hosted by the Greater Wausau Area Chamber of Commerce.

#3 Power of the Purse Raises $53,500!

Women United’s annual fundraiser Power of the Purse raised $53,500 this year – a 15 percent increase from 2022!

There were 280 amazing supporters at the event held Thursday, June 8 at the beautiful Hilton Garden Inn located in Wausau. Thank you to everyone who attended and all those who volunteered.

Power of the Purse benefits the United Way of Marathon County’s Women United Affinity Group by giving to programs to increase stability and improve lives for Women in our community.

#4 August is Make-A-Will Month!

Are you familiar with National Make-A-Will Month (MAWM)? It's an annual observance that emphasizes the importance of creating a will. Here are a few reasons why you might want to complete this essential task:

• Security: Creating your will and estate plan allows you to communicate important financial and healthcare decisions, so you’re prepared for whatever the future may hold.
• Peace of mind: A will allows you to provide for the people and pets you love, so you know that no matter what, they will be supported.
• Impact: By including a legacy gift in your will, you can sustain our efforts to create a thriving Marathon County for generations to come.

United Way invests in an estate planning tool from FreeWill to support our community in completing this important task, and making a generational difference for our mission if they so choose.

Questions? Contact Amanda Flannery at 715-297-5706 or email aflannery@unitedwaymc.org

#5 Upcoming Events & Activities

August 12 - Farm to Feast

August 17 - Community Closet Ribbon Cutting

August 22 - Women United 15th Anniversary

August 23 - Emerging Leaders Pop-Up Dinner

August 31 - Campaign Kickoff Event

September 4 - Farm Harvest Days at Cattail Organics

September 19 - Lunch, Learn & Do (Period Poverty)

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