United Way 2007 Campaign Ends
With HUGE Success!
United Way of Greater Lorain County has for the first time in five years, surpassed their goal of $2,750,000 by raising a total of $2,842,824.95, which is 3.4% over the goal. The announcement was made before 200+ attendees at their Annual Campaign Celebration held on March 26 th at the Elyria Holiday Inn.
“Joy…Joy…Joy…Unspeakable Joy” were the words that flowed from Campaign Chair, Sherman Jones’ mouth as he came to the podium to announce the campaign results. “We are very pleased with the success of the Campaign,” said Jones, Superintendent of Elyria Public Utilities. “It is my honor to have served as Campaign Chair and share in the commitment that the community has made by investing in The United Way of Greater Lorain County and their network of partner agencies.”
The Celebration recognizes the many volunteers who made the Campaign a success. The “Community Spirit” award was given to PolyOne Corporation for their energetic campaign efforts, employee support specific to United Way, and participation. The “Community Impact” award was presented to Nordson Corporation in recognition for their exemplary corporate leadership, dedication and community involvement that bettered lives and the community. An “Employee Campaign Manager of the Year” award was given to William J. Braun, Vice President Global Quality Assurance at Invacare Corporation for recognition of his successful accomplishments and dedication in planning & running an employee giving campaign. And, the “Not-for-Profit” organization award, a newly created award, was received by Nord Center for their spirit and dedication exemplified in their fund raising and volunteer activities.
Also, 13 Hometown Heroes were honored for their dedication & commitment to volunteering at United Way partner agencies. And finally, the most prestigious award, the “Caring Heart Award”, was presented by Gerald Skully, Executive Director of United Way of Greater Lorain County to Maria Zolli for her efforts while performing exceptional volunteer service for The United Way of Greater Lorain County. Her service to the community has been demonstrated over and over through her efforts of working with the United Way. Maria has been a good-will ambassador of the United Way for the past 10 years.
Additional points of interest about the 2007 Campaign:
- There were 21 companies and organizations that had 100% of their employees contribute to United Way of Greater Lorain County.
- Over 10,000 people contributed to this year’s campaign
- 434 people gave $500 or more
- 299 people gave $1,000 or more
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Days of Caring - Pick a Project Meeting
June 11, 2008 8:30 a.m. at
Lorain National Bank
(downtown Lorain branch)
June 21, 2008 - National Day of Action
August 15, 2008 - 2008 Campaign Celebration Kick-off
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