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Quotes from our Volunteers

Without the support of business professionals within the community that give of their time and energy to the United Way, we would not be able to, year after year; achieve such success. Here we wish to spotlight such individuals that offer so much to the United Way of Greater Lorain County:

Who: Maggie Kelch

Occupation: Community Relations Manager, Ross Environmental Services, Inc.

Volunteer capacity: Volunteer on United Way’s Marketing Committee

Why does Maggie volunteer for United Way:

"I volunteer for United Way because I know that my efforts are going to make a difference in our community.  United Way assesses community needs and then focuses its resources on meeting the most critical needs in our community. So I know that my volunteer efforts, as well as my financial contributions, are going to help where help is needed the most." Maggie Kelch

Who: Leonard DeLuca

Occupation: Retired Businessman, Community Volunteer

Volunteer capacity: Volunteer on United Way’s Board of Director’s

Why does Len volunteer for United Way:

"United way has always been one of my volunteer priorities through the years. I truly believe in the mission of UW and believe the process touches the greatest number of those in need. It has been fulfilling serving in the many capacities at the UW and hope that in some small way I have my contribution has made a difference.” Len DeLuca

Who: Jeff Miller

Occupation: Lorain County Board of MR/DD

Volunteer capacity: Day of Caring Volunteer

Why does Jeff volunteer for United Way:

"I volunteer because you get far more out of it than you put in, and in today’s society, what else can you say that about?” Jeff Miller


In This Issue:
Fresh new look for United Way

Fund Distribution Volunteers are busy reviewing agency programs

Quotes from our volunteers
(Read why they volunteer for United Way)

Read why Emerge supports the United Way

United Way Thanks Community Supporters

Upcoming events at our partner agencies

What’s all the talk about Community Impact

Save the Date:
Day of Caring Meeting
Wednesday, June 1, 2005
8:30a.m.
United Way offices

Campaign Kickoff/Day of Caring
Friday, September 9, 2005
7:00a.m. - 8:45a.m.
Westfield Shoppingtown Midway Mall

Lorain County United Way
1875 North Ridge Rd. East Suite H
Lorain, OH 44055
Ph:(440) 277-6530
Fax: (440) 277-7409
E-mail: jwillis@uwglc.net
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