United Way

Bippus State raises over $9000 for UW

By Sara Brown on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012

The United Way of Huntington County thanks Bippus State Bank for raising over $9,000 as a 2012 Pacesetter.  One of many fundraisers included a Pizza Hut event with employees volunteering their time to wait on customers.

Pictured:
Front Row L-R: Erin Carter, Meghan Kline, Jenn Hanson, Gaye Krumanaker, Eric Fawcett
Back Row L-R: Jeana McElhaney, Marla Johnson, Dawn Downs, Cathy Johnson, Susie Ray, Ryan Warner

Mayor Fetters stopped on Market Street

By Sara Brown on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012

Breaking News: Mayor Fetters stopped for speeding while spreading the word about the 2012 United Way Campaign!  The Mayor and LU were detained by Police Chief EJ Carroll for hot-rodding down Market Street.

Ok so it was all in fun but help the Mayor get the word out as the Campaign gets kicked off!!

Strick named Executive Director of UW

By Lamont Neal on Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Jenna Strick has been hired as Executive Director of United Way of Huntington County, effective January 1. Pat Horoho, former Executive Director will be retiring in April.  We wish both Jenna and Pat the best of luck. 

Kiss a Pig Contest Held at Northwest

By Cari Neal on Sunday, October 24th, 2010

Northwest students and staff recently participated in their United Way campaign.  As a part of their campaign a “Kiss a Pig” contest was held.  Students placed their vote for the teacher they wished to kiss the pig.  The teacher with the most money was the lucky winner.  This years winner, bringing in the most money, was kindergarten teacher, Mrs... Read More...

Kiss the Pig

By Lamont Neal on Sunday, October 3rd, 2010

Four local agency leaders and a pig have decided to ban together to raise funds for the 2010 United Way Campaign. Jan Williams of Youth Services Bureau, Mike Rohler of the American Red Cross, Dan Akeley of the YMCA, and Mandy Reber of the Boys and Girls Club have entered a competition in which the winner actually loses... Read More...

3rd Annual LIVE UNITED Mini-Triathlon

By Lamont Neal on Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

United Way of Huntington County and Parkview Huntington Hospital are teaming up to hold the 3rd Annual LIVE UNITED TEAM Mini-Triathlon and One-Mile Fun Walk.  This year’s event will take place on Sunday, September 12, 2010 with registration starting at noon and opening ceremonies at 1:00 PM... Read More...

United Way says thanks you

By Lamont Neal on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

The United Way held their thank you luncheon Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 at St. Peter’s First Community Church. The luncheon was to thank all who were involved with the 2009 Campaign (donors and volunteers)  and to wrap up of the 2009 Campaign.
 
The United Way funded Agencies provide the food for the luncheon as their way of thanking the community for their support and involvement... Read More...

United Way Pacesetters Give Back

By Lamont Neal on Monday, July 20th, 2009

As the 2009 Pacesetter Campaign kicks off, some companies decided to do more than just their traditional fun events to rally support for the United Way Campaign. This year, the United Way’s theme is “Serving Our Community” and this year’s financial Pacesetter companies wanted to find a way to do just that... Read More...

Pacesetters Seeking Bingo Participants

By Lamont Neal on Monday, July 20th, 2009

 As the 2009 Pacesetter Campaigns are underway, fun events are taking place to generate excitement and involvement for the United Way Campaign. Beacon Credit Union, Teachers Credit Union, and First Federal Savings Bank are joining efforts for a new event, Prize Basket Bingo. 

The event will take place Thursday, August 6 at 6:30 pm at Heritage Hall, Hiers Park... Read More...