Trunk or Treat – October 27, 2013

Trunkortreat-500x325Join us for a fun, family-friendly event with United Way Young Leaders, community partners, and volunteers as they decorate the trunks of their cars and fill them with candy and treats. Participants will also learn more about United Way. Bring your little ghosts and ghouls, princesses and superheroes in costume to TRUNK-or-TREAT with us! View photos from past TRUNK-or-TREAT events. There will be games and even a prize for best trunk!

When: Sunday, October 27th from 1-3pm
Where: North Carolina A&T State University (From Market Street, turn onto Laurel Street and park in parking deck next to Bluford Library)

Help us cover our small event expenses so that we can provide a safe, fun, festive event for families to enjoy together.  Any proceeds will benefit United Way’s work in the community. We still need your help to make it happen! 

Thank you to Lincoln Financial Group who has stepped up to be a sponsor.

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Handbags for Hope – October 15, 2013

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UPDATE 9/26/2013: This event is now SOLD OUT!

Gather your girlfriends for a night of philanthropy and fun. This year’s celebration of fashion and compassion is hosted by United Way of Greater Greensboro Women’s Leadership with presenting sponsor LF USA. We will auction off hundreds of new and gently used designer handbags. Get ready to score a jaw-dropping deal! All proceeds benefit United Way of Greater Greensboro and its work to address our community’s most critical issues.

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When:
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Doors Open at 5:45pm
Live Auction Begins at 6:30pm

Where: 
The Regency Room
located in The Elm Street Center
203 S. Elm Street, Greensboro
*Complimentary Parking in Adjacent Deck

Price: 
$20 admission includes bidding number, wine, and heavy appetizers
*Special Splurge* Gather your girlfriends for a very special VIP experience. The Girlfriend Package ($150) includes: select preview party from 5:00-5:45pm with “buy-it-now” options, 6 seats at a private table, wine with keepsake glasses, heavy appetizers, and a specialty dessert tray for the table.

Tell your friends to register at UnitedWayGSO.org/handbags

For more information, contact Julie Longmire at 336-378-5023 or julie.longmire@unitedwaygso.org

PRESS RELEASE: United Way of Greater Greensboro and Greensboro Public Library Hosts United For Literacy Event with Special Guest Miss North Carolina 2013

NEWS RELEASE

September 9, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:
Dana Ziolkowski Carter
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Phone: 336-378-6617
dana.ziolkowski@unitedwaygso.org

(Greensboro, NC) – According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, more than 850,000 adults in North Carolina experience reading and writing difficulties that seriously affect their daily lives and that of their families. United Way of Greater Greensboro is working to drastically reduce that number.

Just in time for National Literacy Month in September, United Way of Greater Greensboro is partnering with Greensboro Public Library for a literacy awareness and volunteer recruitment fair on September 23, 2013, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fair will take place at the Greensboro Public Library, Central Branch, 219 North Church Street, Greensboro.

“By convening philanthropists, volunteers, and community partners on issues like literacy, we can make a real impact,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “Our community is full of people with a servant’s heart. We have a critical need for volunteer readers and tutors. On September 23, we will connect the dots.”

In addition to raising awareness about literacy needs and resources available in Greensboro, community members interested in volunteering will find out how and where they can serve as readers and tutors. Ten local nonprofits will be represented at this event to recruit volunteers and inform citizens on how to be involved. Miss North Carolina 2013 Johna Edmonds will kick off the event at 11 a.m. Edmonds works to promote literacy in America’s youth and will be on hand to talk about the importance of youth literacy, sign autographs and snap photos with participants during the event. Chick-fil-A will provide refreshments for guests. This event is free and open to the public.
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LIVE UNITED
United Way of Greater Greensboro advances the common good by supporting programs, initiatives, member agencies, and partners meeting the critical needs in our community of education, income, and health. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit UnitedWayGSO.org.

United for Literacy – September 23, 2013

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A literacy awareness and volunteer recruitment fair:

Monday, September 23, 2013. 11am-1pm. 

Greensboro Public Library – Central Branch
219 North Church St, Greensboro
Hosted by United Way of Greater Greensboro & Greensboro Public Library

September is National Literacy Month. Be the one to volunteer and help your community! Come by any time between 11am and 1pm on Monday, September 23 to learn about community organizations and ways you can get involved as a reading volunteer or tutor.

Don’t miss the 11am kick off featuring Miss North Carolina 2013 Johna Edmonds! Chick-fil-A will provide refreshments to our attendees (first come first served).
Participants include:

Black Child Development
Greensboro Public Library – Glenwood Branch
Guilford Technical Community College
Guilford Child Development
Guilford County Public Schools
Hope Academy
Reading Connections
Senior Resources of Guilford
Thriving at 3
Tristans Quest
Volunteer Center of Greensboro
YWCA of Greensboro

A big “thank you” to our partner Greensboro Public Library, and sponsors Chick Fil A, Barnes & Nobles Bookstores and Edward McKay’s Used Books and More. A very special thanks for all of our community partners and programs participating in the event.

Questions? Contact Carie Jones-Barrow at carie.barrow@unitedwaygso.org or call 336-378-6613.

PRESS RELEASE: United Way of Greater Greensboro Hosts Community Open House, Remembers 9/11

NEWS RELEASE
August 28, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:
Dana Ziolkowski
United Way of Greater Greensboro
Ph: 336-378-6617
dana.ziolkowski@unitedwaygso.org

Greensboro, NC – Join United Way of Greater Greensboro as it celebrates community and philanthropy with an Open House Community Celebration on Wednesday, September 11 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Open House will take place in front of the United Way office at 1500 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro, NC.

The Open House will celebrate and recognize dynamic volunteers and advocates, generous donors, exceptional corporate and community partners, along with United Way’s board members, staff, and new president.

“On this important day in our country’s history, we will celebrate the dedication, generosity and love of mankind it takes to build a thriving Greensboro,” says Michelle Gethers-Clark, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Greensboro. “We work to give every single person access to health services, every child the tools to succeeds in school and in life, and every family resources to gain employment and be self-sustainable. We’re in this for the long haul.”

In recognition of September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, United Way of Greater Greensboro has partnered with the Volunteer Center of Greensboro to provide two service projects at its Open House to benefit active and veteran service men and women.

“The Volunteer Center is excited to be partnering with United Way for the September 11
National Day of Service and Remembrance,” says Carley Swaim, executive director of Volunteer Center of Greensboro. “It is important to give back on a day that impacted many American lives. Dedicating our time and efforts to our veterans and active military perpetuate the sentiment of unity in our community.”

United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Open House Community Celebration is free and open to the public. Lunch will be served beginning at noon on a first come, first served basis. Food trucks will be available with additional items to purchase. A brief presentation will begin at 12:30 p.m. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by September 2 to Artis Farrington at 336-378-6610 or Artis.Farrington@UnitedWayGSO.org.

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LIVE UNITED
United Way of Greater Greensboro advances the common good by supporting programs, initiatives, member agencies, and partners meeting the critical needs in our community of education, income, and health. United Way is a worldwide network in 41 countries and territories, including more than 1,200 local organizations in the U.S. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. To give, advocate and volunteer, visit UnitedWayGSO.org.

The Volunteer Center of Greensboro strengthens our community by creating meaningful volunteer connections. We connect people, promote volunteerism, support nonprofits and build partnerships.