I am proud to be a Board Member of the Callaway County United Way, our board takes business seriously and we do our very best to be good stewards of the monies donated to the United Way. We have an awesome director who goes above and beyond her role to make sure our United Way stays connected with the community. We also reach out to work with the agencies to collaborate efforts amongst agencies to ensure our dollars are most effective.
As a long time board member and volunteer, I can't say enough good things about our organization. We have hard-working agencies that strive -- and succeed -- every day to serve the needs of our community. We have a great Executive Director, and a truly engaged board, that cares deeply for this community. Use of funds are scrutinized to ensure they are used per agreement/needs. We are always looking back to our mission statement to be sure we are on target, and thinking outside of the box regarding fundraising, security additional volunteers, and making sure our messages and info about programs and services available are being heard by those that need it the most. Because of the caring people in Callaway County, we are successful in getting the job done!
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I have been involved with this United Way for approximately 13 years as a donor, and for the last 5 as a board member and volunteer.
We are constantly working to improve our organization -- whether it be through establishing goals, a strategic plan, re-working our mission statement, revising our application and process, trying to "think outside the box" in terms of fundraising, and more.
It is amazing that we are able to accomplish so much for our agencies and community -- and the true reason why can be attributed to the dedication and skills of our one employee. Not a day goes by without another idea or suggestion is mentioned for ways we might look at our organization differently, or something new we might try in order to reach out both to those in need and those that can help.
There is much more that we can do, as the needs of the community are great. I am happy to be a part of such a dedicated group that is trying to find the best practices - the HOW - to meet these needs.
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The Callaway County United Way cares deeply for the people they serve. There is only one paid member of the board and the pay is minimal. There is essentially no overhead as there is no rented space and all postage and materials are generally donated. The board members put in a lot of their time and personal finances to try very hard to make as much money as possible to help the community as well as possible. The programs and services that the Callaway County United Way help to make possible are numerous...from helping the homeless to find shelter to helping the hungry to obtain food.
The greatest thing about the Callaway County United Way is the number of programs and services made available to our community. The United Way closely monitors their partner agencies, their programs and services, to make sure the most people are served in our community possible. The are careful that services are not duplicated. Working together was can accomplish so much!
When I was asked to serve as a board member for the Callaway County United Way, I was humbled and felt very fortunate to be able to do so. My life story is not a rags to riches drama, but there were times I needed financial assistance and utilized many of the services offered by the United Way. As I have matured and started making better decisions for myself and my family, our financial status has improved. How awesome that I can now give back to a program that I use to receive benefits from. I take being a board member very serious. I know the importance a donated scout scholarship can make to a struggling family. I realize what it means to have your utility bill paid during the coldest month of the winter. I know what a bag of groceries mean to a family in need. The Callaway County United Way funds 14 agencies that touch so many lives. The amount of research, care, planning and hard work is not measurable. Our Executive Director, hundreds of volunteers, agencies and their employees and volunteers are so important to our community. They are true representatives of the heart of Mid-Missouri.
I am now retired, but have worked for Callaway Social service agencies for about 20 years...now a volunteer. I am so proud of Callaway United Way and all the board and directors do to support local causes. The generosity of the citizens and the enormous effort the volunteers put into the programs brings a tremendous benefit to all who are served. We are a large rural county, with a small population as compared to many....but do a fantastic job serving those in need. Thanks to CCUW!!!
I am honored to be a (newer) member of the Callaway County United Way (CCUW) Board. The CCUW helps fund 14 local agencies -- from the American Red Cross (Callaway County Branch) to SERVE, a local food pantry, transportation system, senior volunteer placement agency, and thrift store. Each agency we partner with provides much-needed services within our community. Services include providing basic needs like food, shelter, and clothing, providing counseling, crisis intervention, disaster services, healthcare, housing, senior services, support groups, volunteer opportunities and much more. Vital to our community, the Callaway County United Way is there to help throughout the year.
I am so privileged to work with such a dedicated, creative, fun group of people on the CCUW Board! They account for and spend every dollar as though it were their own, working continuously to find innovative ways to raise funds to continue to support the 14 Callaway County United Way Agencies; twelve months a year. We have an awesome Executive Director and because of her we keep our Administrative costs to minimum.
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The Callaway County United Way's involvement and support continues to grow in our small community. It is an organization that strives to see to it that their campaign dollars go directly to member agencies that support children, senior citizens, the homeless and hungry in our local community. Each year we look for more ways to grown to help us reach out and touch even more individuals in need within our community!
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The Callaway County United Way funds 14 essential local agencies in Callaway County. Without funding from the CCUW many of our agencies would not exist. The programs and services provided by our partner agencies are utilized by nearly 20,000 people each year.
I am a Red Cross Volunteer, and while not currently not actively involved in Disaster Services, I have work with members and agencies supported by the Callaway County United Way. Until you have done this type of work you may not have the comprehension of just how important the United Way is and how it helps the local community. Additionally, I am not sure the general public realizes the need that exists locally since larger more global issues generate most of the news. This is a very important and critical agency that provides extremely needed assistance to a vast number of people every year. I hope it can continue to thrive and be supported in the future!
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I am a Red Cross volunteer. The Callaway County United Way continues to support our local community. Keep up the good work!
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Callaway County United Way Inc. is a charity that has helped many people of the community. It is a part of a large support network that helps those in need and brings this community together. Without the United Way as a part of the that network the network would not be nearly as effective in helping the people of Callaway County as it is now. They do a great job in outreach and communitication to make sure memebers of this county know exactly how they can be better neighbors to each other. And that is an invaluable skill.
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I belong to many organizations but I feel that the one that has the most impact on the community is the United Way.
I choose to give to the Callaway County United Way because I know my money is being well spent and cared for
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I don't have health insurance and never really needed it before. I was always healthy. But, then I had to start taking a very expensive medication each day. I didn't know how I would be to afford it then I found out about the FamilyWize program through the United Way.
I give to the United Way because that way I can help more people and more agencies than if I gave to them individuallys
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I answer phones at the radiothon where people can bid on things the CCUW is auctioning off.
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One weekend I was afraid for our lives. I called the United Way number. It was a Friday night and almost midnight. I really didn't expect anyone to answer but she did. The United Way lady was very nice and helpful. She calmed me down and told me what to do.
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My family has used United Way services. Not many realize they too have used services provided by a United Way agency. My kids have been in 4-H, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Home delivered meals for my grandmother and the SERVE bus takes her to do her shopping. And, the Red Cross contacted my cousin while he was overseas.
Donating to the United Way is the best way to support your community. With 1 donation I am able to help fund 13 local agencies at once.
This org has made a huge difference in its community. The people working there are clearly highly committed and competent and I trust no other org with my donation dollars. When i want my money to matter to someone, I entrust it to CCUW.
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I served on the Callaway County United Way board for many years. I enjoyed my time working with a diverse group of professionals and helping the community by raising much needed funds for the agencies.
One of the best services the United Way has provided the community is 2-1-1. We are lucky to have a strong United Way.
I am a volunteer. My favorite United Way event is the Celebrity Waiter Banquet. I really enjoy working with the United Way board members and the general public to help raise funds.
I have been the penny drive coordinator for our school for several years now. This is a great project for the kids and a wonderful fundraiser for the United Way.
I stayed at HAVEN House for about 12 weeks with my children. The staff there was so helpful to help me find a job, work on my debt issues, helped me find daycare and eventually a place of our own.
I volunteer at the food pantry. At one time I found myself using the food pantry but once I was able to get back on my feet I started volunteering there.
I am thankful for the local Callaway County American Red Cross Office and the classes they provide to the community.
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I support the United Way and their efforts because it funds valuable non-profit organizations in our community.
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My wife donated through payroll deduction and I make a donation through my small business.
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As a board member with the CCUW for the past five years, I have seen all aspects of our organization in action. From agency application review, to event work, to strategic planning, leadership development and more, I am amazed at how much is accomplished by this small group of people.
I taught swimming and served as a life guard for the Red Cross in Callaway County in the early 60's and now my grandchildren are taking Red Cross swimming lessons. I am proud of the number of children and adults in Callaway that know how to swim. Some of my former students still swim and they are in their 80's. Nancy McCue
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My husband and I have donated to the Callaway County United Way for over 25 years.
We believe in this organization -- the people and the programs.
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My mom and I have helped with lots of events, and we give money when we can. I also worked some at the homeless shelter to provide overnight service to residents.
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I have used the 211 service a lot in the last two years, and the perscription card too. I got a lot of information about how to get help when I was laid off and we couldn't afford to pay our utililities and buy food like we was used too.
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I help at the Senoir Center for lunch and dinners. I been doing this for 4 years, and its nice to talk with everybody.
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I see the good that Callaway County United Way does in the community with the scouts, CARDV, Serve and Our House. This is important for Fulton and Callaway County, Missouri.
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The American Red Cross Callaway County chapter does so much for the community. As a volunteer I teach several cpr/aed courses and the Chapter office is always a big help. Without this office we would notbe able to help repare as many people as we do for emergency situations. In addition to that they provide such a needed service to the community during disaster situations. Please help them help others.
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Since my move to Callaway County nine years ago, I continue to be impressed with the services offerred to the residents of the community made available through the CCUW. They have a direct effect on the quality of life here!
Callaway County is near and dear to my heart. I am a supporting board member of Callaway County American Red Cross.
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The Red Cross in Callaway County does incredible work and is an integral part of the make-up of the community. They provide assistance with single family fires with food, clothing and sheltering and planning to help disaster families get back on the road to recovery.
For many years, they have helped the community be prepared and educated for fires, ice storms, winter weather, floods and other disasters. They teach classes in CPR,First Aid and AED's, train the community with swim lessons and life guarding, pet first aid and baby sitting. They also support the military community with military messaging and loans.
Without the generous support of the United Way, the Red Cross in Callaway County could not continue to provide the high quality services and support the community at the current level.
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I have worked with the American Red Cross and this community without the United Way many people could not get the assistance they need to survive. They are truly an asset to Callaway County.
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Our Callaway County United Way helps support so many in our community. It serves a great need in helping those in our community that just need a helping hand or services that they could not afford otherwise. I don't know what we would do with out their involvement in Callaway County.
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As an employee of the American Red Cross, I see on a regular basis what the United Way does to help people prepare for and respond to emergencies/disasters. Without the funding assistance of the United Way, the resources would not be available to help people when they are at their most vulnerable.
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I appreciate the United Way and the Red Cross. Both are of great value to the community. Their service and committment are well known throughout the community. In regards to training, and response during emergency situations.
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I support the United Way because of the way the money is distributed over several organizations. The United Way reaches so many in our community.
I've been a donor to the United Way for many years.
I volunteer with a CCUW agency and have contributed to it specifically through payroll deduction from my state payroll check. I always select Callaway County agencies through the CCUW as I believe in the work it accomplishes through our donations.
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As a board member of the only organization (Our House) in the County that serves the homeless community by providing shelter, we rely on the Callaway County United Way for a major part of our funding. Were it not for their generosity, Our House would be hard pressed to keep their doors open. The local United Way Chapter has been an integral of the community for a number of years. Many not-for-profit organizations have benefited from their kindness.
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I thoroughly enjoy serving on the board of the Callaway County United Way. It is a great organization that provides much needed services to the community. It seems as if everyone involved (board, volunteers, etc) is dedicated to making the CCUW the best organization that it can be.
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I donate to the United Way because it is the right thing to do. I work for a large company and they encourage United Way participation and involvement.
I am a new Board member for the Callaway County United Way. Even though I have only been on the board for a short time I have volunteered at many of their events prior to joining the board. I believe in what my local United Way does and support their efforts.
I have given to the United Way in the past but unable to afford it since my retirement. I never thought I would need to call the United Way but I did.
My child received counseling services from one of the United Way agencies. Because of UW funds we were charged on a sliding scale.
The United Way gets results. The Callaway County United Way makes sure the programs and services they fund are getting the results our community needs.
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Investing in our community through the United Way makes sense. The Callaway County United Way takes my contribution seriously.
I prefer to designate my United Way donation to several of their agencies and the Callaway County United Way gives me that option.
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One of the options giving to United Way donors is planned giving. I have made sure that the Callaway County United Way is a beneficiary in my will.
The United Way provides several wonderful services for residents of Callaway County. Our church frequently donates food to SERVE and for their annual Christmas efforts to provide gifts for the underpriviledged. I make donations through my employer each time I am paid because this is an organization that provides so much for so many.
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The Callaway County United Way gave me a FamilyWize card. I've save thousands of dollars on my medications just in the last 12 months. I'm diabetic and have been told by insurance companies that I'm uninsurable at any price. But with 7 meds that I have to take every day, I wouldn't make ends meet without the FamilyWize card!
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Because the Callaway County United Way funds SERVE in our community, my family gets healthy meals for next to nothing. We don't need help with groceries every week, but if one of the kids gets sick, we're in trouble. Thank you, United Way. My whole family thanks you.
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Callaway United Way did this program called Woman2Woman. Because of that I got a new outfit to go on job interviews with through SERVE and the Clothes Cupboard. How cool is that. I got the job, too. Thanks CCUW
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I like this organization because they don't spend money on overhead. They don't pay rent or utilities or any of that because the boss runs the whole shootin' match out of her home. What a great investment. The money I give goes to people who NEED it, not the electric company.
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I have volunteered at the United Way Radiothon and for several agencies. A strong volunteer base along with funding makes the community strong.
Last year was the first I gave to the Callaway County United Way and I'm sure glad I did. I know that they support 13 agencies in my community that provide food, shelter, healthcare and more for people in need.
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I have given to the Callaway County United Way for many years. When I worked, I gave through payroll deductions and never even missed a dime. Now that I'm retired, I give annually with my credit card. It's a good investment
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When I give to the Callaway County United Way, I can make a difference for over 11,000 people in Callaway County.
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The Callaway County United Way makes an exceptional difference in our community. The directors, volunteers, and members all strive to to give a better quality of life for all the people of Callaway County. They are always planning and campaigning to bring in more resources for our people. I once served as a volunteer for a United Way commercial. It was a positive and fulfilling experience.
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The United Way campaign is the most effective and economical way to support hundreds of social, health and human service programs in Callaway County. The quality of life that we all enjoy would greatly diminish if United Way services were not available.
I don’t have to decide which charity is the most important.
They ALL play a vital role in our community and one gift to the United Way will help all the agencies to deliver services to people in need.
Payroll deduction makes giving both easy and affordable.
For as little as $1 a week, I can change someone's life.
My older brother gets a hot lunch everyday because of the CAllaway County United Way.
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Legal advice and services paid for by the Callaway County United Way got me out of an abusive relationship
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My company encourages their employees to give their time and resources because they recognize our responsibility to be actively involved in the community that fosters our business. We are committed to making the community even stronger and we are confident that every dollar given to the United Way provides the resources needed for Callaway County residents to improve their lives.
I believe in the Callaway County United Way because they are serving one out of every four people in Callaway County. From the youngest to the oldest, every race, every religion. It's a stellar orgainzation.
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Giving to the Callaway County United Way is my way of giving back to the community that we have had the privilege of living in for over 50 years. The United Way is the best way to give to organizations that meet the social needs of our community.
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It takes all of us, working together, to make real changes. An investment in the Callaway County United Way will make that happen. Together we can accomplish more than any single group can do on its own.
Please support the Callaway County United Way. They do great work in Fulton and the surrounding county by funding the most effective human service agencies. You just wouldn't believe all they accomplish
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Our local United Way is run by volunteers who live in Callaway County. They conduct the research, set strategic planning goals, run the community campaign, and make funding decisions. These volunteers review the United Way's monthly operations, serve on a variety of working committees, and the Board of Directors. The Callaway County's one paid staff person provides support and continuity.
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I am a volunteer for the Callaway County UNited Way and want to continue serving them with my time and my $$.
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After reading through the majority of the reviews I discovered that noboy has mentioned that a donation to the Callaway County United Way is tax-deductible. April 15th, tax day, is coming up and that is also a good fact about the United Way. Not the most important one but a good one.
The Callaway County United Way is effective & efficient... They strive to get the most out of every dollar contributed to fund programs and services that make a difference.
The CCUW supports an organization that provides legal services to people like me. Without them, I probably wouldn't have my kids. They are the best
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My Aunt Lou isn't able to drive any more. Callaway County United Way provides funding so that she can get to and from her doctor appointments in Columbia. I have to work. My parents have to work. If it weren't for the CCUW, someone would have to take off to get her to these appointments. It's a great program.
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When you give to Callaway County United Way, you give back to the community. You create lasting change in people’s lives by addressing the underlying causes of critical community needs and preventing problems from happening in the first place.
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My mother is a shut in. She has a hard time caring for herself but we want her to live independently as long as she can. CCUW funds provide the funding for nutritious meals that are delivered to her every day. Without the CCUW, my mother would probably have to be in a nursing home or assisted living. I thank God every day for the CCUW
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Because of funding from the CCUW I got the counseling I needed. I'd fallen into a drug scene and couldn't get myself out. Finally I found one of the CCUW agencies and because of them I'm clean today. The CCUW provides funding so the agency can give me a sliding scale, based on my income. Even I can afford the counseling I needed.
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You may believe that United Way services are designed for people living in poverty. The truth is one in four people in Callaway County will benefit from a United Way funded agency this year. It may be the co-worker sitting beside you, it may be your friend, your neighbor, your family member, or one day, it might be you. The United Way provides valuable services for everyone in our community.
If it weren't for the CCUW my child would not participate in several programs in the county because my family cannot afford it. the CCUW makes it possible and provides scholarships to families in need.
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The United Way is uniquely positioned to help our community because they know how and where funding is needed. They provide vital support to well-known non-profits such as the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, as well as non-nationally known charities who likely wouldn’t otherwise exist without United Way funding.
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I am a volunteer for the Callaway County United Way and hope to continue to be one for many years. They do fantastic work.
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The United Way has been around a long time in Callaway County and do great work
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I have worked with non profit organizations for many years and can say, without a doubt, the Callaway County United Way is one of the best run organizations I've ever seen. They are well organized and concientious and money is well spent
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I would not have recieved the services I did to get back on my feet without the callaway county united way. I volunteer for them now.
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When you partner with the United Way, you're assured of making the greatest impact possible. Through your gift, more children achieve success in school, more seniors are able to stay in their own homes, and more of the most vulnerable citizens receive the support they need to live productive, self-sufficient lives. United Way provides leadership, accountability and a focus on results. A United Way contribution is invested carefully in proven programs that work. Knowledgeable volunteers regularly review and evaluate United Way and the United Way supported programs to ensure financial integrity and effectiveness.
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My United Way investment, magnified by the investments of others, has the power to bring about changes that matter in the community. When I contribute, I can help more than one person or one charity. The United Way is the collective power of caring people working together toward community solutions.
Many of us living in Callaway County are fortunate. We are a part of a wonderful community but yet, we know we can make it better.
My gift of time and money to the Callaway County United Way will impact the lives of those around me. We can all make a difference by contributing to the local United Way.
When I think of all the needs in the area, and how I want to help as much as I can, I get overwhelmed. But I know that I do make a difference by Living United and giving to the Callaway County United Way.
When I contribute to Callaway County United Way, I know that I’m making a real difference in people’s lives, because they measure their results and report them to us. That gives the Callaway County United Way real credibility in my eyes.
Through the Callaway County United Way, my contribution supports the building blocks of better lives and a stronger community.
The United Way provides the necessary link between people who care and the agencies that offer the assistance. Together we can help supply the financial aid needed by agencies striving to meet the needs of many people.
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The YMCA of Callaway County is becoming a wonderful place for everyone! They not only have terrific workout & social programs, but are also beginning a community garden and children's play area. My children and I have benefitted from the YMCA. I sure hope they are able to get the extra funding - it will be put to good use for many, many people!
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Ever since we were young, we've been asked the hypothetical question, "What would you do with a million dollars?" (or something similar to that), and just because it sounded admirable, we would answer, "Give some to charity." 'When the list of charities in our community is presented to us, it can be complicated to keep up with what charity serves what purpose. However, if we donate to the United Way we are giving to 13 local charities at once.
The Callaway County United Way assures the availability of an entire network of human services. For example: A homeless family needs a roof over its head and food and clothing. If you give directly to your favorite agency, you can make this happen. But what if this family also needs day care, and counseling to leave the shelter? No one agency can do all this. United Way makes sure all these services are available from the temporary bed to the long-term solution.
No matter how much you choose to contribute, you’ll be helping to improve the lives of families in Callaway County because United Way dollars address our community’s most vital needs. My donation is joined by many others and supports a network of programs that get results.
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When you give to United Way, you make a brighter future possible for so many in our community.
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I moved from Callaway County about 12 years ago. Each year I request that my donation made through payroll deduction be directed back to the Callaway County United Way.
The United Way in Callaway County is a great organization that helps many people each year through their agencies.
I work out of town but direct my United Way donation back to the Callaway County United Way.
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I make a pledge to the United Way for several reason. First, I know that my contribution will be used in the best way possible to help people in the community. Second, I know that the United Way does not have a large administrative cost and the majority of my donation will go to the agencies and inturn help those in need.
Serve's adopt-a-family program is great for our community! There are many families that can hardly manage from month to month with their basic expenses muchless give their children anything extra for Christmas. The good citizens of our community dig deep to help others during the holiday season.
I love that the United Way holds penny drives at the schools. It teaches the kids to give back to the community at a very young age.
I contribute to the United Way because the majority of my contribution will go to help others in the community.
I donate to my local United Way because I know my contribution will be used to help others in my community.
Every dollar donated to Callaway County United Way is a dollar well spent. Our family donates because of the positive impact all of the agencies and initiatives supported by CCUW have to the health and well being of the people of our county; all people, every age group is on the receiving end of its funding efforts. I have referred people in crisis to Our House, SERVE, CARDV, the dental initiative, 2-1-1, the Red Cross and know of the benefits they have gotten from those efforts and agencies. A decade ago we often transported residents in need across county lines for services. Agencies like the YMCA and senior center focus on maintaining the well being of county residents, which is equally important. There isn't a wasted dollar; the annual campaigns help all of us to focus beyond our own lives and jobs to the good of the county as a whole.
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This is an excellent organization and a great way to give to a large variety of local causes. I have made a gift every year for the past 27 years because I know the vast majority will go directly to local agencies.
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I give as much as I can through payroll deduction because I know the United Way will make sure my contribution is doing the most good in Callaway County.
Thirteen agencies are funded by the Callaway County United Way. Agencies such as youth services like Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and 4-H. Emergency needs like SERVE and Wiley House. Services for the elderly through the Senior Center and many more.
Our small United Way is not so small!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The Callaway County United Way does great things for people in Callaway County.
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When my kids were in school, we collected pennies for the Penny Drive. It was inspiring to turn them in during the Radiothon and hear how people were helped by the donations.
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The United Way Board of Directors comprised of local community leaders governs the Callaway County United Way. Board members are selected to represent the diversity and interests of our community.
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The Callaway County United Way is a local not-for-profit organization that brings, people, health and human services agencies, government agencies and community groups together to focus resources on the most critical human care needs in our area. As a facilitator, convener, collaborator, and leader in addressing health and human service issues, the Callaway County United Way mobilizes the caring power of our community to improve the lives of our friends, family members and neighbors who are in need.
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The CCUW began in 1957, and funded a little over $19,000 to nine agencies during its first year. Over the years the mission of the organization stayed the same and the increased support of the community grew. Last year the goal for the CCUW was $260,00 and 13 agencies will be funded during 2011.
Our local United Way funds local agencies that serve nearly 1/4 the population of our county.
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The Callaway County United Way does a great job! The most impressive fact about our local United Way is their low overhead expense.
The United Way is a great clearinghouse for a variety of charities and community service organizations. Serves the community well.
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Together, we create positive, lasting change. It takes all of us together. Donors and volunteers - helping each other to make our community strong. That is what LIVE UNITED means.
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Because if United Way funding my children were able to receive a YMCA scholarship and participate in Y sports activities.
I am a former Board Member for the Callaway County United Way. During my time with the Board I was better able to understand the needs of the community.
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Volunteering is a special feeling! I have volunteered for United Way agencies for many years. The Callaway County United Way website keeps you up to date on the volunteer opportunities that are available.
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My parents were strong supporters of the United Way and I grew up believing in the United Way, their agencies and the work they do for the community. I instil the same beliefs in my children. The penny drives are a wonderful program to teach the children of our community to give back.
I would like to thank the Callaway County United Way, the Missouri Foundation for Health and other United Way's that sponsor the 2-1-1 program. It is a valuable service to our community and state.
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The Radiothon is the annual kickoff for our local United Way. It is a great event with a lot of activities and a great fundraiser for the organization.
Recycling is one of the community impact initatives of the Callaway County United Way. They recycle old cell phones and ink cartridges.
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I have called the United Way office several times over the past year to inquire about services. The Director is always friendly and helpful.
The United Way and their agencies are great and does fantastic work in our community!
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The Callaway County United Way is amazing for a small United Way. Most smaller United Way's do not have a web presence. Most do not support community impact initiatives. Most smaller United Ways are only around during campaign time. Not the CCUW!
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The Callaway County United Way does excellent work. It provides so many wonderful services to so many.
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Callaway County United Way does a great job! The organizations they support provide needed services to our community.
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The Callaway County United Way is a key factor for so many organizatios in our community! The groups they partner with touch so so many lives. They do excellent work!
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The Callaway County United Way serves so many people in its hard to sing their praises in a few words. What would our community be without the services of the Red Cross, Senior Center, CARDV, Kindgom Projects, Serve, Our House, Scouts, 4-H and the YMCA? These entities are the heart of our community; they provide life changing experiences for their participants. I can't imagine what Callaway County would be like without these programs. We are blessed and fortunate to have the opportunity for personal growth through them. Thank you United Way, keep up the good work. You are making Callaway County a better place to live.
What would this community be without the United Way? Many individuals would not receive services provided by the UW agencies. It would be a shame. The agencies need United Way funding to exist.
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The Callaway County United Way is a long-time, well run, transparent and vital organization in our community.
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I enjoy watching the campaign videos each year. The United Way is so creative with their annual campaign videos. They are very informative and get the point across.
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I have volunteered for American Red Cross and my children have been members of scouts. The CCUW helps our community and its members by providing services that would not be possible without their help.
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As a business owner I donate items for the United Way auction. The United Way does a great job in our community
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The BornLearning literature provided by the Callaway County United Way is very informative.
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The Callaway County United Way does a great job in our community by funding local non-profit agencies. They also support 2-1-1 and provide FamilyWize prescription drug discount cards.
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As a kid, my dad always encouraged involvement in United Way activities. I loved helping out with the Radiothons and various other activities. It feels great to know you are helping such a worthy organization.
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Callaway United Way is a valuable part of our community. It provides a framework for citizens to help citizens, some face-to-face, some through service work with organizations, and some through monetary donations. All citizens who give to and receive from the United Way benefit from their interactions with this well-organized and well-run agency.
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I have been involved with Callaway County United Way for "several" years. Beginning as a staff member of one of our agencies. The organization and dedication of all involved (board, volunteers and agencies) has always impressed me. Everyone pulling together to make things happen for the good and betterment of the communities in Callaway County. There are so many "neighbors" in need of the services offered by the agencies, all the way from preventative to emergency assistance. I feel CCUW, as a whole, acts as a great steward of the funding raised for our organizations.
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I participated in penny drives years ago and remember the valuable lesson learned.
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I direct all my charitable giving to the Callaway County United Way because they take good care of my money
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I've been on several boards and none are run as well as this one. I only donate to the Callaway County United Way
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I donate every year by credit card and appreciate all the great work the CCUW does in Callaway
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I donate by bidding on auction items in the fall and attending the banquet in the spring.
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I give through payroll deduction every year and wouldn't have it any o ther way
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Donor for almost all my working life and since retirement. I believe in the work of nearly all the groups served.
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Williamsburg Elementary supports the work Callaway County United Way does by holding a penny drive to raise funds each year.
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Callaway County United Way helps out community in many ways. I helped with the Celebrity Banquet last year. This was a good fundraiser. Very well organized.
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United way is a wonderful program, The program has helped my agency provide safety for the children and resources for our the familes we served in callaway county. United way is always willing to give a helping hand where ever they are needed.
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Really a good organization and is felt throughout the entire county. My family enjoys the Christmas letters and breakfast with Santa and also going to the celebrity waiter dinner. We have been donors for many years and intend to continue.
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I think the Callaway United Way is doing a great job in our community. I used them myself this Christmas when they were offering Santa Letters. It was a small donation required, but the joy it brought to my child's face when he got the letter made me wish I had donated more. I know the United Way works hard in our community and they really make a difference.
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The United Way & the member agencies do a wonderful job of fundraising through various events. Teh Callaway County United Way receives excellent support from local citizens and businesses. Thanks for all you do.
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I always look forward to the United Way Celebrity Waiter Banquet. The event is always full of surprises, fun and raises a lot of money for our local community.
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One of the many services provided by the Callaway County United Way - honor and memorial gifts. Not many charities provide such an easy way to make a gift in honor of or in memory of a special loved one. I appreciate this service.
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Callaway County United Way is a great blessing to our community. The money collected helps many of our ecnomially disadvantaged citizens as well as our youth, especially the 4-H program.
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The United Way of Callaway County does a fantastic job of helping provide programs and services to our community. I sincerely appreciate the help they give to young people, especially the 4-H Program. I admire their willingness to help others.
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Contributions made to the Callaway County United Way stay here in Callaway County to help our friends and neighbors in need. That is the most important thing about the United Way!
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The Callaway County United Way does a great job for our community. By funding local agencies they are able to provide valuable programs and services for those in need.
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The Callaway County United Way offers donors the opportunity to unite under one umbrella to affect change and improve lives. Our local United Way funds many local agencies that help thousands of people in our community.
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I am a volunteer for the Callaway County Untied Way. Each year the United Way hold a fundraiser at Christmas time by sending personalized letters from Santa.
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Scouting provides a very valuable service to hundreds of boys and girls in our community. Scouting instills values and character in your young people and teaches them leadership, outdoor, social and life-skills that will serve them throughout their entire lives.
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United Way funding is vital so many agencies. Without the support of the United Way many agencies would not exist. The United Way in Callaway County is a vital part of our community.
The Callaway County United Way Board carefully selects and funds local agencies in my community. The agencies provide over 200 programs and services to those in need. In addition to funding these local agencies the United Way also sponsors 5 community impact initiatives to better our community.
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Every year the Callaway County United Way donations fund services that help real people in real need. The Callaway County United Way funds 13 local agencies that provide over 200 programs and services.
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Every year the Callaway County United Way donations fund services that help real people in real need. The Callaway County United Way funds 13 local agencies that provide over 200 programs and services.
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My boys are in Boy Scouts, which is one of the 13 Callaway County United Way agencies. Scouting is a wonderful program that prepares boys to be future leaders of our community.
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I served on the board for many years and for a small community the United Way of Callaway County has a HUGE impact. The number of volunteers and how many lives we can affect is impressive. I think the the Exec Dir and board have done a bang up job of helping a very diverse group of agencies and keeping charity alive in Central Missouri. I am proud to have served on the board and am proud to be a donor and make a difference in the life of someone who may be down on their luck and struggling.
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When I lost my job the CCUW really stepped in helped out my family. I was able to get food for my family from Serve. Thank God we have a place like this in Fulton.
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I've been involved in this organization for several years, it helps so many people in this community.
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The Callaway County United Way has a very strong commitment to the poeple of Callaway County. Their presence has increased significantly over the past 10 years. As the need for the UW grows each year, I'm happy CCUW is rising up to those needs!
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I have been a donor to CCUW for as long as I have been a business man in Callaway County - over 35 years. I am very impressed with the help that is given by CCUW to many local organizations. The professional staff at CCUW does a great job at stretching their dollars to help as many of these groups in need as they can. We are very fortunate to have such helpful and caring people in our community.
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I am a 4-H volunteer and my kids are 4-H members. CCUW helps fund the 4-H program. Through 4-H and their shooting sports program, my son has been able to participate in the tryouts for the state shooting teams and for the last few years he has been able to make those teams and go to the national competitions. These national competitions are a wonderful learning experience and they are something that my son will never forget in his lifetime!
In addition, my husband and I are instructors for the county. The money that the CCUW gives to the 4-H program helps us fund our program. In the last 3-4 years, our shooting sports program has grown from 15 members to 100+ members. We would not have the recources to support this many kids without them! That is why I am enthusiastic in my support of the CCUW and always encourage others to support them as well.
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I am on the board of this organization for one reason: they do it all right. They are the example to which all other organizations should be held.
I have only recently been volunteering for the CCUW and really appreciate their professionalism
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As a lifelong resident of Fulton and Callaway County, I have seen the Callaway County United Way touch the lives of so many people. In smaller counties like ours, the United Way has to take on a broader role to meet so many needs and fill the funding gaps that exist with many United Way agencies. Our Callaway County United Way always finds ways to be resourceful and effective in meeting these needs, an accomplishment that is not lost on donors like myself who have supported it for more than 30 years.
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The Calloway County United Way helps its local community by supporting a number of services that benefit both body and mind, from literacy programs to discount prescription drugs to working with recycling programs.
Many of the services supported by the Calloway County United Way help people that would not be able to help themselves: the elderly, the homeless, victims of violence.
This group is a wonderful and necessary help for the people of Calloway County.
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I was born and raised in Callaway County and moved from there many years ago. Each fall I mail my donation check to the Callaway County United Way. Callaway County is home no matter where I might actually live. I will always support the CCUW.
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The Callaway County United Way has help my grandparents with hospice. They are a great organization.
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Callaway County United Way is a very good organization. They help out the local charity's. My father inlaw used hos
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Callaway County United Way is a wonderful organization that helps many people in our community. I am especially partial to the Kingdom Hospice who has personally helped my family through the death of my Grandmother and Grandfather. we will be grateful to them forever.
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As a small business owner in Callaway County I always donated to our local United Way. Since my retirement I continue to make a personal donation. I encourage all small businesses to contribute.
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My husband's business donated to the United Way for many years. Since his retirement we now make a personal donation. We believe in the work that the United Way and their agencies do in our community.
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I donated money to the December Fundraiser and received a letter from Santa for my child. I wanted to help out regardless of what I would receive in return but this organization is truly special. I love their mission to support and uplift the community. The Santa letters were an excellent idea and more than just a form letter. Not only did we get to contribute to a good cause that we believe in, but my daughter received a personalized letter that made her feel important. This organization goes above and beyond in their contributions to the community.
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The United Way of Callaway County has been serving our community for many, many years. Their contributions and funding have supported so many people and projects that would not have reached their goals otherwise. We are extremely grateful to have such an organization in our community.
It's so nice to know there are people in the community still willing to dedicate their time to helping others. Callaway County is better because of the United Way! THANK YOU for everything you do!
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Callaway United Way is a great organization that does so much for our community.
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I know they help people who cannot afford a lawyer and they have recycling programs!
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The Callaway County United Way does so much to help the community! Thank you for all you do and keep up the great work!!!
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The Callaway County United Way does a great job for our community. I really appreciate the FamilyWize prescription drug discount card initiative.
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My coworkers and I have volunteered for the unitway in callaway county at the radio thon. I don't know what the area would do with out it!
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Each year the Callaway United Way holds a fundraiser auction. This is a spectacularly successful event for the whole community, knowing how much the United Way, and the agencies it serves, does for this small community.
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I own the Fulton Hometown Sears store and we held an event where we gave 1% of all proceeds to the Callaway United Way. The event went pretty well and we were able to give the CUW a donation to help the help the people of Callaway County with the many things they do for the people
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Zimmer Radio Group has sponsored the Callaway County United Way Radio-thon for 11 years now. The event started out as a community awareness project and has evolved into the annual kick-off for our local United Way. The event has grown and grown each year to now include a car show, BBQ, online auction, agency/client interviews, and much more.
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I am a college student with more month than money sometimes. It's good to know that I can go to the Food Pantry if I need to and get enough food to get through the month. They don't ask any questions, and always make me feel welcome.
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I am a college student with a limite budget. I can go to the Clothes Cupboard and get up to date clothing at very reasonable prices.
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I like to donate my used clothes to the Clothes Cupboard and know that someone gets good use from them.
Low overhead! Nearly 90% of every dollar goes to the agencies that the Callaway County United Way funds. The United Way does not have an office. No utility bills. No employee benefits. No office equipment expenditures.
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Not only do I volunteer for United Way supported organizations but by giving to UW, I am able to help financially all of those organizations. The Callaway Chapter of the Red Cross, Kingdom Respite Care and Hopsice, Wiley and Haven Houses (collectively Our House) and several other volunteer agencies would not be able to do all that they do without the United Way support. In this community donating to the United Way is one sure way to give back to the whole community.
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The Callaway County United Way is a wonderful organization, with a truly caring staff, that helps so many people in the county.
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The Callaway County United Way supports the 2-1-1 program. 2-1-1 is a 24-hour, seven-day-a week, 365 day-a-year service, which provides callers with information about and referrals to health and human services for every day needs and in time of crisis. 2-1-1 is also a way for individuals to find volunteer opportunities in their area. I think 2-1-1 is a very valuable service for many in our area.
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Anyone can champion the cause. Whether you’re speaking out to improve education, income and health, reaching out to members of Congress, or wearing the LIVE UNITED shirt to show your support, you can help inspire hope and create opportunities for a better tomorrow.
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We all have special talents. Things we can do to help. And when we reach out a hand to one, WE INFLUENCE THE CONDITION OF ALL. Whether it’s reading to children, stocking shelves in the food pantry, or delivering meals to home bound seniors, there are hundreds of volunteer options available every day and the Callaway County United Way and their agencies provide volunteer services to our community.
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I have volunteered for many organizations and the most well organized and well run charitable organization is the Callaway County United Way.
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Callaway County United Way provides support to many wonderful organizations in our community. In particular, Wiley House has been able to continue services to homeless persons in our county.
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The Callaway County United Way agencies provide over 200 programs and services to more than 11,000 people in our community. A donation to the United Way is the smart way to use my charitable dollars.
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Business owners are asked to donate to charities every day. When planning our charitable budget each year the non-profit organization that is always top of the list if the United Way. You don't give to the United Way you give through the United Way. One gift helps so many people and so many organizations.
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The Callaway County United Way has been around for over 50 years. It is a strong organization which helps nearly 1/4th the population in our small community each year.
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United Way has helped us out at the Senior Center. The seniors have a place to meet and just enjoy talking to each other. We can play cards, eat & attend different functions. It gives us something to do.
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I am confident that my donation to the Callaway County United Way does the most good possible. Instead of trying to decide which non-profit organization in my community to donate to the United Way takes all the guess work out of it. One donation to the United Way and I am contributing to 13 local agencies at once.
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The United Way in our small community does a great job to help many! By funding local agencies the United Way makes sure that the most people are helped without duplicating services.
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The Callaway County United way works very hard to serve all aspects of our community. They are proactive as well as reactive to the needs of the community.
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The United Way has done so much for so many, but the need is always there, so donate, volunteer, tell others about the great things done by Callaway Co United Way. Someday you may need their help, and to know you helped out when others were in need, gives you a great feeling.
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The Callaway County United Way provides resources that help many of the most vulnerable people in the county. The CCUW people do the best job they can with limited resources.
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This agency has been serving the needs of the area for 50 years. The integrity and consistent quality of their work has been its strength. The UW touches as many people as possible on limited funds. I was the recipient of their work when I was a boy scout. I have made contributions to the UW all of my working life, now 30 years because this is one of the few organizations I feel that maximizes my contribution.
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My family and I have lived in Fulton for 47 years. Our boys were involved in groups that are supported by CCUW during their years growing up here. My husband and I were educators, and saw many examples of the good things that CCUW helped with in this great small town. I personally know the woman in charge/director of the Callaway County United Way and a number of others who are involved with groups who receive monies from the CCUW. All are very dedicated and thankful for the support this town gives them. We have always felt that our donations were important and well-used.
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The volunteers of this organization truly believe in the overall mission statement of the United Way. They give of their time, resouces and money in an effort to help those who need a helping hand...because it is the right thing to do. Many recipients of the UW just need a little help to get back on their feet, a little support, a smile and encouragement. We all have bumps in the road sometimes, some that are so out of our control, but that have such an impact on our lives today as well as the future. The Callaway County United Way has been making a positive difference in people's lives for many, many years.
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I am a student at Westminster College and have helped volunteer for several of the United Way's activities. I also recently have been selected to serve on the Board of the United Way.
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CCUW has been the largest fund raising agency in Callaway County
that helps the most people that really need help.I have been proud to
help as a volunteer for many years because CCUW improves the
quality of life for many needy folks in our county.
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I am homeless man in my mid 50's. Out of work for two years because of health. Our House, one of the CCUW agencies gives us a good, safe place to sleep, eat and shower. They have said if it weren't for the CCUW they would not have been able to open the Wiley House shelter for men and women. God Bless them for their help.
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A great charity that supports many different organizations in Callaway County. Every dollar given to CCUW supports the community in dozens of different ways!
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CCUW is the primary charitable organization emphasized at Ameren. The professional nature of the organization helps to reduce administrative costs to ensure the money donated goes towards the intended recipients and causes to help those within the community.
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Our company is proud to be involved with Callaway County United Way. We contribute to the organization for every sale we make, and we know they do good things for the area with our contributions.
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Callaway County United Way is a vibrant organization that has been the heart and soul of our community. Run by dedicated and skilled professionals, CCUW empowers individuals, families and organizations.
I've been especially impressed by its straightforward, transparent, and honest approach to fundraising. I don't feel pressured and I have great confidence that the money I contribute goes to the projects that I select.
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CCUW is a well run, professional agency that is a significant asset to our community. My business, RE/MAX Select, is a partner with the CCUW.
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As a recipient of United Way funds, I would like to express what that means for our organization. As most non-profits the garnering of funds is always a challenge. The Callaway County United Way has been very supportive of us and the work we do as a victim service program. I believe the dedication of the staff and board is exceptional and we as a county are blessed to have them.
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This organization is a blessing to our community and has wonderful leadership and enthusiasm.
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With the short time I have been a board member of this great institution, the work that has been planned is trememendous. Thus far, no regretions in joining.
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I have had to the opportunity to see the United Way do many great things in our community. With the assistance provided to parents, children, and the homeless, the United Way allows Callaway County to build stronger roots embedded within its people.
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We are an agency funded by the United Way and due to their support provide many critical programs to children and families in Callaway County! GO United Way !!!
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I've been privileged to be helped by the Callaway County United Way several times throughout the years. I can never repay what they have done for my family but I'll happily donate for as many years as I'm able.
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The United Way has helped many people in our area. From swimming lessons in the summer to needed coats in the winter, the United Way is always there. The United Way has been very helpful with our 4-H group.
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I have been with the local 4-H clubs for 45 years.
The united way is a big help with 4-H by supporting our county extension office. Without the help from united way, our 4-H clubs would not have the resources we need to help our kids grow into responsible adults.
Our kids learn life skills by volunteering their time and talents to help others in need.
The kids in Callaway County 4-H are very involved with community service. They help with Recycling plastics, Nursing homes, Soup kitchens, Food drives for food banks, Adopting families in need during Christmas, And raising money for St. Judes Children's Hospital.
I have been donating to the United Way for almost 20 years.
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I have never seen a nonprofit organization that goes so far beyond the bounderies of its comunity as the Callaway County United Way. They use all the tools avabile in today electronic age to not only get donations to help their cause but to put that money towards why the United Way is so important.
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Callaway County United Way provides many services to the people of the County - Without their funding it would be difficult to make the 4-H Program available - Thanks to the United Way funding the 4-H Program is growing and the members are in turn givving back to the community throught their Community Service projects and studies show that 4-H members are more likely to continue to give back to the community as adults.
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Callaway County United Way is an organization that does so many things for so many people. Most importantly, the staff and volunteers are those who tirelessly dedicate their heart, mind, soul and body to improving the lives of others.
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I really appreciate the work of the Callaway County United Way. The Callaway County United Way works so hard to collect funds to support many local agencies. The local agencies that I am most involved with supported in part by the Callaway County United Way are the Callaway County Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Callaway County YMCA. Both of these agencies directly benefit from the gifts of the Callaway County United Way and these agencies return those gifts to the community by supporting the needs of the local community. I personally donate to the Callaway County United Way because I see how the funds donated directly benefits this community.
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I have worked on the local campaign and my business has donated to the campaign.
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The Callaway County United Way does so many great things for my community! It helps so many people get back on their feet and gives them opportunities when people have no where else to turn. It also hold lots of great fundraisers that everyone in my family enjoys!
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The Callaway County United Way is a well-run organization that does so much for so many. From helping provide shelter for the homeless, to helping feed the hungry, the CCUW is vital to the health and well-being of our community. Like many others, I give to the United Way through monthly payroll deductions through my employer – a great way to help others. I also am a member of the board of one of the agencies supported by the United Way. Necessary in good economic times, support for the United Way is crucial when the economy is strained. However, no matter what the economy, good or bad, the Callaway County United Way is essential to Callaway County.
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CARDV is a wonderful organization and they help so many people. It has been my privledge to go through the volunteer training (which is excellent) and to help those who need our help. I can't wait until I retire so I can give more hours to volunteering.
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It is wonderful the work that United Way Callaway County is working with Kingdom Projects.
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The Callaway County United Way is a wonderful organization that helps thousands in our community. Local agencies receive funds from the United Way and provide valuable programs and services to those in need. The United Way agencies serve all ages in the community, provide food and shelter, meals to our elderly, scholarships for children to participate in YMCA activities, provide transportation and utility assistance, and those are just a few examples.
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We take our mission very seriously and believe our stewarship of all funds collected must be above reproach in order to maintain our image within the community.
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It's great to know CCUW is doing so much to assist those in need, especially in this time of economic turmoil. I was reminded recently by a friend how many times the Bible talks about helping those in need. As James 1:27 says, "Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress."
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The CCUW has helped out with many other non-profit organizations in Callaway County to aid people that are less fortunate. In doing this they are providing meals and places for these people to stay until they get back on their feet or to help supplement their lifestyle. Without the CCUW these avenues would not be possible.
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I have been a volunteer as well as donating for many years. This organization is well organized and helps a lot of local organizations.
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I have volunteered for the Callaway County United Way for many years. it is a wonderful organization that fundraises for local agencies in our community. Without the United Way some of the agencies would not exist and others would not be able to provide the services that they do for those in need.
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I have been on the board of the CCUW for roughly 3 years now and have donated to this organization through my company's employee campaign for as long as I can remember. The need for aid is definitely rising method is simple. Give to one and help many!
This is an amazing organization whose sole mission is to help others within the communities in which we live.
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I have seen what United Way support can accomplish. In the past we never had a way to help the homeless in Callaway County. Our only resource then was to put them in a local motel. With the continued support of the United Way, we now have ‘Our House”. Our House provides for the shelter of Callaway’s homeless when there is no other support left for the homeless. Wiley House is there for the shelter of individuals, while Haven House provides for the housing needs of families. The limited dollars of donors can now go much farther because of the lower costs from these programs. Without the funding that United Way provides, these two programs would not be able to help those at a most crucial time in their life.
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i've been using the Serve bus and their clothing and food closets for a while now. since my husband left and i got 4 kids under 10 to take care of on my minumum wage job. i also use the perscription program, and joined the kids in scouts. all this we have becuse of the united way and other nice people
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i was fundraising at the Wal mart in Fulton. Stress Buster- Neck & Shoulders Minoshia Gail Humphrey 573 415 6052 It was a productive and pleasant day due to the accomodating staff- directors and volunteers.
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The services the Callaway County United Way provide are invaluable to the community. They continue to come up with innovative funding raising techniques to help reach their goal.
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I donate annually to the United Way Auction because I believe in the need for their services in the community. My mother especially enjoys the Senior Center which is partially funded by the UW.
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The CCUW, for many years, has been an essential part of making the Callaway County community a safe, productive, and wonderful place to live and raise families. As a college student, I have seen the impact of the CCUW within my university and in the community. I have volunteered at CARDV, SERVE and various other CCUW funded agencies and have seen how essential the CCUW is to these agencies and have seen the thankfulness the employees, interns, volunteers, and community have for the services the CCUW provides. Thank you CCUW for making my community a wonderful place to live.
When I moved to Callaway County, I soon began to see the positive impact of the CCUW and its member agencies. I am proud of all of the good programs that the United Way sponsors and supports, and I am honored to have volunteered my time to such a worthy agency. In particular, CARDV, is serving the community, especially women and children in need of a safe environment away from abusers.
Ive donated to this organization for many years now and feel good about my money going to a charity that helps my community
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The Callaway County United Way provides essential assistance to many different groups of people in the County. This assistance is vitally needed and never enough to meet all the needs. Not only do they do a wonderful job, but they have fun doing it. The woman who does the organizing, Kathy, is awesome and fun to work with.
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After many years of giving to the local United Way in Callaway County, I have seen the help that they have given to many local families. We have been a contributor since the United Way began years ago and will continue to give to them.
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The loving and truly personal way the CCUW raises funds and promotes awareness of the services it offers are amazing! As a former administrator for the local senior center, I really dont know how we could have helped so many homebound and hungry senior citizens without their help. So many seniors need help and the CCUW has tirelessly been there! We are a very large county and have an increasing population of the elderly and with the cost of living rising and the state of the economy many seniors would go without a nutritious meal, if not for the CCUW and the fact that people are not just numbers to them , but human beings with a need ,it is truly heartwarming and a testement to the folks who serve in this fine orginization, Thank you just doesnt seem enough,
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The Callaway County United Way is a wonderful organization to our community. I am the administrator of a small Christian school in the area and I appreciate all the support they give the schools in the area. Thank you CCUW!
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I have seen how their various fundraising events promote community awareness as well as envoke compassion from people of all ages-from the penny drives in the elementary schools to the classic car shows, CCUW positively impacts many, through their giving & their soliciting.
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I am a client that was assisted by one of the agencies that CCUW supports. This agency has helped me and my family start a new life and I would not be where I am today without their help and support.
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I work for the Family Counseling Center. We are able to provide counseling to people who otherwise can not afford it because of the financial contribution we've gotten from the United Way. This helps several people live happier, healthier lives. We are very appreciative of the United Way. Our staff also talks about the fun they have at United Way events...
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I give to the United Way and believe the people in the Community can make a difference in the lives of others there. I encourage eveyone to support the United Way who cares for our Community Members in need with many area buissiness and resources rallying together to provide much needed services to those who need them.
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Without the United Way, our organization could not provide much-needed services to the community. We actively support the United Way through assisting in various fundraisers.
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My family supports the CALLAWAY County United Way. This group is different than many other United Way organizations. They have very little administrative costs so we know that the money donated goes to helping the people of Callaway!!
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When I was in high school - I wanted to get more involved in the community. Someone told me about our Soup Kitchen - So a few of my friends and I got together and once a week volunteered to help serve meals. It made me so very appreciative of what I have in my life. I also felt good about helping others - especially in my own community where I can see the good work that the United Way is truly helping others.
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Without the support of CCUW within our community there would not be a support and assistance base for our residents. Without the support of the CCUW with the 4-H Program my children would not get to fully enjoy the benefits of 4-H participation and the rewards of the volunteering through the program.
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Excellent asset to the community. They help so many people and work so hard throughout the year to touch the lives of others. Inspirational work!!
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Without the Callaway County United Way, many community members would not have the opportunity to seek the help they need to address critical mental helath needs!
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Our family supports Callaway County United Way each year. As a former nurse with a local outpatient community mental health center I saw so many members of our community being helped in various ways.
These services can not be provided without our donations and I can verify CCUW truly makes a difference in this community.
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CCUW touches the lives of citizens of Callaway County every day. They assure that our community has the resources to provide exceptional emergency care. I have benefitted from the outstanding first aid and CPR training they support through the American Red Cross. Thanks for caring CCUW!
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Great organization that supports the mid-Missouri community! I have had great experiences working with them thus far.
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The integral part of the community that the CCUW plays is essential and appreciated by both the youth and adults in our community. They truly effect all our lives. Thank you, CCUW.
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I totally support the efforts of the CCUW. By donating to the United Way I know that my donations will be divided to assist several very worthy organizations. The CCUW determines the funded organizations needs and there by relieving me of trying to determine how much to give to each one. I have volunteered many times to each of the following CCUW activities, the radioathon, breakfast with Santa and as a celebrity waiter, Callaway county is special in that the citizens of Callaway county will step up and take care of those in our county. Callaway is our home and the residents are our friends and neighbors. We take care of each other and by donating and volunteering to the CCUW, it allows us all to have a positive impact on many, many people, and I know that if I should find myself in need, the organizations benefiting from the CCUW will be there to help me.
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The CCUW supports all areas of our community. Their support of those in need is extremely valuable. The company that I work for is a Pacesetter organization for the CC campaign so I know the affects of contributions towards the numerous efforts made to help the many segments of our population.
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Serve, Inc. offers transporation services for the citizens in Callaway County to doctor appointments, to work at the sheltered workshop and day programs. The United Way provides funding to Serve, Inc. towards the purchase of those transportation vehicles. Thank you, United Way and Serve, Inc. Callaway County is a better place to live for individuals with disabilities.
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We have been donors for over 20 years and wholeheartedly support the fine work of the CCUW. Each of the 13 organizations it supports make the difference in our community. CCUW does great work in constantly improving the quality of life in Callaway County. Thanks for all you do!
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CCUW is an amazing organization that serves the needs of residents of Callaway County. I joined the United Way board during my sophomore and i immediately feel in love with its objectives. The CCUW partnered with the Westminster College Service Corps to organize the 1st community health which provide free health services to residents of Fulton. We have served over 200 people since we began this program. The United Way continues to provide funding to organizations in the County that provided essential services to the communtiy. I LOVE CCUW AND SO SHOULD YOU!!!!
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I am a Director for one of the 13 United Way agencies that is funded in part by the Callaway County Way. I am very grateful fo the CCWU for the funding that we receive. The CCUW director has done a great job in bringing the 13 different United Way Agencies together so we can learn about each other's programs and services. This networking allows us to partner together for the benefit of all - Making everyone's programs stronger. The Radiothon Kick-off for the yearly campaign has become a signature event that involves almost everyone in our area.
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CCUW has helped thousands of people in Callaway County. They are a very strong presence in our county and invaluable to the patrons who need their services! The hard work of this organization is astounding!
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Callaway County United Way is a wonderful organization and is doing a great job to help support our small community. Callaway County United Way is a great asset to the community and with campaign dollars the organization helps support children, senior citizens and the homeless in our local community.
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Callaway County United Way funding has provided finanical assisatnce to girls who cannot afford ot participate in Girl Scouting. Their funding provides girls with access to a safe and fun way to learn and experience new things.
The Callaway County United Way helps so many people in our community.
The Callaway Senior Center serves a nutritious lunch to the senior citizens of Callaway County. Without the help of The Callaway County United Way, this may not be possible. Keep up the good work!
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I have lived in Callaway County for 17 years. During all those years I have encouraged members of our church to contribute to various agencies supported by our United Way. For 16 of those years I have been a volunteer with SERVE, particularly with the Adopt-A-Family program before Christmas. For the past 6 years I have served on the SERVE board of directors, now in my second year as Chairman, also having served on the Property committee. I am constantly amazed at the dedication of staff and volunteers of this and other UW agencies, and at how much is accomplished with limited funds. But the need in our community is always greater than our resources, so we constantly strive to encourage more donations.
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As the Community Engagement Director at Westminster College, I am constantly striving to connect our campus volunteers with positive community agencies. CCUW is one of those agencies that provides so many services to our community and it stands as one of our campus volunteers' favorite and "go to" volunteeer programs. The fundraisers are fun for the volunteers and the volunteer opportunities offered to our students at their 13 different agencies are always fruitful and positive. Thank you CCUW for making my job easier and for providing so many services/programs to our community!
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As a Program Director for SERVE, Inc.'s CALTRAN System (mass transit provider) we are so fortunate to have such a professionally structured local United Way that brings so much "to the table"..As we are located in a rural county -- our funding resources are not always easy to access and yet our mission is to continue to bring much needed direct services to our residents of Callaway County. I can't say enough how much the local director, Kathy R. Liddle, the entire Callaway County UW Board of Directors' AND the generosity of local businesses, individuals contribute in not only monetary gifts but their time and effort..SERVE, Inc.'s CALTRAN System's success has in part been due to the positive efforts of the UW fund drives and this has spanned over several decades!! Thanks to you it works for all of us..Regards, Patti Jo Peevy, SERVE CALTRAN Program Director, Fulton, Mo..
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The Callaway Co. United way helps so many different needy groups. I have helped at the Wiley House. A house where those who need overnite shelter can come and have a snack, take a shower, sleep in a warm place, etc.
With this terribly cold weather, I know many are so appreciative of this section of CCUW.
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Homemaker Health Care coordinates an outreach program with the help of CCUW. We supply durable medical equipment for many people in Callaway county. There is a great need for this service. It helps people be safer while recovering from an illness or surgary.
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Callaway County United Way helps Serve Inc. Caltran, A transit system to receive Buses to transport people to their Apps. We transport Work shop People to work every Day. We transport the Seniors in our community to Drs. apps. Beauty Shop apps. Grocery Shopping and counseling app.Etc. They could not get to those places otherwise. Our Riders thank our Dispatchers and the drivers every day telling us that they would not be able to go anywhere without us because they don't have family that can do it for them. We could not transport them without United Ways Help.
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This not for profit organization touches the most people in the Fulton and Callaway County community. I have worked as a volunteer and board member for many years for this organization. The United Way takes donations from our community and reinvests them directly into the community where they are needed the most. Everyone has a need at some point in their life for services provided by one of these organizations that are funded with these local donations. These organizations funded by the Callaway County United Way are the backbone of community service in our community.
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The Callaway County United Way has a tremendous impact on the residents of our community. The funding generated from this organization serves various age groups addressing a variety of social, developmental and life needs. I am impressed with the committment the CCUW has generated from individuals who volunteer, serve on their board and those who give generously each year, including many businesses. This support would not be present if the organization was not efficient.
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With money being short for so many people the assistance that United Way gives 4-H allows programs to be funded that we might lose. 4-H is a qualilty program for our youth to guide them and build character and confidence in our future adults. It is a good investment in the future.
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The CCUW is such a wonderful program, it supports our local 4-H program. I feel that 4-H is very important to our youth, it gives the kids an oppotunity to experience traits hands on, that will help them later on in life when it comes time to choose a career path. The kids are able to do woodworking, welding, cake decorating, sewing, crafts, knitting, livestock, shooting sports, gardening, computers, business adventures, how to be leaders and how to work together as teams. Without the United Way supporting our 4-H program, our children would not be able to have the experiences that they get at county fairs, and learning responsibility. The United Way helps in so many way, but we are so grateful that they help support the 4-H program. Thank You United Way.
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CCUW serves a number of agencies within our community. I see the direct benefits through a number of agencies and organizations I am affiliated with. Without the financial support and advocating this United Way provides, many fine organizations would suffer both financial loses but also fail at meeting our community needs. I am proud of the fine work that CCUW does in our county.
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I have been acquainted with CCUW for 4 years now via the 4-H program. I have seen first hand what a difference the program has made in several kids, including my own. The support 4-H receives allows us to help kids grow and become more productive and go out and help more people. The kids are given a great gift with the support of CCUW and they work to repay it in our community and beyond.
I have served as a volunteer, a club leader, a coach and now have taken 4-H to the university level because I feel so strongly about the work done.
Without the support of CCUW none of this would be possible. We would see a dramatic decrease in self-esteem and an increase in disruptive behavior in our youth.
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As Director of an agency funded in part by the United Way, I am extremetly grateful to the CCUW for makng it possible to provide counseling services to low income residents who do not qualify for government-funded programs. I feel that the CCUW really enhances the visibility of the provider agencies through its public events such as Celebrity Waiter and the annual fall festival.
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My husband and I both choose to donate to the Callaway County United Way each year because the organization does such a wonderful job of supporting those in need. CCUW helps support a variety of other organzations such as the Red Cross, scouting, sheltered workshop, SERVE, YMCA, etc. The CCUW support to these organization is vital to their success. The outreach of CCUW through their support of these programs has a HUGH positive impact on almost every aspect our community life.
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The CCUW has a great team that focuses on communication, meeting expectations and keeping abreast with changes in the community. It accomplishes so much with very few employees.
I work with the Dental Initiative and know CCUW is backing our goals of obtaining affordable dental for all Callawegians. As the Initiative continues to focus on this issue, it will be imperative to have community support and CCUW will help get the word out!
CCUW has provided much assistance to various agencies in our community, but the one I am most familiar with is the Callaway County 4-H program. I am a volunteer within this program and my children are all 4-H members. Without their assistance we would not have our Youth Education Assistant. 4-H provides so many benefits to our youth such as leadership, communication skills, educational opportunities, and interactions with others throughout the community and state.
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The Callaway County United Way is a tremendous organization because it helps so many members of our community in so many ways. It is such a diverse organization that is is involved in not only helping people in need with shelter, medical needs, clothing etc but also helps with education youth and preparing them for future leadership roles in our community. We are a blessed community to have such an organized, responsive organization that not only responds to current adversities, but also helps prepare for a stronger more educated future of our community members. It is very exciting to volunteer at the fundraiser and then watch all of the blessings unfold the following year from the money raised.
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Callaway County United Way is an excellent organization making a significant difference in our county. I currently am the president of the board of Our House, Callaway County's only homeless shelter. If the United Way hadn't backed this organization with finances, skills and volunteers we would never have gotten the shelter open. As a result of their support we have continued to build support in the community and we have been able to help numerous Callaway County person's who have loss jobs and lost their place to live, subsequently find jobs, save enough money for a housing deposit and move into their own living situation. With increased financial support from the community we have increased our operating hours and during our recent blizzard and frigid temperatures we stayed open 24 hours a day for four days to provide safe haven for the homeless.
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Not only do I donate to the CCUW each year through my busniess, but I also volunteer to contact others to donate. We are lucky to have such a strong United Way orginization in Callaway County to give back to all of the local orginizations that it gives to.
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Callaway UW does their very best to manage the funds raised and allocations made. Funding made to the Great Rivers Council BSA makes it possible to support appox. 8oo youth in the area. Funding from the UW supports 3 Scout Units at The Missouri School for the Deaf (fully funded program), send kids to camp, and the annual food drive which also benefits the community directly.
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The CCWU works hard to raise donations in severa; different ways. Among them is an annual silent auction that supporters can bid on items on-site or online. The online aspect allows supporters like myself, who have had to move out of the area for various reasons, to participate in the fund raiser. Every item I have purshased online has been shipped and delivered promptly and arrived in excellent condition. Kathy Richie-Liddle, the Exectutive Director of the CCUW, does an outstanding job with this worthwhile organization.
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Being a member agency of United Way of Callaway County is vitally important to our mission of providing advocacy, education and sheltering for the homeless in Callaway County.
They provided valuable technical assistance last year when our organization was undergoing a major mission change.
They provide us with opportunies to network with other member agencies at twce yearly roundtables.
They give a voice to our clients' stories and our agency's mission and needs through their speaker's bureau.
As the second largest recipient of their funding we can rest assured that the utilities will remain on at our two shelters throughout the year enabling us to provide more than 3700 bed nights to the children, women and men experiencing homelessness in Callaway County in 2010.
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I have given to United Way for over 10 years - It is wonderful to know your money helps your community.
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The Callaway County United Way does amazing things for the community!!! Keep up the great work! So many services provided could not be done without the support ot the Callaway County United Way!
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The CCUW plays such a big part in our community. If you are thinking about donating to an organization, this is the one. From helping children tothe homeless, the united way and its agencies benefit everyone in Callaway County.
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I volunteer for the Callaway County United Way because of the wonderful work they do for the community. Money is spent carefully and wisely. And all the agencies are great.
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I see the hard work all the volunteers do for the CCUW every day. it's a great organization that does a superb job
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Investing in the CCUW is an investment in the future of Callaway County. Money is carefully spent to do the MOST good for the MOST people in the MOST efficient way. That's why all my charitable donations go to the CCUW!
Excellent! The Callaway United Way truly makes a difference to the people of Callaway County.
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The Callaway County United Way is a vital organization to our community. Without the United Way many of the agencies would not exist or be able to do the good work that they do.
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I have remained a donor to CCUW (in spite of the fact that I live in a neighboring community and only work in this county) since I first came to work here (more than 12 years ago).
The agencies served by CCUW truly need and appreciate the support they receive, and the community's network of non-profit organizations, educational institutions, etc. is phenomenal--a large part of that is CCUW.
As a business owner in this community we get asked to contribute to many nonprofit organizations. Our choice is the Callaway County United Way. When making a donation to the CCUW you are actually giving to 13 local agencies instead of just 1.
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When I volunteer for or donate to a non-profit organization I choose the Callaway County United Way. By giving a gift or my time to this organization I am helping nearly 1/4 of the population in my community.
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The CCUW has been doing great work in Callaway County for over 50 years. They are run by an expert all-volunteer board and continue to adapt and grow to meet the needs of the community. I have been a donor to this organization for a long time and will continue to be one because I know my donation is well taken care of and used where it is needed the most.
As a member of the community I’m impressed with the outstanding job that the Callaway County United Way does. In these hard economic times the United Way works with its member agencies to support those in need. The United Way, it agencies, board and volunteers work tirelessly to increase donations, search for new and innovative fundraising ideas, and make sure that the dollars pledged get to the people in need. I have attended their various fundraisers and the enthusiasm of the board and volunteers, makes me proud to know my dollars are working to better the lives of those in need, right here in our little Mid-Missouri community.
There are a few other questions about your experience and involvement.
I would just say your involvement has been just as a participant but you are ready to step up.
And where it asks how you participate – I would say by supporting fundraising activities in the community.
Thanks!
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The United Way of Callaway County make such an immense difference in the lives of the community. As a student from a big city studying in Fulton you can actually see the fruits of the United Ways labor have a direct impact on the lives of the citizens of this town they don't just collect money they help out the entire community. Whether it is the Serve buses running to help people without cars get where they need to go, to campaigns to help lower medical costs at the pharmacy. The people involved with this organization selfishly do so much good and have such a profound impact on the community I live as a whole. It is quite amazing. The United Way of Callaway County helps everyone in such an immense way the town of Fulton would be lost without them providing the help and services they do.
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Callaway County United Way, Inc. is an excellent resource for information for many agencies in the area. They are in contact with the agencies on a regular basis, and is always willing to connect agencies to meet needs of the public.
Callaway County United Way has been a true asset in assisting low income - homebound elderly. CCUW helps provide adaptive medical equipment that allows low-income seniors to remain independent in their own homes. Items such as walkers and canes are loaned to the elderly on fixed-incomes helping them remain safe and avoid injury while living independently in their own homes.
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Callaway County United Way's involvement and support means so much to our community. Their campaign dollars go directly to member agencies that support children, senior citizens, the homeless and hungry in our small community.
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As a professional with more than 30 years in marketing and communications I can say, without hesitation, that the Callaway County United Way does an outstanding job of reaching out and truly making a huge difference in the lives of those living in the county. The board, staff and volunteers work tirelessly to promote their member agencies, steward donations and assess community needs. I am truly honored to be associated with such fine and dedicated people!
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United Way of Callaway County does a wonderful job of helping 13 agencies provide programs and services to our community. Without funding from CCUW many people would not be able to participate in such programs. This organization is an asset to our community.
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This is a wonderful organization that works very hard to support the agencies it supports and does a great job with services like 211 of connecting people looking for services with available resources.
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