Far Northwest Golf Outing is a success!
June 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Supporters of the Far Northwest Suburban United Way gathered under sunny skies to golf the beautiful course at the Golf Club of Illinois and raise resources for the United Way.Participants supported the United Way through a raffle with fabulous prizes courtesy of our community partners, silent and live auctions, and a variety of fun golf games.
The evening was capped by a buffet dinner and presentations of awards for the golf contests and some fun awards for the winning foursomes.
Pictures coming soon!
Pulte Holmes and Del Webb Employees Team up for a Day of Caring
May 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Volunteers from Pulte Holmes and Del Webb teamed up to help out clients of Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County lead a safer and more comfortable. Volunteers performed a “Home Makeover” for a family in need; they painted, hung new fixtures, rehung doors, landscaped and more.
The Day of Caring program allows conscientious companies to be matched up with agencies and people in need to work on projects both large and small. If you or your company is interested in participating, please contact us.
Far Northwest Says “Domo arigato!”
May 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Far Northwest Suburban United Way brought together its Campaign Leaders, Volunteers and key supporters to celebrate the success of the 2007 Campaign at Benihana in Schaumburg. Guests were entertained by Benihana’s famous “teppan-yaki” style chefs as they prepared their meals at their tables.
Campaign Co-Chair Wendi Phillips and Development Manager Susan Ockerlund handed out awards to the Far Northwest Top Corporate Citizens and recognized the special efforts of the Campaign Leaders.
The Top Corporate Citizens for the 2007 Campaign were:
ADP - Dealer Services
ADP - Employer Services
RSM McGladrey - Schaumburg
Costco - Schaumburg
JC Penney - West Dundee
Recognition Awards given out included:
Best Campaign Growth
RSM McGladrey
Jeff Schultz
Team Spirit Award
Great American Insurance
Mary Ziegler
Outstanding Community Spirit
School District #300
Susie Siles
Outstanding Employee Campaign Coordinator
School District #54
Tammie Rooney
Most Innovative New Employee Campaign Coordinator
Moneris Solutions
Chrissy Kobler
Most Innovative Campaign Coordinator
Paccar Financial
Nick Haddad
Most Innovative Campaign Coordinator
Paccar Financial
Steve Williams
Most Innovative New Workplace Campaign
SP Richards
Brian Spear
Most Innovative New Workplace Campaign
SP Richards
Lori Welker
Community Spirit Award
AmericaUnited Bank and Trust
Justin Masterman
View more photos from the Campaign Thank You
Winter 2008 Newsletter
April 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Hot off the presses is the Winter 2008 Far Northwest Suburban United Way newsletter. This installment of the newsletter includes updates on volunteer activities around our area, updates on upcoming events, profiles of some of our volunteers and a special message from our President, Jerome Brand.
Current donors should being receiving a newsletter in their mailboxes; if you have not and would like to, please contact us.
To download an electronic copy (pdf) click here.
The Far Northwest Suburban United Way newsletter is made possible through the generous in-kind donation of Zurich Financial of Schaumburg and the support of Plum Grove Printers of Hoffman Estates.
UW Night at the Anvil Club
February 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment
United Way Supporters gathered April 24th at the prestigious Anvil Club in East Dundee. The Anvil Club donated a portion of the proceeds from the evening to the Far Northwest Suburban United Way to help meet the needs of the communities we serve.
The Anvil Club is a private club located at 309 Meier Street in East Dundee, Illinois. The doors of the club were opened to members of the community to support this great event.
For more specific information about the event, including complete menu, prices, and considerations, please read our flier. In total, the event raised over two hundred dollars and greater awareness of the work of the United Way.
5th Annual Golf Outing
February 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Save the Date!We are pleased to announce the date and location of the 5th Annual Far Northwest Suburban United Way Golf Outing! Golf Committee Chairman Tom Flynn, the Board of Directors, and the Far Northwest staff have been working to diligently to secure a date and location. This year’s Golf Outing will be held on June 11, 2008. Local golf courses were solicited for bids and after reviewing the submissions, the Golf Club of Illinois will be the site of our outing again this year. If you are interested in participating in, sponsoring, or volunteering for the Golf Outing, please contact us!
Interested in sponsoring the 5th Annual Golf Outing? Download the Sponsor Form.
Interested in participating in the 5th Annual Golf Outing? Download the Registration Form.
Watch Your Mailboxes!
November 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment
It’s campaign season again and we’re beginning to roll out the 2007 Campaign materials, including updating our donors with the 2007 Donor Guide and pledge cards. Mailings have gone out to our residential donors, so watch your mailboxes. If you haven’t received any materials and you’d like to be added to our mailing list, please contact us!
Great American Insurance employees volunteer at Countryside
November 14, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Fifty employees of the Great American Insurance company in Schaumburg volunteered their time and talents to help out the United Way partner agency Countryside Association for People with Disabilities. Volunteers lead by Campaign Leader Mary Ziegler worked inside and out to help maintain Countryside’s facilities. They applied their talents to a wide variety of projects including painting, raking, and decorating for the holidays.
Day of Caring opportunities are open to any United Way partner; let us know if you’re interested in participating in a day of caring!
UW Partners with Parkway Realty and Paccar Financial for Fall Drives
October 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment
At the end of October, representatives from Shelter, Inc.’s Jennings Home received donations of food pantry items from the residents of Parkway Realty’s Schaumburg properties, Paccar Financial, and their employees. This is only the first part of a two-part drive - in November they will be collecting hygiene items for the Jennings Home.The Jennings Home for Girls, located in Schaumburg, provides emergency shelter for girls, ages 11 to 17, who are in need of a safe haven in times of family crisis.
Since Shelter, Inc.’s inception in 1975, they have been providing safe and stabilizing environments for adolescents in crisis. Shelter’s group home program allows clients to stay in school and continue to grow and learn life skills while being supported through tough times.
JC Penney’s Employees Volunteer at Aunt Martha’s
October 18, 2007 | Leave a Comment
A group of employees from JC Penney took part in the United Way’s Day of Caring program and volunteered today at Aunt Martha’s Youth Service Center. Sporting bright United Way t-shirts, the volunteers tackled several crowded storage areas in an effort to turn them into usable space for the center’s expanding programs. Volunteers helped create several new offices and counseling spaces. Continuing United Way’s mission of fostering partnership between Partner Agencies, staff and volunteers connected Aunt Martha’s unused furniture with agencies who can put it back into service.Pictures coming soon!
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