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Here’s What to Give Your Donors
Tis the season of giving when we all scramble to figure out just what exactly we should get those special people in our lives . . . are your donors on your gift list this year? Here are two reasons why they should be . . .
They Did Good Stuff I Guess
Recently, I was catching up with a long-time friend who I’ve known since high school and the topic of United Way came up.
Planning With Passion in Mind
Recently, I was tasked with planning something of the utmost importance: my upcoming trip to Chicago with my sister.
Six Sayings for Your Bulletin Board
Over the course of working with United Ways for the past 32 years, there are several sayings which find their way into my speech on a fairly regular basis. Here are six of the sayings I use most frequently . . .
After COVID-19 Will Your United Way Return to Normal?
I will not keep you in suspense, nor surprise you with my response, but “No” your United Way will never return to normal after COVID-19.
Expectations vs. Experience
It’s time for me to admit to everyone something that I almost never mention.