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Lenawee United Way Donors Fund LEAHC’s Largest Program By Khristine Henson-Jones
Allow me to introduce you to Lenawee Emergency and Affordable Housing Corporation (LEAHC), located right here in Adrian, Michigan, next to Frosty Boy. Even though LEAHC was founded back in 1990, it seems that it is still one of Lenawee County’s best kept secrets.
“Emerging Leaders” Program Begins in Lenawee County
A new county-wide leadership program has begun in Lenawee County, thanks to the Lenawee United Way Young Professionals group. Throughout the United States, local United Way’s have begun to engage the X and Y generations in their work.
Lenawee United Way Announces “Pacesetter” Campaigns
Employees will learn how Lenawee United way will continue helping those with the greatest need through programs with long-term solutions and promoting the importance of advancing the common good for the entire community.
Lenawee United Way Young Professionals Announce New “Emerging Leaders” Program
Throughout the United States, local United Way’s have begun to engage the X and Y generations in their work. According to United Way of America, 51 United Way’s reported having formalized Young Leaders programs in 2004-05. A Young Leader is defined as being under the age of 35 and as having enthusiasm about non-profit agencies and charitable giving.
Lenawee United Way Encourages Community to “LIVE UNITED”
Lenawee United Way believes that everyone deserves opportunities to have a good life. That's why Lenawee United Way's work is focused on the building blocks for a good life: basic needs, employment and self-sufficiency, health, and youth at risk.
Lenawee United Way Helps Families Cover Prescription Costs
If you don’t have health insurance, or need medicine not covered by your insurance plan, you need a FamilyWize prescription drug discount card being distributed by Lenawee United Way.
Annual Meeting
As Summer slowly opens her door, Lenawee United Way is making final plans for its Annual Meeting and Stubnitz Award Celebration on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, 5:00-7:00 PM, at Madden Hall on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters.
Car seat safety featured at event
Unsure about the new car seat laws? Wondering whether your child's safety seat is installed properly? Plan to attend the seat check event hosted by Lenawee Safe Kids, next Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wal-Mart parking lot.
FamilyWize program popular among county residents
The FamilyWize drug discount program sponsored by Lenawee United Way is gaining ground in Lenawee County. Since the program began in the summer of 2006, nearly 1245 people have saved almost $40,000 using the discount cards.
Coming Full Circle
Basic Needs: food, shelter, clothing, and utilities (water, heat, electricity). Most of us take them for granted every time we open the refrigerator door or flip on a light switch. Yet for 5,000 families, 20% of all Lenawee County residents, this is a daily struggle. These are our neighbors, friends and relatives.
Devotion to Lenawee United Way lives on through memorial contributions
ADRIAN--Former County Administrator Bill Bacon was remembered as an extraordinary public servant by friends and colleagues after his death Dec. 3, 2007. The 54-year-old Bacon also was dedicated to serving the less fortunate through his long-time commitment to Lenawee United Way.
You Could Be Eligible for up to $4,500 through the Earned Income Tax Credit!
Each year, Michigan loses up to $70 million in uncollected Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) money. Neither the state, nor qualifying residents, can afford to let EITC pass them by any longer. As you prepare your tax forms this year, don’t forget that EITC is available to bring valuable income into the pockets of Michigan’s people.
Community Investment in Lenawee County: “A Win-Win” Situation
Would you like a guaranteed return on your investments? Financial markets have recently taken a nosedive reminding us these investments can be risky. Lenawee United Way has embarked upon a Community Investment process that is a Win-Win situation for donors and recipients alike.
2-1-1 to be ‘up and running’ in 2008
Lenawee County will join the growing list of communities with the “2-1-1” phone service for 24/7 access to health and human services information, including the availability of shelter, domestic violence safe houses, food pantries and utility assistance.
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