United Way Today

• Project NEXT: Project FIRST
  A gallery opening showcasing budding young artists
  
  Project NEXT makes a positive and lasting impact in Greater Philadelphia by mobilizing young adults and creating meaningful opportunities for them to Give, Advocate, and Volunteer. Project FIRST showcased the art of some of Philadelphia's after-school programs. Many thanks to everyone who attended.
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• United Way Earthquake Aid for the People of Haiti
  
  Help the people of Haiti affected by this devastating earthquake by donating to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund. Contributions to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund support recovery and long-term rebuilding needs of the devastated Haitian communities, as well as to meet the needs of Haitians affected by the disaster who have relocated to the USA and throughout the Caribbean.
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  Haiti Relief Updates
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• United Way / FOX29
  Share the Warmth
  
  Record breaking clothing collection supports regional homeless shelters. Thank you Greater Philadelphia!
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• United Way Charity Gift Card from American Express
  
  American Express, an NCL partner, is offering a United Way Gift Card this Holiday season. The card is available now and will be available until supplies are exhausted. American Express is giving United Way Worldwide the $3.95 fee it normally charges with a cap of $250,000.
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• United Way Launches
  365 Days of Caring
  
  Over 700 volunteers from local companies participated in day one of 365 Days of Caring.
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  about day one
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  about 365 Days of Caring

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• 2008-2009
  Report to the Community
  
  Last year, United Way boldly changed its positioning as we began to focus on advancing the common good in Greater Philadelphia. We announced new regional goals in the areas of Education for Children, Income for Families and Health for Seniors and went forth with an intentional and specific call to action to create a grassroots social movement that would deliver measurable change and measurable results.
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• Jill Michal Op/Ed on Volunteering
  Philadelphia Daily News
  
  We see the world outside our door, a mosaic of economic and social events that affect all our lives. We can't ignore the realities but we can make a difference. We can volunteer.
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• JOIN THE MOVEMENT
  
  Reach out a hand to one and influence the condition of all.
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Community Matters

• United Way Women's Initiative
  2010 Girls Today, Leaders Tomorrow Gala
  
  Join United Way for the 2010 Girls Today, Leaders Tomorrow Gala Dinner hosted by United Way’s Women’s Initiative will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at the Crystal Tea Room, with cocktails beginning at 5:30 pm followed by dinner at 6:30 pm.
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  About Women's Initiative

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• MyFreeTaxes.com -
  File Taxes for FREE Online
  
  The My Free Taxes Campaign, now in its second year, aims to provide easy FREE tax advice and filing to individuals and families across the country.
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  File Your Taxes for FREE

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• Panel on Promoting Immigrant Community Participation in the 2010 Census
  
  United Way is partnering with the Pennsylvania Immigration & Citizenship Coalition to host a panel on promoting immigrant community participation in the 2010 census. The event will take place on Thursday, March 11th, 4p-530p.
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• Earned Income Tax Credit
  
  The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is America’s largest anti-poverty program. A refundable tax credit for low to moderate-income working individuals, the EITC can increase a family’s annual income by over $5,000. The EITC reduces the tax burden on workers, supplements their wages, and helps families pay bills or save for the future.
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  File Your Taxes for FREE

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• 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on the Future of Pennsylvania’s Workforce and Economy
  
  UWSEPA is please to invite you to the 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on the Future of Pennsylvania’s Workforce and Economy. Occurring less than a month before the Commonwealth’s primary elections, this forum will offer an informative and interactive look at the candidates’ plans for stimulating job creation and moving Pennsylvanians back to work. The forum will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on April 19th at the National Constitution Center.
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• United Way’s
  Emerging Leaders Program
  
  United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s Emerging Leaders Program is an intensive leadership development program offered to 15 to 20 mid-level nonprofit managers who have demonstrated a commitment to the non-profit sector. High-achieving nonprofit professionals under the age of 40 are encouraged to apply for a place in this year’s Emerging Leaders Program.
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• UNITED WAY LAUNCHES FLU EMERGENCY WEBSITE
  
  Easy-to-use site helps public locate H1N1 and seasonal flu shots.
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• Find your VolunteerMatch
  
  United Way has made it easier for you to find a volunteer opportunity that's right for you.
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• Investing in Results
  
  United Way achieves lasting solutions to a tightly focused set of pressing problems in our region.
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Giving Matters

• US Airways Employees Pull Through for United Way
  
  US Airways employees participated in the 4th Annual Jet Pull at Philadelphia International Airport to benefit United Way.
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• Good News
  from the 2009 Campaign
  
  Organizations throughout the region are doing their part to advance the common good through United way’s annual campaign.
  Keep up with the latest campaign Good News here

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• United Way Welcomes
  2009 Campaign Chair
  Rosemary Turner
  
  Rosemary Turner, President and Chief Operating Officer of the Metro Philadelphia District for UPS is named as United Way’s 2009 Campaign Chair at the annual Champions for Impact awards.
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• Independence Blue Cross Tapes NBC10 Wake-Up Call for IBX Campaign Kick-Off
  
  "Thanks Blue Crew for answering the call!"
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• Start a Workplace Campaign

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