The United Way of Central Missouri marked the end of its formal fundraising period at a Thank You Celebration held at the Missouri Farm Bureau on Thursday morning. Prior to announcing the campaign results, organizers stressed that the total amount raised contains projections as donations continue to arrive at the United Way office over the coming weeks and months.
The projected pledge total of the 2009-2010 Community Campaign is $1,600,006. United Way leadership reported this total will make it possible to meet its financial commitment to the member agencies and the community. "Our first responsibility is to our partner agencies many of which could not exist without United Way funding", said United Way President, Linda McAnany. "This year's projected total will allow us to keep that commitment and have additional dollars available for one-time grants."
"Challenging times call for big hearts. It's no surprise that Mid-Missourians have answered the call to help their friends and neighbors" said Warren Krech, 2009 Campaign Co-Chair. "That generous spirit makes "Live United" more than just a slogan. In Central Missouri, it's a way of life."
"Once again, this confirms what a generous community we live in", added Mike Kehoe, 2009 Campaign Co-Chair. "It also shows the community believes in and trusts the United Way when it comes to determining and meeting the needs in Central Missouri". He added, "We consider ourselves very lucky to be able to count on our contributors year after year".
Money raised during the Community Campaign funds the work of the 25 member agencies and programs. United Way of Central Missouri serves Cole, Miller, Moniteau, Osage, and southern Callaway counties.
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