July 1, 2006 Hello, and thank you for your support of United Way of Greater Cleveland. Be among the first to see the 2006 United Way Campaign Video Learn how your contributions to United Way are making a difference in our community by viewing our 2006 campaign video now. IN THIS ISSUE: Pacesetters Kick Off the 2006 Campaign Did You Know? Help Wanted: Community Investment Volunteers 2006 Loaned Executives Off to a Great Start Upcoming Events Celebrate this Fourth of July Safely

United Way Pacesetters Kick Off the 2006 Campaign An energetic room full of United Way of Greater Cleveland Pacesetters met at the Cleveland Sight Center on June 14 to kick off this year's campaign. Bob Rawson, Jones Day partner-in-charge and 2006 Campaign Co-Chair, joined Pacesetter Co-Chairs Steve Kestner and Phil Rice in welcoming nearly 100 representatives from Pacesetter organizations. Anne Harmody, who is featured in the 2006 campaign video, addressed the group and Jim Petsock, UPS finance manager and Employee Campaign Manager, offered advice on conducting an effective campaign. View photos from the event.

Did you know that United Way of Greater Cleveland invested nearly $1 million in nine Employment Preparation Programs that helped 2,242 people gain skills that resulted in full-time employment.

Help Wanted United Way of Greater Cleveland's Community Investment Committee is seeking new volunteers. As a Community Investment volunteer, you will join other community leaders who make funding recommendations for our community's health and human service programs and initiatives. The time commitment is five hours per month, and the rewards immeasurable. To learn more please contact Fatima Perkins at United Way.

2006 Loaned Executives This year's summer Loaned Executives (see photo), commonly referred to as LEs, have reported to work. Loaned or sponsored by organizations, these professionals generously give their talent and expertise to support the campaign. They help manage all aspects of workplace campaigns, building and sustaining relationships in more than 2,100 companies and organizations that support United Way and the programs and services it funds. Learn how your employees could benefit from the training and experiences offered to Loaned Executives. Fall session begins August 21.

Save the dates United Way Campaign Kick-Off and Pancake Flip on Public Square Thursday, September 7, 2006 - Start your day off right with a hearty pancake breakfast and help kick off the United Way 2006 campaign. Campaign goal announcement at 8 a.m. 9th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament Tuesday, September 12, 2006 - Enjoy a day on the links playing with Cleveland Browns alumni at beautiful Hemlock Springs Golf Club in Geneva. End the day with wine and dinner at nearby Ferrante Winery & Ristorante and silent and live auctions.

Celebrate this Fourth of July Safely Fireworks and celebrations go together during the Fourth of July, but did you know that nearly 7,000 injuries were treated in hospital emergency rooms during the one-month period surrounding this holiday? Celebrate safely with these safety tips. Fireworks safety test and answers (pdf documents) Fireworks eye safety and what to do if an accident occurs

Check community-wide needs for the greatest impact on our community By designating Community-Wide Needs with your pledge, you authorize our trained volunteers to decide how your donations, and those of countless others, can target the greatest needs of our community. It might be to deliver meals to homebound seniors, train daycare providers to provide the best possible educational preparation for children or any of the nearly 180 programs provided by our community partners, or initiatives of the Community Vision Council. Here is how to pledge confidentially online.

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