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Great things happen when we LIVE UNITED Great things happen when we LIVE UNITED ANNUAL UPDATE July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015 A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND BOARD PRESIDENT Great things happen when we LIVE UNITED! United Way mobilizes the caring power of the Valley and Greater Utica Area by recruiting the people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done in our community. With ten staff and more than 1,400 volunteers, our impact is huge- touching the lives of one in five people in our local community. Together, we achieve great things: • Mobilizing thousands of our neighbors to donate, volunteer and invest in the improvement of our community through our annual campaign and initiatives. • Connect all sectors of our community to meet the needs of our neighbors and to create long term change that improves the quality of life for all. • Raise, invest and leverage millions of dollars each year to support programs, collaborative efforts and initiatives that make a proven difference. TABLE OF CONTENTS • Hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards and commitment to 2-1-1 Mid York .................................... 4 United Way & Labor.......................... 18 continually measure improvement in health, education, income and foundation Young Leaders United ...................... 19 of a strong commitment. Health ................................................. 6 Great things happen when WE LIVE UNITED! We invite you to read the following updates Education ........................................... 8 Great Community Challenge ............ 19 on our important work, and continue your commitment to making great things happen Income ............................................. 10 Leadership Volunteers & Staff ......... 20 in the Valley and Greater Utica Area! Safety Net ......................................... 12 Committees & Panels ....................... 21 Greg & Brenda Drives Update ................................... 14 Financial Report............................... 22 Coalition Highlights .......................... 15 Awards .............................................. 23 Volunteer & Event Highlights ........... 16 Campaign Workplaces ..................... 24 Leadership Gifts ............................... 26 Greg Morra, President of the Board Brenda E. Episcopo, Executive Director 2-1-1 MID-YORK IS HERE TO HELP HEALTH United Way worked for years to bring 2-1-1 to our area. 2-1-1 Mid-York 10 went live on February 11, 2015, National 2-1-1 Day. This service was made possible by United Way of the Valley & Greater Utica Area, Programs United Way of New York State New York State Alliance of Information and Referral Systems. $294,372 Finding health and human services help for yourself or someone else can be confusing and intimidating, leaving many not knowing where to begin. That is why 2-1-1 was developed as an easy-to-remember phone number for people in need of help to call. 2-1-1 centers are staffed by trained specialists who quickly assess the callers’ needs and refer them to EDUCATION the help they need. 2-1-1 services are free, confidential, and accessible to everyone through multilingual capabilities. Information is also available online at www.211midyork.org, giving digital access to the comprehensive regional databases of government and not for profit services. 14 Programs YOU’LL FIND INFORMATION ABOUT: $334,546 • health care, vaccination and health • supplemental food and nutrition programs epidemic information • emergency information and disaster relief • support for individuals with mental illnesses • employment and education opportunities • addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs • and a specialty database of resource for • shelter and housing options and individuals with developmental and COMMUNITY IMPACT: $1,000,001 utilities assistance intellectual disabilities. INCOME 8 Programs $122,445 SAFETY NET 20 Programs $248,638 4 UNITED WAY OF THE VALLEY AND GREATER UTICA AREA ANNUAL REVIEW 2014-15 5 Funded Health Programs 10 Agencies • 10 Programs • Outcomes for children, youth, adults and seniors COMMUNITY IMPACT: INDICATOR: Prevention ACR Health ............................................................ Adolescent Health Initiative HEALTH Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. .................. Community Violence Reduction Program MAMI Interpreters.................................................. Preventive Care of Limited ELA Proficient Clients Thea Bowman House ............................................. DOVE Program Regional Primary Care Network .............................. Community/Dentistry Program Planned Parenthood .............................................. Campaign to prevent teen and unplanned pregnancies INDICATOR: Elderly Services 10 PROGRAMS $294,372 8,154 OUTCOMES Catholic Charities of Herkimer County ..................... RIDE Program Parkway Center...................................................... Health and Volunteer Services 5,242 Achieve and Sustain a Healthy Lifestyle Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. ............ Elderly Services Individuals who gain knowledge about health risks, preventative measures, have supportive INDICATOR: Addictive Behavior relationships, feel safe and make healthier choices, often live healthier lives. Johnson Park Center............................................... Apartments Love & Care Family & Single Women Initiative 5,242 children, youth, young adults, refugees and persons living with disabilities were educated and provided options to deal with: • social and emotional needs • reducing bullying • aggression reduction • behaviors that put them at risk of • medical interpretation to improve pregnancy, STD’s and HIV their coping skills and live healthier • domestic and/or sexual violence YOUR DONATIONS AT WORK – HEALTH 2,804 Older Adults Achieve and Maintain Health Offering older adults assistance, resources and opportunities provides activity, purpose, safety and independence. United Way funded programs are able to help artist. Susan’s long-term memory was very much 2,804 elderly individuals received and improved their lives by: many people in the community, including intact, and she beamed with joy as she spoke of • attending exercise classes • attending clinics and screenings and day care Susan, a 98 year old female with Dementia. her past experiences with pageants and painting. • doing group activities activities, allowing them to remain in their homes Now, with assistance from the program, Susan • volunteering longer, allowing adult children to have peace of Prior to seeking assistance, Susan’s nephew said can once again paint and she does so with a smile • providing or getting transportation to mind and directly impacting health care and long that she was confused, very isolated, and not eat- on her face. medical appointments term costs ing. At this point, Susan was deteriorating and unable to care for herself independently. Susan’s Susan attends the program every day that they nephew reached out to a United Way funded pro- are open. It is only through financial assistance of 108 Reduce Addictive Behaviors gram for help. He learned that he would be able to the local Office of the Aging and your donation Women and families faced with addiction who commit to positive change, learn to be accountable assist with his aunt’s care while continuing to work. through United Way that Susan is able to attend. for actions, set boundaries, and make the decision to follow-through, increase their chances to Because of your donation, Susan has the ability live healthier lives. While developing a care plan, Susan visited the to remain living in a familiar community and is 108 disadvantaged women and family members received ongoing: program to speak with staff members. At this visit, “living just as I want,” she says. Her nephew now • housing • recreation • positive socialization for children and families Susan shared a fond memory of when she won the has peace of mind knowing his aunt is cared for • addiction services • education • advocacy Miss Utica pageant and her time spent as a local and safe while he is at work. • therapy and • mentoring • life coaching provided opportunities to volunteer, counseling to break addictions, give back to the community and live healthier lives 6 UNITED WAY OF THE VALLEY AND GREATER UTICA AREA ANNUAL REVIEW 2014-15 7 Funded Education Programs 13 Agencies • 14 Programs • Outcomes for ages birth through 21 INDICATOR: School Readiness COMMUNITY IMPACT: The Neighborhood Center, Inc. ................................ Child Care Services YMCA of Mohawk Valley .......................................... Youth Service Program EDUCATION Upstate Cerebral Palsy - Leapstart Program ............. Youth Service Program INDICATOR: 3rd Grade Math/Reading Levels Boys & Girls Club of Mohawk Valley ......................... Project Learn Johnson Park Center ................................................ Drop In Youth Program Oneida Herkimer Madison BOCES ........................... Afterschool Program Center for Family Life and Recovery ......................... Second Step INDICATOR: High School Graduation 14 PROGRAMS $334,546 21,805 OUTCOMES Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. ........ Learning Disability Assoc. of MV (LDAMV) Thea Bowman House ............................................. Kids With Promise Utica Safe Schools Healthy Students Partnership .... Resolving Conflict Through Good Decision Making INDICATOR: Coping Skills for Success in