Thursday, July 30, 2009
Chickenfest Cancelled
United Way of Summit County (UWSC) announced that the ‘Chickenfest’ scheduled for September 11 and 12 at Lake Anna Park has been cancelled.
Michael Gaffney, Vice President – Marketing & Communications for UWSC, said that there were several factors that precipitated this decision. “Chickenfest is an iconic event for our community and we know that many people will share our disappointment to hear this news. However, in this difficult economic climate, we decided it was best for us to focus our resources and our time on our mission and our core competencies which are helping to provide services to people in need in Barberton and throughout Summit County.”
In addition, there were a number of factors outside United Way’s control that made it impossible to hold the first-class event area residents have come to expect at Chickenfest.
According to Gaffney, United Way of Summit County staff and volunteers will meet to discuss a variety of options concerning the future of Chickenfest including the possibility of reinstating the event for 2010.
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, explore our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or visit our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
Michael Gaffney, Vice President – Marketing & Communications for UWSC, said that there were several factors that precipitated this decision. “Chickenfest is an iconic event for our community and we know that many people will share our disappointment to hear this news. However, in this difficult economic climate, we decided it was best for us to focus our resources and our time on our mission and our core competencies which are helping to provide services to people in need in Barberton and throughout Summit County.”
In addition, there were a number of factors outside United Way’s control that made it impossible to hold the first-class event area residents have come to expect at Chickenfest.
According to Gaffney, United Way of Summit County staff and volunteers will meet to discuss a variety of options concerning the future of Chickenfest including the possibility of reinstating the event for 2010.
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, explore our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or visit our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
UNITED WAY PRESENTS OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE ON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
United Way of Summit County has joined more than 800 United Ways across the United States in distributing free ‘FamilyWize’ prescription discount cards.
Bob Kulinski, President of United Way of Summit County, said, “Statistics show that four out of ten adults are not filling prescriptions, skipping doses, cutting their dosage i
n half to save money, or struggling to pay for their medicine. These discount cards reduce the cost of medicine by 30% or more. The only time there is no discount is when the pharmacy price is already lower. So people will always pay the lowest price.”
n half to save money, or struggling to pay for their medicine. These discount cards reduce the cost of medicine by 30% or more. The only time there is no discount is when the pharmacy price is already lower. So people will always pay the lowest price.”These cards can be used by everyone in the community, not just people without insurance. They can be used by people with health insurance, Medicaid or Medicare during deductible periods, for medications not covered by their plan and for people with Medicare Part D during the “doughnut hole.”
Family Wize also compliments Summit County’s ‘Executive MED’ Prescription Discount Program and other similar programs. In some cases, Family Wize covers medications that other programs don’t, and may offer better discounts on some prescriptions.
There is no limit on how many times a person can use their discount card. Non-residents can use them too. FamilyWize cards can also be used on prescription pet medications. The process is quite simple. Give the pharmacist the discount card and the prescription from the doctor.
The goal of FamilyWize prescription discount cards is to help individuals and families reduce the costs of their prescriptions. Local businesses are partnering with United Way of Summit County to cut cost of medicine and are giving FamilyWize cards to their employers.
The goal of FamilyWize prescription discount cards is to help individuals and families reduce the costs of their prescriptions. Local businesses are partnering with United Way of Summit County to cut cost of medicine and are giving FamilyWize cards to their employers.
There are 53,000 participating pharmacies throughout the United States. In the Summit County area, FamilyWize cards are available and accepted at the following pharmacies: Acme, Giant Eagle, Marc’s, Target, Wal-mart, Discount Drug Mart and CVS. Rite Aid and Walgreen pharmacies will accept the cards, but not distribute them. Cards are also available at United Way of Summit County’s offices – 90 N. Prospect Street, Akron, OH. For more information, go to http://www.familywize.org/.
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, explore our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or visit our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
United Way Names 2009 Campaign Chair
United Way of Summit County has named retired Metalico ANNACO president William W. Lowery as the 2009 volunteer campaign chairman.As chairman of the United Way/Red Cross annual campaign, Lowery will be involved in planning and implementing the fundraising effort, recruiting members for the cabinet, and attending campaign special events. Bill will lead the effort to make personal visits to more than 300 businesses and organizations in our community to encourage support of the United Way campaign.
Leading the Campaign for the 2009 year is just one of the many community activities in which Lowery participates. He is also an Advisory Trustee/Foundation Board Member for the Akron Symphony Orchestra; a board member of Hospice of Nurse Service; Government Affairs Committee Member, Greater Akron Chamber; Leadership Akron Alumni Association, and a member of the Copley-Fairlawn Kiwanis. He resides in Fairlawn with his wife Anne.
Others joining Lowery in volunteering for the 2009 Fundraising Drive are: Omar Banks of the John S. Knight Center; Tony Banks of FirstEnergy Corp.; Phillip Cajka of Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.; Theresa Carter of OMNOVA Solutions; Elizabeth Cecconi of Dawson Companies; John and Betty Dalton; William Feth of AESCO Electronics Midwest; Brian Fortney of Great Lakes Publishing Company; Therese Heckman of the Battered Women’s Shelter; Kathryn M. Hunter of The First Akron Corporation; Gary Hutchins of Allstate Insurance Company; Phillip Kane of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Ann Marie King of Fifth Third Bank; John Kovatch of The University of Akron; Ray Lampner BCG & Company; Marc Merklin of Brouse McDowell; Brian Moore of Roetzel & Andress; Eustacia Netzel of FirstMerit Bank; Donald Pavlik of National City Bank; Larry G. Poulos, Summit County Probate Court; Charles Sandstrom of Barberton Community Foundation; Brad Schroeder of YRC, Inc.; Michael Segal of UBS Financial Services, Inc.; Robert Sullivan of InfoGrow Corporation; Aaron Swartz of Ernst & Young, LLP; Toby Ann Weber of American Red Cross of Summit & Portage Counties; and Thomas Welsh of TMWelsh Consulting.
Bob Kulinski, president of United Way of Summit County said, “Bill Lowery’s attention to detail, determination and quite leadership will be so valuable to United Way and our entire community as we seek to improve lives by funding programs that advance the common good in the areas of education, income and health.”
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, visit our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or come to our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Barbara Easterling to be guest speaker at 'The Power of The Purse' Luncheon
President of the Alliance for Retired Americans, Barbara Easterling, will be the keynote speaker at The Women’s Leadership Giving Society of United Way of Summit County’s upcoming ‘Power of the Purse’ luncheon at Quaker Station, corner of Mill Street and Broadway – downtown Akron, on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Doors will open at 11:15 a.m., with the luncheon lasting from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Barbara Easterling, an Akron native, started her career as a telephone operator at Ohio Bell Telephone Co. She served as the first woman secretary-treasurer of the Communications Workers of America, as well as being the first woman in history as secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO in 1995.
Barbara will be discussing “The Power of Women in Career, Home and Community.” She has been an avid leader and supporter of many social issues, raising money for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, serving as vice chair of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, Trustee of the National Policy Association, a member of the Spina Bifida Foundation, and serves on the executive committee of the United Way of America and its Board of Governors. Her purpose is to fight for social and economic justice by education and mobilizing retirees on healthcare and retirement benefits issues.
The luncheon will also honor Woman Philanthropist of the Year, Vanita Oelschlager.
The goal of The Women’s Leadership Giving Society is to encourage, educate and energize women in the ways of philanthropy to make a difference in the community. Cost for the luncheon is $20.00 per person or a table of 10 for $190.00, and those interested can call (330) 643-5533 for more information.
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, visit our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or come to our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
Barbara Easterling, an Akron native, started her career as a telephone operator at Ohio Bell Telephone Co. She served as the first woman secretary-treasurer of the Communications Workers of America, as well as being the first woman in history as secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO in 1995.
Barbara will be discussing “The Power of Women in Career, Home and Community.” She has been an avid leader and supporter of many social issues, raising money for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, serving as vice chair of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, Trustee of the National Policy Association, a member of the Spina Bifida Foundation, and serves on the executive committee of the United Way of America and its Board of Governors. Her purpose is to fight for social and economic justice by education and mobilizing retirees on healthcare and retirement benefits issues.
The luncheon will also honor Woman Philanthropist of the Year, Vanita Oelschlager.
The goal of The Women’s Leadership Giving Society is to encourage, educate and energize women in the ways of philanthropy to make a difference in the community. Cost for the luncheon is $20.00 per person or a table of 10 for $190.00, and those interested can call (330) 643-5533 for more information.
United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, visit our website at http://www.uwsummit.org/, or come to our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.
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