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.
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