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UNITED WAY reveals FINAL campaign goal

Reaching 104% of the campaign goal of $475,000

Van Wert, OH, June 13, 2018– The United Way of Van Wert County recently revealed their final campaign total was at 104% which was $20,000 over the $475,000 goal set last year. Over the past year, the 2017-18 campaign committee has worked hard to involve Van Wert County businesses and residents in various events and campaigns, raising funds for the 27 United Way supported agencies.

The recent “Fiesta Fun Friday” reverse raffle event, which was held at Willow Bend on May 4th, was a great success and was able to bring in nearly $15,000 to help reach the goal. The $1,000 grand prize winner, Thad Lichtensteiger, graciously donated $500 back to the United Way.

Vicki Smith, United Way of Van Wert County Executive Director shared, “The ability to reach the goal set, has been a great accomplishment. We can say this is the largest campaign

Pat Crummey, United Way of Van Wert County 2017-18 Campaign Chair shared, “The campaign focus this year was increased involvement from the community, stressing that small contributions from a larger number of people can have a tremendous impact.  We wanted to increase community support of the United Way’s mission and develop a sense of being a “Community Hero” and the response was overwhelming!  Thank you from me, the campaign committee and the Van Wert County United Way.

For more information on giving to the United Way or to volunteer, please contact the United Way of Van Wert County at 419-238-6689 or email at unitedway109@gmail.com.  We have moved locations so stop by our new office at 136 E. Main Street, Van Wert. Check us out on Facebook and watch for our new campaign video for 2018-19.

Thank you for your support, together we can LIVE UNITED!