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2024 GOALS In 2023, United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV) funded 58 nonprofit and school- based partner programs throughout the 29 towns of Kennebec Valley – helping more than 32,000 people access health care, education and financial stability. In total, UWKV provides support for one in four local people. Every fall, UWKV raises money for these programs through its annual fundraising campaign. Because of heightened levels of need related to the rising costs of living, UWKV has increased its fundraising goal to $1.9 million. Additionally, UWKV is the backbone organization for the Impact2032 move- ment, which unites community members and organizations across all sectors to accelerate change in Kennebec County. In 2023, UWKV aligned its Community Investment Process with the Impact2032 10-year goals – requiring that funded programs also align with one of the three vision statements to advance health, edu- cation or financial stability for all people. Impact2032 enhances UWKV's efforts to produce more measurable results. To join the movement, visit impact2032.org. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES Ever y fall, UWKV runs an annual fundraising campaign to support its nonprofit and school-based partner programs. Additionally, United Way hosts several annual fundraising events including: f Golf Scramble, hosted the first Monday of August, is UWKV 's largest fundraiser, raising an average of $19,000 each year. In 2023, 30 businesses sponsored the event and 32 teams played in the tournament. f UWKV's Campaign Kickoff is hosted every September, marking the official launch of the fundraising season. More than 3,500 donors and over 140 businesses pledge support each year. fMovie in the Park is a free, family- friendly, outdoor event hosted in late September and continues the Campaign Kickoff celebration. Used as a second fundraiser for UWKV, monies earned through sponsorship and concessions benefit all 58 partner programs. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES UWKV supports 58 local nonprofit and school-based programs – investing in health, education and financial stability. Many businesses partner with United Way to host annual workplace campaigns, giving their employees an opportunity to support the community through payroll deduction. Businesses can give back to the Kennebec County community by hosting a campaign, making a corporate gift, donating a dollar a day through the 365 Small Business Circle or sponsoring one of UWKV's many events or initiatives. Market research has shown that corporate community involvement helps attract, engage and retain high-performing employees. People who can impact the community through their workplace report higher satisfaction. For more information, visit uwkv.org/give. To find a United Way in your area, please visit unitedwaysofmaine.org. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES UWKV provides the VolunteerME Kennebec Valley portal to help local volunteers and nonprofits find each other in central Maine. If you have a little time, a lot of time or just a passion for helping, there is a place for you. To explore opportunities with UWKV and dozens of additional nonprofits, visit uwkv.org/volunteer. N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E United Way of Kennebec Valley United Way of Kennebec Valley volunteers LIVE UNITED. Established: 1955 / Employees: 6 / Annual revenue: $2,253,430 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 84% Individual contributions 12% Corporate donations 1% Foundations CONTACT 121 Commercial St., Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 626-3400 uwkv.org UnitedWayKV @unitedwaykv unitedwaykv MISSION STATEMENT United Way of Kennebec Valley unites all people and resources to improve lives in our community. SERVICE LOCATIONS Kennebec County AT A GLANCE 37% Fundraising Events 21% Contributions 18% CPR Training Revenue 14% Other Revenue 10% Bequests BOARD OFFICERS Katie Doherty Board Chair, President and CEO, Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce Nathan Curtis Board Vice Chair, Office Manager, Gagnon Dental Cheryl Flewelling Board Treasurer, Financial Advisor, Raymond James Financial Services BOARD MEMBERS Nona Boyink Community Volunteer Samantha Burdick Director of Marketing, Hight Family of Dealerships Susan Clary Director – Electric Supply, Central Maine Power Stephen Cooper Controller, Team EJP Eric Lind Community Volunteer Jessica Norton Vice President & Banking Systems Officer, Kennebec Savings Bank Bruce Osborne Community Volunteer Pam Rogers Account Executive, Cross Insurance Mike Santo Senior Tax Manager, WIPFLi LLP Kerry Smart Program Coordinator, Thomas College Amy Tardiff Vice President & General Counsel, J.S. McCarthy Printers Corey Vose Director of Marketing, Performance Foodservice, NorthCenter Chris Voynik Realtor, Laflin & Wolfington Real Estate Courtney Yeager President and CEO Katie Doherty Board Chair PHOTO CREDIT: DAVE DOSTIE VO L . X X I X N O. X X I I 96 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 2 3 – 2 0 24