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United Way breaks fundraising record again
Friday, February 03, 2012For the second year in a row, United Way of the Southern Tier has set an all-time high fundraising record! >>
Appointments available for United Way’s free tax assistance program
Tuesday, January 17, 20122-1-1 Helpline has begun scheduling appointments for CA$H (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope), a free tax assistance program for working families that make generally $49,000 or less annually. >>
United Way celebrates campaign, honors top performers
Wednesday, January 04, 2012On December 15, United Way of the Southern Tier celebrated what has the potential to become a record-setting 2011 Community Campaign, and presented awards to outstanding worplace volunteers and campaigns. >>
Gunlocke earns top campaign award
Wednesday, January 04, 2012The Gunlocke Company earned United Way of the Southern Tier’s highest campaign honor for its outstanding performance in the 2011 Community Campaign. >>
Hornell Wegmans wins United Way participation challenge
Tuesday, November 08, 2011Wegmans Food Market in Hornell beat out the Corning and Elmira stores in the 2011 United Way campaign participation challenge. Seventy-eight percent of Hornell store employees contributed to this year’s fundraising campaign. >>
’We’re Gonna Groove’ Art Raffle
Wednesday, November 02, 2011We are raffling a beautiful oil painting by local artist Lushana Watson. Click the Read More link to see the painting and learn more about how you can win it! >>
Sikorsky Golf Tournament nets $19,000 for United Way
Wednesday, October 05, 2011The Sikorsky Military Completions Center raised $19,000 for the 2011 United Way Community Campaign at its annual golf tournament on September 15 at the Corning County Club. Members of the tournament planning committee presented a check for the proceeds to United Way on September 30. >>
CA$H tax assistance program seeks volunteers for upcoming season
Friday, September 30, 2011The Creating Assets, Savings and Hope (CA$H) tax assistance program is seeking volunteer tax preparers, receptionists and screeners for the 2012 tax filing season. Training will be held this fall, and tax preparation begins early next year. >>
United Way accepts campaign contribution from new CVS center
Thursday, September 29, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier was pleased to be part of the grand opening ceremonies Wednesday at the new CVS Distribution Center in Chemung. As part of the program, United Way received a contribution of $5,000 toward the 2011 Community Campaign. >>
Use 2-1-1 Give Help to assist with flood relief
Wednesday, September 21, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier and the Institute for Human Services in Bath are partnering with United Way of Broome County to offer a resource for individuals who want to assist with flooding relief and recovery efforts in Broome and Tioga counties. 2-1-1 HELPLINE Give Help is the connection for individuals looking to donate their time, goods or services. >>
Annual softball tournament nets $1,200 for United Way
Tuesday, September 20, 2011Imagine Paint from Hornell rolled to its second consecutive title at this year’s United Way Softball Challenge, which raised $1,200 for United Way of the Southern Tier. >>
United Way kicks of 2011 Campaign, sets goal of $4.65 million
Tuesday, September 20, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier kicked off its 2011 Community Campaign on August 26 with a family-friendly event at the Nasser Civic Center in Corning. >>
United Way, Kennel Club offer day of activities for dog owners
Wednesday, September 07, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier and the Elmira Kennel Club will present Responsible Dog Ownership Day and Paws United Dog Walk on Saturday, September 10 at the Denison Park pond pavilion. >>
United Way welcomes new Resource Development Coordinator
Monday, August 08, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier is pleased to welcome Karen Rupp to the position of Resource Development Coordinator. >>
Emergency Food and Shelter Funds Available to Chemung Agencies
Monday, July 25, 2011Chemung County agencies that provide food and shelter programs are eligible to apply for FEMA money. >>
2011 Corning Incorporated Golf Tournament
Friday, July 22, 2011On July 15, Corning Incorporated held its annual golf tournament to benefit United Way of the Southern Tier. This year's event raised more than $20,000, and included 36 teams. Many thanks to Corning Incorporated, Soaring Eagles Golf Course, tournament participants and tournament sponsors! Click on "Read More" to see team photos. >>
Tickets Available for 2011 Kickoff Event
Monday, July 18, 2011Tickets are now available for Kick It Up for United Way! – a night of family fun to celebrate the 2011 Community Campaign kickoff. Kick It Up! will be held Friday, August 26 at the Nasser Civic Center ice rink in Corning. Beatlemania Again will perform from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and Nik and the Nice Guys from 8 p.m. to midnight. Children’s entertainment including inflatables, balloon art, face-painting and magic will be offered from 5 to 8 p.m. >>
New Board Chair looks forward to tenure
Wednesday, June 29, 2011Brenda Copeland, President and CEO at Steuben Trust, began a two-year terms as Board Chair in April. >>
United Way seeks volunteer teams for Day of Caring on June 17
Monday, May 16, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier’s annual Day of Caring will be held Friday, June 17. This event is an opportunity for volunteers from local businesses to complete projects at non-profit agencies across Chemung and Steuben counties. >>
Slot car club raises $265 for the 2011 United Way campaign
Monday, May 16, 2011The 2011 Community Campaign is off and running, thanks in part to local slot car racing enthusiasts. >>
Second annual slot car race to benefit United Way
Friday, April 22, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier is proud to partner once again with the Slot Car Club of the Twin Tiers (SCCOTTT) on the United Way 250 slot car race. >>
United Way will introduce new awards, host dynamic speaker at annual dinner
Monday, April 04, 2011The 2011 United Way of the Southern Tier annual dinner on April 27 will be a celebration of individuals who improve lives in our community through their support of United Way. >>
It’s Not Too Late to Receive Free Tax Help!
Monday, March 21, 2011The tax deadline is approaching, and the Creating Assets, Savings and Hope (CA$H) program is still scheduling appointments for free tax assistance. >>
Bank of America grant helps CA$H tax assistance program
Tuesday, February 15, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier and the Bank of America Charitable Foundation have joined forces to provide free tax preparation, filing and other social services to hardworking individuals and families in the Southern Tier and across the country who qualify for the Federal Government’s Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) program and can earn up to $5,666 in tax credits for the 2010 tax year. >>
It’s time to make your CA$H appointment
Monday, January 31, 20112-1-1 Helpline has begun scheduling appointments for the Creating Assets, Savings and Hope (CA$H), a free tax assistance program for working families that make generally $49,000 or less. >>
Letter of thanks from Ron Hatch, President of United Way of the Southern Tier
Thursday, January 27, 2011Each year as the United Way Community Campaign draws to a close, I like to reflect on the highs and lows of our annual fundraising push. This year I am struck by just how much we have to celebrate – most notably, an increase in the campaign -- and how soon. >>
United Way partners with Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Thursday, January 20, 2011United Way of the Southern Tier will strengthen its focus on promoting economic self-sufficiency, with a new collaboration with Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central New York (CCCS) announced today. >>
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