JOIN HANDS. OPEN YOUR HEART. LEND YOUR MUSCLE.  Operation Helping Hands 2010!

Fox Valley United Way celebrates an “unprecedented response from our incredibly generous community” at its 2009 Annual Breakfast, May 21st.  CEO Michael Meyer reports that total donations have exceeded $1.5 million – in spite of the worst economic conditions in decades.  The $1.5 million amount includes a $100,000 matching donation from the Dunham Emergency Assistance Fund.  Fund officials presented the matching funds check at the Breakfast.   The Annual Breakfast, which serves as Fox Valley United Way’s report to the community on its fundraising efforts,  was attended by over 300 individuals representing local government, health and human services agencies, businesses, community organizations and individuals who contribute to Fox Valley United Way, as well as many recipients of those contributions.

“The people and businesses in the Fox Valley have stepped up with contributions both big and small to help neighbors in need,” Meyer said.  “The more than 55 health and human service agencies we support have been stretched like never before, but the public has responded with a warmth and generosity that will forever mark the Fox Valley as a caring, concerned community.”

The Breakfast program included testimonials by individuals who have benefitted from social service programs supported through Fox Valley United Way’s campaign efforts, and awards to volunteers and organizations.