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Press Release | 18 Local Organizations to Receive United Way of Williamson County Funding

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas, July 2, 2010 – United Way of Williamson County (UWWC) Board of Directors has announced the 2010-2011 Community Investment Grants awarded to eighteen nonprofit programs serving the residents of Williamson County. Each of the funded programs is aimed at creating an impact in a specific area such as improving school readiness, increasing graduation rates, increasing the number of families receiving health care, providing access to prevention programs or helping families achieve financial stability.

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LIVE UNITED at the Dell Diamond

Mitch Hayes and Randy and Melanie Hartford watch the game.


LIVE UNITED at the Dell Diamond

Round Rock Express fans talk to Lone Star Circle of Care staff about Lone Star's health care programs.


LIVE UNITED at the Dell Diamond

Brad Crosswhite and Susan Gates pass out t-shirts.

LIVE UNITED Night Scores Big at the Dell Diamond

United Way of Williamson County (UWWC) teamed up with the Round Rock Express for LIVE UNITED Night at the Ballpark on Monday, May 24. Fans lined up for LIVE UNITED t-shirts while Warren Jones, Hope Alliance board president, threw the opening pitch. UWWC's 2009-10 Partner Agencies talked to fans in the Heritage Center to recruit volunteers, promote upcoming events, and be a resource for those with questions.

The event was made possible by the generosity of the following sponsors:

  • Lead Sponsor: GENCO Supply Chain Solutions
  • The Benold Company
  • CEVA Logistics
  • Georgetown Interstate Transmission & Automotive Repair
  • Quality Promotions
  • Round Rock Express
  • Sierra Microwave Technology
  • Mark & Christi Adams
  • Dain Johnson
  • Rick & Debbie McKelvey
  • Tom & Dorothy Shockley
  • Mark & Georganna Silverstone

Finally, thank you also to our many volunteers for coming together to raise the visibility and community awareness of UWWC's commitment to strong, local education, income, and health initiatives. This would not have been possible without your support and determination.


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Press Release | United Way of Williamson County Day of Caring Creates Impact in Williamson County

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas, April 26, 2010 – Gloomy weather did not deter more than 110 volunteers from participating in United Way of Williamson County’s Day of Caring on the morning of Saturday, April 17, 2010. United Way of Williamson County, The Volunteer Center and several nonprofit agencies worked together to gather volunteers and projects across the County making an incredible impact for the people they serve. “We are committed to advancing the common good and creating opportunities for a better tomorrow in Williamson County. The collective effort of more than a hundred people offering their time to volunteer in our community truly demonstrates what it means to LIVE UNITED - reaching out a hand to one which ultimately influences the condition of all.” said LeAnn Powers, Chief Professional Officer of United Way of Williamson County.

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Blanket Making

Brushy Creek

Cedar Park Library

Round Rock Area Serving Center Community Gardens


Tippit Middle School

  


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(L-R) LeAnn Powers, UWWC Chief Professional Officer, Andrew Shell, WBC Opportunities Executive Director, Bill Engvall, Jr., and William DeLeon, WBC Opportunities Chair


United Way of Williamson County (UWWC) presented the 2010 Janet Engvall McTigue Advancing Excellence Award to Williamson Burnet County Opportunities (WBC Opportunities) during a private reception at the home of Dorothy and Tom Shockley on Jan. 18, 2010. The staff and board members of United Way and WBC Opportunities, the Engvall family (including Bill Engvall, Jr., popular actor, comedian, and brother of Janet Engvall McTigue) participated in this special evening. (L-R) LeAnn Powers, UWWC Chief Professional Officer; Andrew Shell, WBC Opportunities Executive Director; Bill Engvall, Jr.; and William DeLeon, WBC Opportunities Chair.

 

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MLK Jr. Day = Jan. 18, 2010

Some chose to make the MLK Jr. holiday on Jan. 18 a day 'on' —
giving of their time to volunteer projects around Williamson County.

Organized by United Way of Williamson County, The Volunteer Center and nine organizations, 175 volunteers raked, shoveled, organized, cleaned, and made blankets. Participating organizations included Williamson County Champion Park, Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, Goodwill of Hutto, Round Rock Housing Authority, WBC Opportunities in Taylor and Spirit Reins in Liberty Hill. The blanket-making project was coordinated at the Neighborhood Conference Committee offices in Round Rock, with Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center and Hope Alliance as the beneficiaries of the blankets.

 

Some of the schools, businesses and service groups participating included Westwood High School, Target and the Round Rock ChangeMakers.

 

View a sampling of images from Williamson County residents who came out to get involved, lend a hand, and LIVE UNITED!

 

 

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Day of Caring Volunteers Create an Impact in Williamson County

Five volunteer projects making a difference in five cities in Williamson County. This was the goal of United Way of Williamson County's October 9th Day of Caring. While the welcomed rain forced a change in some of the originally planned projects it did not dampen the spirits of the many volunteers who gave their valuable time and talent to making an impact in our community. … [ read full release ]

 

AJ Wagner and Michelle Robertson, Seton

AJ Wagner and Michelle Robertson, Seton Medical Center Williamson

 

DAY OF CARING PHOTO GALLERY:
View a sampling of images from Williamson County residents who came out to get involved, lend a hand, and LIVE UNITED!

 

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IMPORTANT SWINE FLU INFORMATION
In recent days, the Swine Flu has been reported in humans in Texas, across the U.S. and abroad.

Prevention and/or controlling the spread of Swine Flu is important to us at United Way of Williamson County so we offer the following resources and tips regarding the Swine Flu.

Swine Flu Prevention Tips

Symptoms of Swine Flu
Swine Flu symptoms are similar to those of the common flu. They could include:

This list is provided as information only. We encourage you to call your doctor if you have any concerns or questions.

Up-to-date Williamson County information regarding the Swine Flu

Visit the Williamson County & Cities Health District
for the latest information regarding the Swine Flu in Williamson County
www.wcchd.org/PublicHealthAlerts.htm

Information on seasonal flu and seasonal flu surveillance in Williamson County
www.wcchd.org/Services/DiseaseMgmt/Influenza.htm

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