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August 14, 2017

First 2017 United Fund Check Presented to Director of Ellwood Family Center

Andrew Kindle, Treasurer of the Ellwood City United Fund, presented a check to Ricki Coccia, Director of Ellwood Family Center as the first disbursement of collected funds for the year 2017. “All agencies will receive 20% less because of the shortfall in the 2017 campaign,” Kindle said. The United Fund had discussed holding the money for a later disbursement date, but decided that it would cause a hardship on the agencies who really need the funds. Kevin Green, CEO/Ex Dir of City Rescue Mission, agreed and stated, “we thank you for the recent gift(allotment), it will be put to good…

May 22, 2017

United Fund Announces 20% Cut in Allotments to Service Agencies

The Ellwood City United Fund closed the 2017 campaign on January 31, and was $ 9358.00 short of its goal of $ 50,000.00. It was hoped that donations through the spring months would fill the gap created by the shortage of the campaign. This did not happen and it is now approaching the time for the first disbursement of funds to our service agencies. The first disbursement is planned for July 10, 2017. The agencies disbursement will be cut approximately 20% of the approved allotted funds. The United Fund agencies can expect to receive between $500.00 to $1000.00 less. Connie MacDonald,…

February 17, 2016

United Fund Thanks Contributors to 2015 Campaign

The Ellwood City United Fund extends a special thank you to all of the contributors to the 2015 United Fund Campaign. It’s only through your caring that we are able to provide funds for those in need. Connie MacDonald Lori Dunham The Ellwood Group Ed and Cindy Leymarie Nancy Strutt Agnes Zikeli Glenn Koach Walt Freson Ray and Lorena Dombeck Wm Brandt Kathy T. Blank Lutz & Myers ESB Bank Home Instead Care Good Wheels Family Eye Car Brad and Lisa Ovial Frank Fotia Don and Karan Ries Beth Wyszomierski Mary McClurg John and Carol Todorich Gus and Grace Fornataro…

January 11, 2016

United Fund Campaign Extended to Jan. 31, 2016

The United Fund is short of its goal of $50,000 by $18,000. We really need the help of the community now. Please give. Live united. Every year the United Fund asks for the community and surrounding area for its generous support. We need the support so we can continue to help meet the needs of our friends and neighbors. The Ellwood City United Fund is a year round organization that helps to provide funds to the agencies that provide services to the Ellwood City area. More than ever, we need the support of the community today, now. Your donation will…

December 17, 2015

United Fund Behind Goals

The United Fund started its annual campaign drive on Nov. 1 for the year of 2015. We find ourselves behind in meeting weekly goals to reach the $50,000 that is needed to support the United fund agencies. So far, we have received donations and pledges that equal approximately 48% of what is needed. We would encourage everyone in the Ellwood City area to reflect on what they may share with others who are less fortunate than ourselves, so we can make a difference int heir lives. The Ellwood City United Fund has been serving the community for over 50 years….

November 17, 2015

Ellwood City United Fund to Release Funds Early

Connie MacDonald, president of the Ellwood City United Fund, announced on Tuesday, Nov. 10 to the United Fund Agencies that they would receive the last allotment of funds, totaling $25,000, two months early. United Funds’ money is normally released two times a year with the last allotment in January of the next year. The United Fund Board decided because of the budget impasse this would give the United Fund agencies some relief in providing services. Thanksgiving and Christmas are when most of our agencies find themselves stripped for extra funds due to the  needs of our community. The Pennsylvania budget…

November 6, 2015

Ellwood City United Fund: Get Acquainted Mixer

We cordially invite you to our “Get Acquainted Mixer” to be held at Vinny’s Restaurant on November 10, 2015 from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a great opportunity to meet and learn about the Agencies who provide Ellwood City with Professional and Human Services. City Rescue Mission Lawrence Blind Assn Ellwood Family Center People-In-Need Big Brother/Sister Ellwood Library Lark Enterprises Unicenter- H/S Boy & Girl Scouts Each agency will give a summary of services provided to Ellwood City residents and will be available for questions. Please feel free to bring your friends, free refreshments and appetizers will be available,…

November 5, 2015

Community Partnership Recognized for Service to United Fund

Connie MacDonald, president of the United Fund presented to Susann Bleakney a check for her support for the Community Partnership of Ellwood City. The United Fund, which assists local organizations who provide a variety of services to the public has offered their support to one of Lawrence Count agencies. The Community Partnership opened its doors to help bridge the gap between available services and those in need in our Ellwood City area. The Community Partnership located at 309 Fifth street is open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5p.m.

October 30, 2015

United Fund Annual Fund Campaign

The Ellwood City United Fund Board of Directors is announcing its annual fund campaign will start on Nov. 1, 2015 and end Dec. 31, 2015. The Annual Kick-Off will be a “Get Acquainted Mixer” to be held at Vinny’s Restaurant on Nov. 10, 2015 from 5 to 7 p.m. Free refreshments and appetizers will be provided, admission is free. This is a great opportunity to meet and learn about the agencies who provide Ellwood City with Professional and Human services. City Rescue Mission People-in-need Lark Enterprises Ellwood Family Center Ellwood Public Library Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Ellwood Education Foundation Human…