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Char-Em United Way Plans Small Business Blitz
In an effort to engage support from small businesses in Emmet and Charlevoix Counties for the United Way Campaign, Char-Em United Way is planning a “Small Business Blitz” on Wednesday, October 6.
“We traditionally have support of larger businesses, which run employee campaigns, as well as a many individuals,” explains Martha Lancaster, Executive Director of Char-Em United Way. “We hope the Small Business Blitz will give small businesses the opportunity to learn more about how they can help United Way meet community needs.”
On October 6, volunteers from United Way – many of them representatives of United Way’s 26 partner agencies – will be visiting and calling on small businesses, both in and out of the downtown areas. The volunteers will provide information about United Way and ask for a pledge or donation. Pledges of $25 or more will be read on Lite 96.3 FM throughout the day. In addition, all businesses donating during the Blitz will be entered in a drawing to win prizes including ads in the Petoskey News-Review.
“We are pleased that Lite 96.3 FM is partnering with us on the Small Business Blitz,” says Lancaster. “We hope the free publicity and the excitement of the radio announcements will encourage businesses to donate. We also plan to have “donation stations” in the downtown areas where donors can drop off their contributions and meet the Lite 96 van. But the most important reason to donate is the increased need in the community for health and human services.”
Char-Em United Way has set a goal of $350,000 this year, and the Frey Foundation has offered an additional $20,000 challenge grant if the goal is reached. With economic conditions in Northern Michigan continuing to be serious, the need for the services supported by United Way is greater than ever.
Early bird pledges and on-line donations for the Small Business Blitz are also welcome. Information about community needs and programs supported by United Way is available at www.charemunitedway.org. Donations can be made from that secure website.
There is no minimum or maximum pledge. Donations of any size will help Char-Em United Way reach its goal and help meet community needs during the coming year.
Volunteers are also being recruited to help with the Small Business Blitz. For additional information or to make a donation over the phone, call 231-487-1006.
When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. Please support your local United Way. Look for our volunteers on Wednesday, September 30th or contact our office to make your pledge. Thank you!
For more information, contact United Way at 231-487-1006 or info@charemunitedway.org
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