uwnns annual report june 30 2011
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Annual Report - United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, June 30, 2011TRANSCRIPT
Volunteer Governed United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra is a volunteer governed organization. This means that your neighbors, your co-workers and your friends make all decisions based on the needs of our community. This board of directors consists of 18 community leaders with diverse backgrounds and a full understanding of the needs of our cities and rural areas. Hundreds of volunteers provide leadership and direction for the organization.
Board of Directors
Mary-Ann Andrews Vaughna Bendickson
Chris Bosse Nancy Brown
Ann Campbell, Secretary Mitch Cohen
Joan Dees, Treasurer Larry DeVincenzi
Bonnie Drinkwater Paul Dugan, Chair
Mendy Elliott Bob Grubic
Paula Lee Hobson Curtis McElwee, Vice Chair
Heath Morrison Tina Nappe
Tom Pfoh Kris Wells
Dear Supporters, On behalf of United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, many thanks for your continued commitment and support. In 2010-2011, we made great progress in our region. Our volunteers, donors, and advocates invested their passion, resources and expertise to create a better life for all. Our focus in education, financial stability, and health are the building blocks for a good life. Through your commitment , young children are entering school better prepared to succeed, families are building brighter, more financially stable futures, and people are living healthy lifestyles. Again, thank you. Together we are building a better future. Sincerely,
Staff Karen Barsell Doni Gassaway Kelsey Piechocki Betty Rose Donna Ruiz Kim Spiersch
What is United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra? United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) is a local, independent nonprofit organization that holds itself accountable not just for action but also for results. We are driven by a commitment to make a real difference in the communities we serve and create lasting positive changes in people’s lives.
We are guided by our mission statement: “We link the community’s will and resources to improve lives.” Building on nearly 70 years of service, we seek to achieve our vision of
“working together to build a better community” by: • Identifying our most pressing needs • Developing strategies that address these issues • Pulling together financial and human resources • Tackling these issues with innovative funding • Producing measurable results that will make a difference and
improve people’s lives.
WHY
EDUCATION,
FINANCIAL
STABILITY , and HEALTH?
FINANCIAL
STABILITY
EDUCATION
HEALTH
STANDARDS OF
EXCELLENCE
DESCRIPTION OF
KEY PROGRAM AREAS
United Way provided key funding for a brand new initiative: the 2011 launch of Parent University – offering more than 200 classes!