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2008 United Way Campaign Breakfast honors those who made the campaign a success.

Increased need in the suburbs highlighted at Stamp Out Hunger food drive kick off 17th annual event comes at a time when more families are turning to local food cupboards for help

Thousands give back as part of United Way's Annual Day of Caring Special education and literacy projects highlights the day's events

United Way Leadership Development Programs now accepting applications for 2008 classes Deadline to apply for African American Leadership Development Program is June 27. Deadline to apply for Latino Leadership Development Program is May 30.

M&T Bank steps forward to enhance children's literacy in Rochester Bank initiates a grant to help children increase reading skills; United Way gears up for Day of Caring literacy partnership with the City of Rochester

United Way launches 2008 campaign, announces two community challenge grants Announcement highlights the broad reach of United Way's Community Fund

Community survey reveals violence and unsafe neighborhoods are biggest issues facing region United Way completes survey to gauge current and emerging needs in Greater Rochester.

City of Rochester, United Way Announce New Volunteer Initiative OneCity Connetion links volunteers with opportunities to help those most in need.

United Way's Gives Special Honor for Support of 2-1-1 Assemblymember Susan John recognized for her support of our 2-1-1 Call Center, and for advocating for critical community issues.

United Way's Latino Leadership Development Program Celebrates 25 Years Program founders and graduates honored for their commitment to bettering our community.

United Way Recognizes Graduates Of African American Leadership Development Program
Program trains and promotes the placement of local African-Americans in leadership positions in our community.

Excellence In Human Services Highlighted At The Greater > Rochester Awards
United Way and the Rochester Business Journal honor local nonprofit leaders.

United Way Honors State Senator For Continued Support Of Not-For-Profit Organizations
Senator Joseph Robach recognized for his support of a law that helps agencies continue to serve our community.

United Way Elects 2007-2008 Officers
Community volunteers will give guidence in various areas.

United Way, City Of Rochester And Monroe County Collaborate To Address Homelessness
National expert is among the speakers at a symposium focused on sharing ideas on combating the problem

Organized Labor, United Way Team Up To Deliver New Backpacks And Supplies To Students
Generous donations and volunteers allowed for every student at the school to received a bag

United Way, Time Warner Cable Announce Campus Connection
New program gives grants to college students who want to give back to our community

2007 Community Funding Announced
More than $18 million invested in programs that make our region stronger

Mini-Grants Available To Neighborhood Projects
United Way and Bank of America team up to fund mini-grants to grassroots iniatives

United Way Thanks Supporters For 2007 Campaign Success
Hundreds of people and businesses honored for their critical role in this year’s campaign

United Way Leadership Development Programs Now Accepting Applications
AALDP and LLDP provide participants with a variety of leadership, communication and professional skill-building techniques.

Students Learn About Eating Healthy As Annual Stamp Out Hunger Week Begins
First-graders from Rochester City School No. 33 Get Hands-On Science Lesson During Farm Tour

Community Raises More Than $33.5 Million Through United Way Campaign
Support From Individuals, Companies, and Special Challenge Grants Key To Reaching Goal

Thousands Take Part In Annual United Way Day Of Caring
Volunteers Give Back To The Community By Donating Their Time and Talents To More Than 500 Local Projects

United Way Launches New Approach Focusing On “Word Of Mouse” To Get The Message Out
As Part Of Effort, Wegmans Offers To Match Online Gifts From New Donors

Local Labor Unions Unite To Show Support Of 2007 United Way Campaign
Members From More Than 20 Local Unions Attend Special Breakfast Event

United Way Launches Campaign, Evolves Approaches To Reach New Donors
Online Giving, Small Business Growth Highlight How United Way Plans To Grow Base Of Donors

Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Partners With United Way To Build Stronger Neighborhoods
$100,000 Challenge Grant Will Help Dozens Of People Purchase Homes

Luncheon Celebrates United Way And Bank Of America's Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program
Grants To Fund Projects That Will Make A Strong Difference In Our Neighborhoods

United Way Honors Local Unions For Community Contributions
Special Reception Also Recognizes New Labor Leaders

United Way Lines Up With The World Community Grid
Global Humanitarian Project Uses Idle Computers For Scientific Study

Monroe County Awarded Federal Funds Under The Emergency Food And Shelter National Board Program
Local organizations encouraged to apply for available funds

United Way Of Greater Rochester Wraps Up Annual Fall Appeal
Autumn campaign surpasses its goal