2008 - United Way of Western Connecticut

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
LIVE UNITED
2008
United Way
of Western Connecticut

WE ARE A LEADER IN
MOBILIZING
THE RESOURCES
TO IMPROVE LIVES AND OUR
COMMUNITIES
Serving Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield,
Danbury, Kent, New Fairfield, New Milford,
Newtown, Redding, Ridgefield, Roxbury,
Sherman, Stamford, Warren, Washington
Front cover photo clockwise from bottom: Ella Morits, Akshay Zaveri, Nikita Taylor, Makayla Reid, Reena Zaveri, Nicholas Morits
June Renzulli retired as CEO
of United Way of Western
Connecticut in 2008. During her
14 year tenure her strategic vision
led the organization from a pure
fundraiser into a true community
impact leader. Today United Way
measures its success by how
many lives are changed and a
community’s capacity to respond
to need, in addition to the dollars
raised. In 2007, June worked
tirelessly with volunteers and
staff in merging three United
Ways to form United Way of
Western Connecticut. Her
dedication to the community
and her passion for helping
those less fortunate has left
an indelible mark.
We all wish her the best in her
future endeavors, and thank her
for her many years of leadership.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Rey Giallongo, Chairman
First County Bank
Lynn D. Mohlenhoff, Secretary
Robert Ronan, Treasurer
Actis-Grande, Ronan & Company
Bob Dolian
Cummings & Lockwood
Brooke Feder
Cushman & Wakefield of CT
Jim Fuchs
Praxair
Frank Kelly
Danbury Health Systems
Mark A. Kristy
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Barbara Phillips
Phillips Consulting
Mike Rizzo
Caldwell & Walsh
Jim Schmotter
Western CT State University
Holly C. Wolff
Retired IBM
Andrew Zeitlin
Shipman & Goodwin
AT THIS MOMENT IN HISTORY UNITED WAY’S
MISSION HAS NEVER BEEN MORE CRITICAL
This has been a challenging year in our communities and nation. Free falling
financial markets and government bailouts captured the headlines, but the impact
of the economic fallout is counted one family at a time in our local communities.
Everyone knows someone affected by the rapid decline in our economy. Our friends
and neighbors have lost their jobs and in some cases their homes. But we believe
that United Way’s mission has never been more critical, and our call to Live United is
necessary if we are to continue to transform lives.
We need to be reminded that across our country when tragedy strikes, people
respond. We are a generous society, with many of our social services provided through
the charity of private donors and volunteers. It is what makes us as a nation stand
apart from others. And our communities are no different.
Let’s be clear, the problems we face are daunting. There has been an alarming
increase in demand for social services in our community – from food pantries to Rey Giallongo
shelter assistance to medical care for the uninsured. United Way’s 2-1-1 information
center is reporting increases of 20-40% in requests for services. There is also an increase in demand for credit
counseling, financial literacy education, job training, and foreclosure intervention.
We have also heard from our community partners about the profound impact of stress on families, and their
ability to provide stable nurturing homes for their children. They are reporting an increase in domestic violence,
an increase in substance abuse, an increase in homelessness, and an increase in mental health issues for
children. In addition, we have begun to see a new phenomenon – families among our lists of past donors who
are now in need of help themselves.
To put it simply, our families, the foundation of the communities we live in, are hurting.
As the crisis in our communities deepens, UWWC has begun to aggressively marshal our resources to respond
to dramatic increases in demand for the most basic of human needs – food, shelter and clothing. Drawing
communities together to support each other in times of crisis is the very concept on which the United Way
was founded. At this moment in history – perhaps more than at any other point in our lifetimes – we need
those who can to help those who can’t.
However, we should not lose track of the fundamental truth that providing basic needs support addresses
the symptom and not the cause of our community’s challenges. Because of this, we cannot abandon our
long tradition of “investing for solutions”, that is, supporting efforts to address the underlying causes of
homelessness, hunger, poverty, and health issues in our communities.
How we care for the neediest is what defines our character as a community, whether in providing basic support
or investing in solutions that prevent future problems. United Way launched a new call to action this year to
‘Live United’. We are asking everyone to Give, Advocate or Volunteer for something that matters to you. Whether
you donate food to a pantry, be a voice for those who cannot change things, or volunteer to spend time with an
elderly neighbor, you are helping to make Live United a reality.
Now is the time, and together we can make a difference. Answer the call to Live United, give aid to your
neighbors and help renew hope in our communities.
Michael Johnston Rey Giallongo
CEO UWWC Board Chair
First County Bank
Michael Johnston

DONORS
CONTRIBUTED
VOLUNTEERS
INVESTED
NONPROFITS
RESPONDED
LIVES WERE
CHANGED
“Creating healthy
communities requires
cooperation between
government, the private
sector and non-profit
agencies. Here in Northern
Fairfield County, the United
Way plays a central role
in encouraging such
cooperation, as well as
funding vital services that
have maximum positive
impact on the community.
In these difficult times,
when more individuals and
families need assistance,
the United Way’s work
has never been more
important. It’s an honor
and a privilege to join
scores of other community
volunteers in that work.”
Jim Schmotter,
President of
Western CT State
University and
UWWC 2009 NFC
Community Council Chair
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY 2008-09 FUNDED PROGRAMS
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EDUCATION
Association of Religious Communities Domestic Violence Prevention System $ 25,585.
Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield After School and Vacation Program $ 20,000.
CACD Action Early Learning Center $ 21,500.
Connecticut Institute for Communities Harambee Youth Center $ 9,750.
Even Start $ 43,000.
Danbury Children First People Empowering People $ 6,500.
Danbury Youth Services Learning Advantage $ 8,335.
Danbury Regional Child Advocacy Center Team Programs $ 20,195.
Parent Aide Program $ 52,671.
Volunteer Mentor Program $ 6,450.
COPES Program $ 16,027.
Families Network of Western CT Nurturing Families Network $ 27,000.
Fatherhood Initiative $ 10,000.
Family & Children's Aid Starshine Home $ 3,220.
Harmony House $ 28,750.
Girl Scouts of CT Girl Scout Program $ 33,200.
Green Chimneys Children's Services Good Friend $ 22,550.
Hispanic Center of Greater Danbury Bilingual Education Coordinator $ 4,800.
Interfaith Social Action Corporation Interfaith Early Learning Center $ 43,000.
Regional YMCA of Western CT School Age Child Care $ 21,546.
Escape to the Arts/Teen Enrichment $ 20,283.
Camp Greenknoll $ 20,670.
Great Hollow Wilderness Camp $ 4,463.
Nursery School Child Care $ 29,171.
The Ridgefield Playhouse Series for Women & Girls $ 2,500.
The Salvation Army The Right Place $ 34,400.
WeCAHR Advocacy for Children and Families $ 27,125.
Women's Center of Greater Danbury Domestic Violence Services $ 43,500.
Sexual Assault Services $ 21,750.
Resource Services $ 8,200.
INCOME
Ability Beyond Disability Access Community Transportation $ 18,205.
Transitioning Services $ 60,000.
AIDS Project Greater Danbury Rent Subsidy $ 18,000.
American Red Cross Wheels $ 7,000.
Amos House Transitional Living Program $ 65,000.
Association of Religious Communities The Emergency Aid Network $ 8,000.
Resettlement Assistance $ 9,600.
CACD Neighborhood Services $ 8,000.
Individual Development Account Program $ 22,250.
Catholic Charities-Danbury Family Loan Program $ 26,700.
Connecticut Legal Services Legal Aid- Civil $ 20,000.
Family & Children's Aid Home Care Program $ 2,500.
Hispanic Center of Greater Danbury Case Management $ 33,000.
Interlude Intensive Residential Support Program $ 125,000.
Outreach Program $ 17,800.
Ridgefield Sunrise Cottage Ridgefield Sunrise Cottage $ 8,000.
Shelter of the Cross Shelter of the Cross $ 15,000.
TBICO The Corporate Edge $ 55,000.
The Salvation Army-Danbury Corp. Community Emergency Assistance $ 48,000.
HEALTH
AIDS Project Greater Danbury HIV/AIDS Prevention Education & Outreach $ 23,674.
Drug Treatment Advocate $ 11,979.
AmeriCares Free Clinic AmeriCares Free Clinic of Danbury $ 23,757.
Catholic Charities-Danbury Behavioral Health Clinic $ 63,200.
Connecticut Counseling Centers Danbury Opioid Treatment $ 10,000.
Danbury VNA Home Health Care $ 10,000.
Public Health Program $ 20,000.
Danbury Youth Services Youth and Family Counseling Program $ 10,014.
Substance Abuse and Risky Behaviors Program $ 45,720.
Families Network of Western CT Infant Injury Prevention & Health Promotion $ 2,000.
Family & Children's Aid Child Guidance Center $ 99,900.
Hanahoe Clinic Hanahoe Children's Clinic $ 35,000.
Hispanic Center of Greater Danbury Bilingual Health Advisor $ 5,000.
Interfaith AIDS Ministry Youth Reacting to AIDS $ 21,120.
Interlude Recovery Program $ 90,000.
Kevin's Community Center Free Medical Clinic $ 20,000
Midwestern CT Council on Alcoholism Latino Outreach and Treatment $ 9,000.
Sobering Center $ 32,000.
Newtown Youth & Family Services Behavioral Health Services for Children and Adults $ 63,200.
Regional Hospice of Western CT Healing Hearts Town Program $ 5,000.
Healing Hearts Children's Program $ 10,000.
Regional YMCA of Western CT Activate America $ 6,000.
Boughton Street Scholarships $ 18,000.
Ridgefield VNA Monthly Visit Program $ 13,500.
Well Child Clinic $ 10,000.
PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE FOUNDATIONAL SUPPORT IN THE COMMUNITY
American Red Cross Volunteer Services $ 5,000.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program $ 10,000.
Disaster Services $ 20,000.
Danbury Children First Parent Leadership Training Institute $ 24,540.
HVCASA Local Prevention Framework $ 2,000.
Literacy Volunteers of America-Danbury Adult Tutoring $ 30,200.
The Volunteer Center serving Western CT Comprehensive Volunteer Services $ 67,000.

Education
All Children Ready for School is a Priority for United Way
FOCUS ON NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY
IMAGINATION LIBRARY PUTS BOOKS
INTO THE HANDS OF CHILDREN
United Way is committed to ensuring that children have
positive developmental opportunities so they start school
ready to succeed.
That’s why United Way of Western Connecticut partnered with
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in 2008, providing Danbury
children under five a free book every month. In the first six
months over 500 children have been registered for the program.
“I know how important it is to
read to my son Thomas. He is
only 18 months, but I read to
him every day. They say you
should start early. But I am
reading the same story over
and over, because we only
have one book in our house.
This program is going to mean
so much to us. My son will
have his own library! Thank
you for making this program
possible. I can’t wait for our
first book.” - Joseph
Joseph came to United Way to
register for Imagination Library
after working the overnight shift
at a factory
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a unique opportunity to do something simple and powerful for
preschoolers. It allows for children, from the day they are born, to receive an age-appropriate book
every month until their fifth birthday. All Danbury children under age five are eligible to register.
Books are shipped directly to the children at no cost to the family.
Studies show that kids exposed to reading on a regular basis during preschool years have a
vocabulary of 10,000 words before age 5, compared to only 3,000 for children who haven’t had this
exposure. Preschool reading and parent involvement are among the most important steps toward
a child’s success in school. And when books are in the home, parents are four times more likely to
read to their children.
Children entering
kindergarten
with skills they
need to succeed
are more likely
to graduate from
high school
and become
productive
workers.
But almost half
of America’s
kindergarteners are
behind – those from
low-wage households
by two years. Most
will not catch up.
Helping the
community
address early
childhood issues in
a comprehensive and
coordinated manner
is an important role
for United Way of
Western Connecticut.
That’s why we
invested over
$1,200,000
in educational
programs in 2008.
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DONORS
CONTRIBUTED
VOLUNTEERS
INVESTED
NONPROFITS
RESPONDED
LIVES WERE
CHANGED
“I envision United Way as
the “go to” organization
that helps improve the
lives of those most in need
in Stamford. United Way
is a convener and partner
of social service agencies
in Stamford, and we strive
to be the point of contact
for those individuals who
are looking to invest in
improving the community.
Volunteering for the United
Way has been fulfilling
-- I feel confident that
I am helping make the
community in which I work
a better place.”
Andy Zeitlin
Partner, Shipman & Goodwin
and 2009 UWWC Stamford
Community Council Chair
STAMFORD 2008-09 FUNDED PROGRAMS
EDUCATION
Boys and Girls Club After School Program $ 73,200.
Childcare Learning Centers Early Childhood and Education Program $ 173,400.
Domestic Violence Crisis Center Community Education & Outreach $ 26,100.
Domus Stamford Academy Family Advocates $ 46,700.
Stamford Public Schools Family Advocates $ 39,500.
Family Centers Young Parents Program $ 10,900.
Jewish Community Center JumpStart $ 21,800.
Kids In Crisis Adolescent Emergency Servcies $ 49,300.
Yerwood Center Yerwood Scholars $ 19,500.
YES Camp $ 15,200.
Community Outreach & Educational Program $ 19,600.
YMCA LEAD Academy $ 16,300.
LEAD $ 16,300.
INCOME
American Red Cross Disaster Response $ 50,900.
CT Legal Services Legal Aid - Civil $ 19,000.
CTE Employment and Entrepreneurship $ 10,800.
Domus Chester Addison Employment Specialist $ 18,000.
Family Centers Vocational Self Sufficiency $ 5,400.
Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County Food Bank $ 14,100.
International Institute of CT Immigration and Naturalization Counseling $ 12,000.
Jewish Family Service Case Management $ 8,700.
Employment Readiness Education Center $ 10,900.
Literacy Volunteers of Stamford/Greenwich ESOL & Basic Literacy $ 43,600.
Mutual Housing Association of Southwestern CT Stamford Affordable Housing Programs $ 28,800.
New Covenant House of Hospitality Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry $ 23,700.
New Neighborhoods New Housing Development $ 16,000.
Housing Preservation $ 10,500.
Supportive Housing Development $ 5,500.
Person-to-Person Emergency Assistance $ 31,400.
Shelter for the Homeless Night Program $ 35,550.
Day Program $ 21,850.
Transitional House $ 7,500.
Urban League of Southern CT Career Choice/Workplace Training $ 17,300.
Homebuyer Education & Counseling $ 15,200.
HEALTH
Child Guidance Center of Southern CT Ongoing Treatment & Care $ 103,100.
Crisis Division Programs $ 50,000.
Domestic Violence Crisis Center Counseling $ 31,900.
Family and Children's Agency Elderly Services $ 5,400.
Family Centers Mental Health & Counseling $ 65,000.
Stamford Cares $ 35,000.
School Based Health Centers $ 49,600.
Family ReEntry Explore Domestic Violence $ 2,700.
Jewish Community Center Senior Program $ 10,900.
Jewish Family Service Counseling $ 16,300.
Liberation Programs Family/Youth Options $ 16,300.
Outpatient Services $ 17,400.
Men’s Residence $ 29,800.
Sexual Assault Crisis & Education Center Education $ 13,100.
Advocacy $ 16,300.
PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE FOUNDATIONAL SUPPORT IN THE COMMUNITY
Volunteer Center of SWFC Volunteer Development $ 7,600.
Nonprofit Resource Center Training $ 3,300.
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Income
United Way Promotes Financial Stability
and Independence to Build Healthy Communities
FOCUS ON STAMFORD
AFFORDABLE
HOUSING REMAINS TOP
CONCERN IN STAMFORD
A lack of affordable housing topped
the list of needs in Stamford in the
Needs Assessment conducted in 2008.
In a city where wealth and poverty
exist side by side, United Way spent
several months gathering data and
perceptions from residents and those
who work in the city on what they
believe are the most critical needs.
The ability for people to live affordably in Stamford was the top priority. The need for job training,
financial literacy skills, financial assistance and affordable childcare were also among the top
five priorities. For a family of four to be considered self-sufficient in Stamford, they must earn over
$57,000 annually. Yet a third of households in Stamford earn less than $50,000, leaving them
struggling to meet the costs of housing, child care, food and healthcare. United Way will use data
like this from the Needs Assessment to help shape its future funding efforts.
“Thank you for what you do. I can’t
tell you how scared I was about losing
my home.” These are the words of a
grateful participant of the Foreclosure
Intervention Program operated by the
Housing Development Fund (HDF).
Last spring United Way responded to
the desperate situation in the housing
market and funded its first regional
effort with HDF. To date the program
has intervened on behalf of 40
families with sub-prime loans.
Because of United Way donors,
20 families have received loan
modifications with conventional
banks and are back on the road
to self sufficiency.
STAMFORD RESIDENTS TO
BENEFIT ECONOMICALLY
FROM UNITED WAY’S LEADERSHIP
WITH COMMUNITY EFFORT
United Way’s Financial Stability Partnership , a
national initiative focused on financial stability
and independence, is designed in steps to help
individuals and families get off their financial
tightrope, helping them to achieve basic
subsistence needs and plan for the future. Recently
launched in Stamford, the main emphasis will
be on creating or enhancing programs that will
increase income for families, help them establish
credit and build their savings, and gain and sustain
assets. Through this kind of initiative, we bring
our resources and partners to the table so the
community as a whole can achieve the vision it sets.
United Way
of Western
Connecticut
creates
opportunities
for all people
to secure safe
and affordable
housing, acquire
skills and training to
maintain employment
and achieve financial
stability leading
toward independence.
We invested over
$1,225,000 into
programs and
initiatives that increase
people’s ability to live
independently and
successfully.
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DONORS
CONTRIBUTED
VOLUNTEERS
INVESTED
NONPROFITS
RESPONDED
LIVES WERE
CHANGED
I have always seen the
impact that United Way
has had on the community.
In the community of
Greater New Milford we
share a vision of hope
for better futures for all
who live here. For a future
where all children are
prepared for that first
day of school, with the
skills needed as well as
a new set of clothes so
they can fit in with their
peers. For a future where
everyone has adequate
shelter, a future where
a roof over their head is
not considered a luxury by
some. A future where no
one has to choose between
their medication and food,
where a pregnant woman
is given the care needed
for the health of her baby
and herself.
This vision is why I have
worked with United Way for
over 30 years. It is why I
give. It is why I advocate.
It is why I volunteer. And it
is why I ask you to join us
in helping our community.
Lynn Mohlenhoff
UWWC 2009 Southern Litchfield
Council Chair
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD COUNTY 2008-09 FUNDED PROGRAMS
EDUCATION
Connecticut Rivers Council BSA Comprehensive Youth Development $ 6,500.
Danbury Regional Child Advocacy Center Child Protection Teams $ 2,500
COPES - Communication of Parent Effectiveness Skills $ 1,000.
Parent Aid $ 11,000.
Family & Children's Aid Starshine Home $ 2,750.
Girl Scouts of CT Girl Scout Program $ 8,300.
Kent Children's Center Scholarships $ 5,000.
WeCAHR Advocacy $ 2,000.
Women's Center of Greater Danbury Domestic Violence Services $ 5,500.
Sexual Assault Services $ 4,000.
Women's Resource Services $ 2,000.
INCOME
American Red Cross Disaster Services $ 6,000.
Wheels $ 7,000.
CT Legal Services Legal Aid – Civil $ 2,000.
Interlude Outreach Program $ 7,700.
Literacy Volunteers on the Green Literacy (ESL) Training $ 500.
HEALTH
American Red Cross Blood Services $ 3,000.
Health & Safety Services $ 3,000.
Services to Military $ 1,000.
Family & Children's Aid Child Guidance Center $ 2,750.
Midwestern CT Council on Alcoholism Outpatient Services $ 5,750.
New Milford Hospital Services Behavioral Health Services $ 27,000.
New Milford VNA Hospice $ 23,500.
Northwest Center for Family Services Child Outpatient Services $ 5,000.
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UNITED WAY INITIATIVES IMPACT LIVES
ACROSS WESTERN CONNECTICUT
INCOME
Housing Development Fund Housing Resource Center $ 20,000.
Foreclosure Prevention Outreach $ 35,000.
LISC Fairfield County Collaborative $ 30,000.
Fund for Affordable Housing
TBICO Key Rings $ 65,000.
EDUCATION
Born Learning $ 60,000.
Imagination Library $ 46,000.
Back to School Clothing Drive $ 40,000.
Youth Leadership $ 8,000.
HEALTH
Western CT Community Report Card n/a
2-1-1- Information and Referral $ 75,000.
Rafael Antunes

Health
United Way Makes Health Care Accessible
and Affordable In Our Communities.
COMMUNITY REPORT CARD OFFERS IMPORTANT
HEALTH INDICATORS FOR REGION
United Way partnered with Danbury’s Health, Housing & Welfare Department, Danbury Hospital,
and Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) to release the Community Report Card of
Western Connecticut. The report takes a comprehensive look at the region’s health, educational
achievements, and health and disease status. It establishes a baseline of the community’s
health status by assessing several key quality-of-life factors in the Housatonic Valley region.
Covering 10 towns from New Milford to Redding, the report focuses specifically on the areas
of economic stability, education, health status, risk factors, health & lifestyle behaviors and
diseases. It is anticipated that community organizations will identify areas where public
intervention may improve the quality of services, cost effectiveness of services, and access
to services for priority health needs. United Way helped fund the cost of the report with its key
partners and other local funders. To read the complete report, go to www.uwwesternct.org.
FOCUS ON SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD COUNTY
UNITED WAY
HELPED 250
CHILDREN START
SCHOOL ON THE
RIGHT FOOT
Faced with a difficult economy
and more need, the ability to
provide school supplies for all
the children on the waiting
list was in doubt. But thanks
to our donors, shoppers and
volunteers, all 250 children
received a complete set of back
to school clothing, supplies
and backpacks in August (a
35% increase from the year
Youth Leadership Students
before.) Two weeks before the
event an anonymous donor offered a challenge to match 50 children, and over $20,000 was raised
in the final days to meet the need. Children of all ages and backgrounds from New Milford and
surrounding towns were thrilled with their new supplies. High school students from UWWC Youth
Leadership program helped make sure distribution day was a success.
Health issues are
intertwined into
all aspects of
our lives. It affects
whether children
are able to learn in
school, a parent’s
ability to work and if
a senior can remain
independently in their
home. UWWC invested
over $1,200,000 in
health care in 2008.
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Volunteers served on
the following committees
and events:
Board and Community Councils
Back to School Drive
Day of Caring
Emerging Leaders
Finance
Human Resources
King of the Hill Race
Marketing
Planned Giving
Program Review Teams
Resource Development
Volunteers
The following people served on committees and review
teams in 2008. United Way could not accomplish its work
without the help of these volunteers.
Northern
Fairfield County
Council Members
Carl Bailey
Stephen Bull
Ruth Calver
George A. Coleman
Hillel Goldman
George Herring
Mary Ann Houser
Frank Kelly
Jay Lent
Joyce Ligi
Dr. Steven Marlin
Ralph McIntosh
Angie Medina
Sandra L. Rankin
Mike Rizzo
Jeff Ryer
Lisa Scails
Paul Scalzo
James Schmotter
Michael L. Stern
Ileana Velazquez
Bob Williams
Volunteers
Lisa Ann Allaby
Peggy Allen
Paulette Alviti
Sally Arconti
William Barnhart
Kevin Awalt
Nancy Bowers-Hoyt
Paige Brewer
Bob Brown
Maryellen Canuel
Paul Carroza
Christina Chan
Gail Clarke
Steve Cohen
Mary Pat Cottrell
Disha Damania
Susan Davidson
Dan Delacey
Toni Dessereaux
Chris Dever
Vincent Digilio
Kerin Duffy
Chris Dumas
Karl H. Epple
Ron Faanes
Beth Ann Fetzer
Beth Fisher
Juleen Flanigan
Kim Karl
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Cindy Gerathy
Duane Giannini
Shawn Gregory
Douglas Hensal
Michael Kallas
Kim Karl
Laila Khouri
Tim Kidman
John Kline
Margaret A. Kurinsky
Janice Lea
Emanuela Lima
Paul M. Loftus
Chris Lyddy
Peter Maher
John J. Martocci
John Mascolo
Michael A. McLachlan
Hank Millard
Ron Miller
Rocco Murano
Shelley Northrop
Marie O'Neill
Daniel Parnell
Dorothy Pepin-Perrotti
Sheila Perrin
Debbie Pisacich
Julie Poklemba
Sue Popel
Margaret A. Powers
Donna M. Ramey
Ronya Ray
D. Josh Reilly
John Richers
Bill Roper
Andrea Rynn
Michael Shea
Wayne J. Shepperd
Dennis S. Sideropoulos
John Soares
Lori Sollose
Mercedes Springer
William Starbuck Jr.
William Starbuck
Greg Steiner
Richard Stone
Eileen Swirsky
Karen Tracy
Jack Tyransky
Norman Urquhart
William H. Valenti
Simon Vukelj
Fran Walczak
Kristin M. Walker
Sandra Ward
Holly C. Wolff
Mary Jane Wood
Laurie Wright

Volunteers Continued
Southern
Litchfield County
Council Members
Heather Beck
Joseph F. Buzaid
Lisa C. Diamond
Michael Gold
Dan Lachmann
Michelle Liguori
Ann Martindale
Margie McClure
Lynn D. Mohlenhoff
Larry Neary
Vincent Nolan
Mary Jane Sartwell
Volunteers
Cathy Baradiso
Helen Barksdale
Carrie Bellagamba
Reggie Breeckner
Jackie Brown
Allison Bull
Brigid Carney
Katie Coyne
Joanne Despain
Richard Frey
Debbie A. Hartman
Sharon Jakus
Tinker Hickey
Phil Horwitz
Evelyn LeCates
Joanne Lee
Janice McNamara
Gloria Mordente
Cathy Paradiso
John Reilly
Jeanne Street
Stamford
Council Members
Craig Allen
A. Kurth Anderson
Laurel Anderson
Michael Bellach
Karen Carter
Jack Condlin
Imelda D-Luc
Robert Dolian
Brooke Feder
Shirley Fishbach
Reyno A. Giallongo
Harry P. Hurvitz
David Jaeger
Pam Koprowski
Mark A. Kristy
Deborah W. LaBerge
Diana Lenkowsky
Laura McCafferty
Cynthia A. Mixcus
Andrew Zeitlin
Volunteers
Stacie Alexiou
George Boyce
Christina Brown
Mark Campbell
Karen Cammarota
Jerry Carnegie
Ryan Connolly
Eileen Crowley
Peter Diamond
Fanny Ferreira
James Gareau
Ingrid Gillespie
Adam Klimek
Anne Yedinsky Gorski
Anne Goslin
Gail Grosso Hoffman
Harry P. Hurvitz
Linda P. King
Robert A. King
Adam J. Klimek
Michael LaMothe
Patricia Lamothe
Mary Jo Loparco
Eric Lubochinski
Kurosh L. Marjani, Esq.
Ronald Miller
Brian O’Connor
Karla Parra
Patricia Rattray
Maureen O. Reynolds
Moncie Rowther
Cynthia Russell
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On the following pages
is a listing of leadership
donors in 2007-2008.
Leadership Givers are
some of United Way of
Western Connecticut’s
most generous supporters.
Through Leadership Gifts
of $1,000 or more, these
individual philanthropists
set an example for
others and make a
measurable difference
in our community.
Donors
GOLD LEVEL
($5,000- $9,999)
1 Anonymous Donor
David Acampora
Donald Almeida
Steve & Lori Angel
Daniel Barcus
Christopher Bradley
Wendy Bradley
William Brasser
Gregory J. Budnik
Kathryn Cassidy
Michael J. Cosgrove
Kathryn Couture
John P. Coykendall
Robert Curran
Ray Duggins
Brooke Feder & Jesse Stuart
Virginia Gates
Jane E. Hackney
Wayne Hewett
Elliot & Roslyn Jaffe
Robert Kaiden
Margaret Keane
William Killoran
John & Harriet Kline
Richard Laxer
Ralph Layman
David Lloyd
Mayor & Mrs. Dannel P. Malloy
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE SOCIETY
ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION OF $10,000 OR MORE
The Alexis de Tocqueville Society recognizes the French historian’s
admiration for our country’s spirit of volunteer effort for the common
good. Its members are recognized for their generous annual contribution
of $10,000 or more in a regional membership roster and in the annual
national registry.
2 Anonymous Donors
Philip Asmundson
Carl Bailey Jr.
Digby & Anita Barrios
William G. & Katherine L. Beattie
Mark J. Beckwith
Beverly Belcamino
Agnes Briggs
Mark & Deb Chain
Daniel R. & Ann Marie Colby
James A. Colica
Gerard Cunningham
Robert P. & Lauren Dolian
Anita & Nick Donofrio
Christopher Dubrowski
Elisabeth Dudley
Mark & Jan Elliott
Kathryn Emmett & David Golub
Robert G. Hansen
Susan Hermann
Mr. & Mrs. Horbitz
James Ireland
Thomas J. Jarosh
John P. Malvisi
Louis & Cheryl Massimo
Patrick McNella
Kathi Mettler
Brian O’Connor, Esq.
James O’Shaughnessy
Dan & Marcia Parnell
Gideon A. Pell
Deborah M. Reif
June & Glenn Renzulli
Walter & Susan Richter
The May Ellen and
Gerald Ritter Foundation
Paul & Janice Roman
Dean P. Schuckman
Ricardo B. Silva
T. Rodney Sirmons
Michael K. Stone
Judith A. Studer
Gary Thomas
James Tremante
Joni Walser
Michael M. Wathen
Karen Wiltsie
10 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
SILVER LEVEL
($2,500- $4,999)
7 Anonymous Donors
John Abbott
Michael Abbott
Tom Ade
David G. Amble
Stephen Ambrose
Charles & Sandra Howell
Nancy Anderson-Smith &
Roger C. Smith
Thomas P. Arcuri
Larry & Jane Arseniadis
Gaetana Mary Barbano-Grinder
Mark S. Barber
Amy Baumbach
Leanne Bell
Brandon Blaylock
Lawrence Bossidy, Jr.
John Boyce
John D. Brantley &
Betsy Thomas
Thomas Brown
Shaun Budnik
James Burgoyne
Robert C. Calafell
William & Patricia Calderara
Joseph & Marisol A. Cappello
Carolyn Carlson
J. Martin Carroll
Wendy J. Carroll
Leo Kessel
Mark Kristy
Barbara & Paul Loftus
Jacqui Maloney-Peace
Murray D. Martin
Gordon & Diane Myers
David R. Nissen
John & Joanne Patrick
Bernard Perlin
Sheila & Charles Perrin
John & Sandy Rankin
Kenneth Reichel
Tom Rosamilia & Karen Coblens
The Summerhill Foundation
Maive Scully
Timothy & Candy Shaughnessy
Mr. & Mrs. John E. Simpson
Joseph & Deidre Smialowski
John Tornatore
George Warnock
David & Holly Wolff
Chester Wood
John & Linda Zembron
Mark Catalano
Brian Clark
Chris & Donna Cleary
Paul Martin Colonna
Juan Corsillo
Stephen Davies
Stephen & Robbin Davies
Owen Davis
Gregg DeMar
Jay & Lisa DesMarteau
Donald & Carmine DeYoung
Greg & Barbara Dillon
Edan Dionne
Robert Diskin
John T. Diss
John Doyle
Deborah Fish
Amy Fisher
William & Cheryl Fisher
Shaun Francis
Todd Freeman
Cathy Frierson
Rose Frith
Roger Furkin
Timothy Gallagher
James & Virginia Gallerani
Sharon Garavel
Thomas Gentile
Mike & DeeDee Giersch
Sarah Graber
Robert Green
Henry Greig
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Grein
Christopher Haggerty
Paul Halas
Colleen Harkness
Gregory Hartch
William M. Healey
Mr. Robert A. Henry
Robert Herlihy
Ron & Paula Herren
John Hoffman & Lynn Palmer
Brian Hopkinson
Jonathan & Lauren Howard
Robert Hughes
Paul Hugziger
Jeffrey Hyde
Thomas Johnstone
Troy Jones
Kathryn D. Karlic
Mr. Paul Kempner
Kenneth Kempson
Alice and Arthur Kramer
Catherine Lasser
James J. LeKachman
Diana Lenkowsky
Joyce & Dante Ligi
Michael & Sharon Lucian
Kathleen Malone
Jeffrey Manchester
Patricia Manion
James M. Mara
Steve & Patricia Marlin
Damian Joseph Maroun
John & Terri-Ann Martocci
Elizabeth Masek
Michele A. Matice
David Mazza
John E. McAuliffe
Chris & Elaine Mcleod
Neeraj Mehta
Mark Mellana

Donors Continued
SILVER LEVEL Cont.
Charles Meyer
Mark Mifflin
Pat & Kevin Morgan
Traci Morris
Robert Morris
Jonathan Mothner
Peter Muniz
Paul Nestro
David Nurnberger
Sean & Melanie O’Connell
Paul M. O’Keefe
Rick F. Oricchio
Valerie Pagliaro
Peter C. Palsen
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald G. Pearce
Dan Pengue
Bruce Perlman
Donna M. Ramey
Paul C. Reinhardt
Philip A. Riordan & Family
Suzanne Robbins
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel K. Roberts
LeAnn C. Rogers
Frances Rose Rowley
Nicole Sandford
Trevor A. Schauenberg
Albert Hank Schilling
Gerald W. Seppa
Bennett & Mary Shuldman
Richard A. Silver, Esq.
David Simpson
Matthew Simpson
Gary E. Skiba
Lou Ann D. & Gary C. Smith
Michael Smith
Michael Solecki
Brad Stanton
John K. Stewart
Richard T. Sturgeon
Makoto Sumino
Mr. & Mrs. Harold M. Tague
Steven D. Thorne
Donald W. Torey
Robert T. Tucker
John Alex Urquhart
Jennifer Vanbelle
Robert Vik
Deborah Wall
Brian P. Ward
Frank J. Watson
Carl R. Weinberg
Brian J. Wenzel
Deb Williams
Susan Williams
Antje Westphal Wilmer
Chuck & Mary Ann Wyand
Jeffrey Yapp
Scott Young
Lawrence J. Zlatkin
BRONZE LEVEL
($1,000- $2,499)
55 Anonymous Donors
David M. Abdallah
Belle-Ann Abrams
Kwabena Afriyie
Elizabeth Agen
Charlie & Nina Allred
John Amato
Paul Anderson
Theodore J. Anderst
Erin and John Arcario
Daniel Armbrust
Teresa Arnold
Raiza Arnone
Brian Ashbrook
Mary Augustine-Morris
David Avila
Mr. & Mrs. John F. Azzariti
Guy Bacigalupi
Paul Badger
John Baker
Simon Baker
Dr. & Mrs. Bert Ballin
Ann H. Barnett
Richard Baron
Tom & Toni Bartram
James Baxter
Fred Bazzini
Cheryl Beacock
Pamela Beam
Lynne Beardsley
Michael Beaudry
Barri Belfanti
Noel Bellesheim
Peter W. Benoliel
Doreen Bentson
Walter Bergenson
Rosemary Bergeron
James Berner
Dr. Joel M. &
Marie Antoinette Berns
Henry & Lorraine Blansfield
Steve Bodall
Matthew Bogdanffy
Robert & Mary Ellin Bollinger
Neil Bonanno
Ed & Mary Ann Boone
Tony Bosco
Scott Bowers
John Boyle
William Bradley
Laura Branchini
Gene & Nancy Brandon
Christine M. Brandt
Tamara Breuel
Christine Brewer
Patrick Broderick, M.D.
Kathleen S. Brooks
Charles Buck
Ross Burkhardt
Michael Burson
JoAnn & Joseph Byck
Joseph Campbell
Maryellen Canuel
Joni Capoccitti
Timothy Carfi
David Carlson
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Rook
Keven Carpenter
Robert Carron
John Carson
David Carver
Gabriella Cassaniti
Elizabeth Catalino
Michael Caufield
Paul Ceglarski
Anthony Ceriello
Robert Ceske
Jeffrey Charlton
Jamianne Cheneski
David & Patricia Chew
Jorge Chiluisa
Bob & Liz Chiocchio
Richard Chizzonite
Andrew Chou
Patrick Clark
John Coff
Marcie Coffin
Robin Cole
Mr. & Mrs. George Coleman
Marie Colleran
Margaret Condon
James Conklin
Debra Connolly
Holly & Tim Cook
Marcel & Arlette Corbat
Cary Correia
Pamela Corrie
Ms. Jeanne Courter
Jacqueline Coury
Lillian Covella
Paul Crispino
Karen Critelli
Karen A. Cronin
Barbara L Curran
Richard Todd Darrington
Grant Davis
Ms. Judith T. Davis
Susan Davis-Gillis
Mr. Harry D. Day
Steven Day
Pat & Phil DeDonato
Rolando DeGracia
Stella Lou DeLucia
Lynda & Robert DeLuryea
Thomas Demers
Kayla
Handberry
and
Sandy
Murphy
Mr. Michael D. DeMilt
Susan Denino
James DePonte
Toni Dessereaux
Anthony M. Devito III
Andrea Diano-Nass
Grazyna Dibbell
Jan Dickinson
Ernest DiMattia
Michael J. Dodd
Jonathan J. Donahue
Ed & Barb Dorry
Michael Dower
Kate Downes
Donna Drumm
Eric Duenwald
Dennis Duffany
Paul Duffy
David J. Dunn
John Dutt
Raymond Edgar
Peter Edwards
Cameron Eiseman
Victor Elezaj
Joseph F. Engelberger
Craig Enright
Heinrich & Marguerite Enslin
Nancy & Karl Epple
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Erichson
Dorothy Errico
Danier Eubanks
Jerry Eyster
Genevieve Faith
Judith Falk
Tammy Faulkner
Florence & Joel Feinson
Deborah & Robert Feinson
Thomas Fenton
THE LEGACY
SOCIETY
To support lasting
change in our
community The
Legacy Society has
been established
to recognize the
generosity of
individuals and
families who have
made or provided
for planned gifts to
United Way, as well
as to encourage
others to consider
United Way of Western
Connecticut when
making their estate
plans. Donors are
encouraged to let us
know when they have
included United Way
in their estate plans.
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 11

All gifts to United Way
have a meaningful
impact in our community
We regret that space
limitations prevent us
from listing gifts under
$1,000. We thank all our
donors for helping to
create opportunities for
a better tomorrow.
Donors Continued
BRONZE LEVEL CONT.
Lorraine H. Fenton
Beth Ann Fetzer
Donna Fiammetta
Cornelia Field
Howard Fields
Terence Finn
Mr. & Mrs. J. Fitzpatrick
Gregory Fletcher
Johan Fogelberg
Rebecca Ford
Caroline Forlinii
The A. James Bach Vona
Hopkins Foundation
David Francke
Toni Franz
William Frazier
Richard & Nancy Freedman
James Freeman
Linda Freeman
Lori Fritzer
Debra Frost
Howard Fry
Mr. & Mrs. Peter H. Fuchs
Joseph Galan
Stephanie Gallacher
John Gamber
Nica Ganley
James & Patricia Gareau
Ralph Garrison
Frank Garvey
Steven Gaudreau
Melanie O’Brien &
Nick Gazetos
Louis C. Gelada, Jr.
Stephen Gelhaus
Marcie Gemza
Sarah Gette
Charlene Giacin
Reyno A. Giallongo Jr.
Julie Giglio
Timothy E. Gittens
Elizabeth Goehring &
Tim Peterson
Neil & Beth Gollogly
William Goodman &
Vivienne Nemerson
Darlene Goodwin
Mary Gordon
Patrick Gosgrove
Eric Granskog
Joshua Granton
William Gray, Jr.
Donald & Rosalie Gray
William Gray
George Greco
Alan Green
Kimberly Griffin
Beverly Lampp Grimm
Barbara Gromet
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald M. Gross
Michael Guarnieri
Mark Guglielmi
Lino Guglielmo
Maria Guglielmo
Brent Gunts
Donald R. Gustafson, Esq.
Al & Irene Gzyms
Marcie Hadden
Robert Hadden
Robert Haff
Karnig Haladjian
David Hall
Nick Handrinos
Timothy Hanlon
Edward Haracziewicz
Sam Hyman
12 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
John Hardiman
William Hart
Elzelien Hartog
Peter Hatzis
Barry C. Hawkins, Esq.
Ervie & Carolyn Hawley
Diane Heck
Robert Heckart
Patrick Heffernan
Patrice Heinzer and
Bill Newmark
Debra Hemsey
Kathleen Hennessy
Betty & Tom Hensal
William Henzy
Geoff & Mimi Herald
Charles Herrick
Stella Hewitt
Tammy Hill
Martin Hodge
Douglas Hooper
David & Susan Horner
Mary Lynn Howard
Sallie Howell
Timothy Howell
Philip Huggins
Mara Huntington
Robert & Judith Hurwich
Mariann Hyde
Jack Ingram
Jed and Susan Isaacs
Hugh & Diane Jackson
Ed & Michelle James
Robert Jarnutowski
Patricia Jennette
Kenneth Jewell
Allan Johnson
David Johnson
Randall Johnson
Sean Johnson
Angelina Johnson-Brown
Pierre Joyal
Amry Junaideen
James Kalashian
Gerald Karr
Nancy Keane
Theodore Kearns
Dan & Beth Keating
Elizabeth Keating
Libby Keating
Jeff & Kathy Keller
Pat Kelly
Declan J. Kelly
Frank & Fran Kelly
Joseph Kelly
Sean Kelly
Gary Kempinski
Marianne Kensek
Sally Kile
Don Kimball
Nancy Kinahan
Kenneth King
Caryl Kirschbaum
Maria Klutey
Eric Knachel
Jeffrey Knipe
Hisashi & Miyako Kobayashi
Ellie & Al Kohn
Ken and Kathleen Kopec
Ken Koprowski
Lawrence Korducki
David Kosvitch
Amy Kovacs
Ann Kraft
Anne Kratky
Christopher Kratky
Charles M. Krolides
Frank Kunst
Gerald Kushmerick
Dan Lachmann
Donald LaFerriere
Rajeev Lakra
Paul Larsen
Sue Latina-Cohen
Sunil Lawrence
Loire & Bob Leavitt
Kathy Lechner
Sook-Kyoung Lee
Wayne J. Leiss
Stephen Lenihan
Jay Lent
Angela LePore
Stephen Levanti
Catherine Levatino
Roger & Carla Levien
Mark D. Levy
Ronald Lewis
Miriam & Rabbi Clifford
Librach
Stephen Liguori
David C. Lobo
Daniel & Lisa Long
David Long
Patrice & Christine Louvet
Michael Luttati
Jesan Macaluso
Dr. Thomas MacGregor
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas MacGregor
Rita Harper Mack
Kevin Madden
Paul Madzik
Jeanne Magram
Peter Maguire
Ricardo G. Malfitano
Nancy L. & Don R. Mallozzi
Paul Manfredi
Matt Mannelly
Pearl & Jack Marcus
Neil & Lisi Marcus
Anthony Mariani
Stephanie Marinello
Rosemarie Marino
Joshua Marion
John Markowich
John & Stephanie Marra
Glenn Martin
Jan Martin
Judith & David Martin
Michele Martin
Robert Martini
Gary Masso
John Del Mastro
Michael Matarese
Ann S. McAuliffe
Susan McCallion
Robert McCarthy
Thomas McDonald
Kathy McGowan
Phillip McKain
Eileen McKenney
Ellen McMahon
Daniel E. McPartland
Michael A. & Ann M. Meehan
Steve Meeker

Donors Continued
BRONZE LEVEL CONT.
Amy Meichner
Michael Meier
David & Lauralee Mele
James P. Mellody
Lee Miller
Jeffrey Miller, M.D. &
Irene Weiss Miller
Robert A. Miller
Troy H. Mills
Lynn D. Mohlenhoff
John Molnar
Robert Monroe
Kenneth Moore
Thomas Moosey
Marissa Moretti-Lambrinos
Michael Morris
James Morrison
Robert Morrison
Todd William Morrison
Nancy Morse
John Mott
Peter & Billie Mullen
Peter Mulready
Erin Murphy
Sherry Murray
Barbara Musen
Vizzy Nagarwalla
Richard Nelson
Richard & Wendelin Nelson
Brian Nethercott
Jeffrey Newman
Jonathan Newman
Nancy Newman-Limata
Shelley Northrop
Edward Nosenzo
Charles Nugent
Kristin O’Connor
Daniel & Stephanie O’Connor
Dennis O’Connor
Kristin K. O’Connor
Matthew O’Connor
Peter O’Grady
Lucia & Steve O’Hara
Alyson Ojalvo
Sandra O’Keefe
Christin M. Oliver
Bob & Doreen Olmsted
Rene D. Olson
Marie O’Neill
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Osman
Lola Oyewole
Agnes Pace
Salvatore & Barbara Pace
Mary-Anne La Pak
Paul A. & Sharon A. Palanzo
Michael Paolillo
Diane Wehner Papalambros
Sri Parthasarathy
Dawn Pasquin
Ralph A. Passarelli &
Virginia K. Kuper
Nick & Molly Paulish
Janice Pearson
Luci Pellegrinio
Ms. Sherry Perlstein
Anthony Peters
Joseph Peterson
Donald Peterson
Stephen Petrovich
Robert Plunkett
Cindy Pokrywka
Gary M. Ponce
Deborah Poole
Larry & Tammy Post
Charlotte O. Powell
Alexia Priest
Christine Pudelko
Eric Quarve
Nidhi Quarve
John J. Queirolo
Kevin Quinn
Maureen Raftery
William Ragatz
Richard & Jan Rardin
Shiladita Ray
Jay Reagan
Don Reid
Thomas J. Reidy
Michael Reilly
Melissa Reinke
Mark Reiss
Mr. & Mrs. Julian Reitman
Robert Rendine
Tomas Reyes
Robert N. Rich &
Valerie Wiltshire
Scott & Lisa Richardson
James Richmond
Stefan Rinn
Eileen Riordan
Richard Rischling
Vicente Robinson
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald J. Robinson
Suzanne Roman
John Romano
Karen Rosario
Judy & Steve Rosentel
Lois Rowland
Lois S. Rowland
Laura Russell
Ronald Rutkis
James J. Ryan
Robert Salandra
Toni and Andrew Salom
Ross Samchalk
Dianna Santos
Eric Schaefer
Steven Scharkss
Lori Schmalkuche
Steven B. Schoen
Kurt Schreder
Gary J. Schulman
George Schuster
Terry D. Scott
Mr. & Mrs. Robert A. Sedita
Scott & Darleen Senete
Donald Shassian
Dennis Sheriff
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Shilstone
George Siegle
Scott A. Silberstein
Judi Silliere
Diane Simalchik
Edward Simoneau
Harri Singh
Curtis Smith
Abigail Smith
Steve & Bonnie Smith
Richie Smith
Sean Smith
Walter Smith
Cory Solomon
Mary Anne Solomon
Janet and John Sommer
Denise Speranzo
John F. Spindler, Esq.
William & Elena Starbuck
Douglas Steare
David Steck
Dennis E. Stempien
Jack & Carol Stetson
David Stewart
Anthony Storino
Pamela Strode
Gerald Strout
Eileen Sullivan
Jamie Sullivan
Stephanie C. Swain
Scott Szilagyi
Richard E. Taber
Ronald Tardiff
Karen J. Taylor
Kathryn Taylor
Rita C. Thal
Bob & Susan Tibbetts
Douglas S. Tilden
Robert Tomasetti
Matthew A. Toth
Victor and Brooke Trillo
Theodore & Mandi Trumpp
Jack & Doris Tyransky
Moin Uddin
Mr. and Mrs. Udell
Pamela Uhl
John Unikas
Bruce R. Varnerin
Jeanne Varrone
Linda V. Velez
Ralph McIntosh
Sushil K. Verma
Eric Vignola
Kathryn Vogt
Patricia Voorhees
Robert Vruggink
Christopher Walsh
Kevin P. Walsh
Susan Watson
Bethany L. Weeby
Leon & Frankie Weisburgh
Kim Welton
William Werfelman, Jr.
Kevin Whitney
Hal & Barbara Wibling
Maggie Wilderotter
Bob Williams
Dudley Williams
Jeffrey Williams
William T. Wilson
David Wilson
Tim & Paula Wiltshire
Vivienne Wiltshire
Honorable Heidi G. Winslow
Karin Wiseman
Barbara Wood & Jay Vivian
Kevin Wortman
Barbara Yantorno
Tyson R. Yates
Stephen Yost
Sharlene Zagozewski
Donna Zalichin &
Barry Kramer
Andrew Zeitlin
Mark W. Zerbe
Heather Ziegler
Zane Zumbahlen
Important Note: This
list was prepared with
great care to ensure the
accuracy of contributor
information. Should any
errors or omissions be
found, please contact
the United Way office
so that we may extend
our apologies and make
corrections for the future.
Thank you.
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 13

Staff
Our staff members take
pride in making a difference
in Western Connecticut
every day.
Michael Johnston
Chief Executive Officer
Lavern Anderson
Finance Assistant
Alecia Andrews
Director of Community
Building, Northern
Fairfield County
Anda Cabrera
Administrative
Coordinator, Stamford
David Deschenes
Marketing &
Communications
Manager
Elizabeth Goehring
Executive Vice President,
Northern Fairfield County
Al Gzyms
Finance Associate
Jennifer Hallissey
Director of Community
Impact, Stamford
Judy Hlavenka
Resource Development
Manager
Michelle James
President, Stamford
Tina Mazzella
Director of Support
Services
Karen Mello
Staff Accountant
Bob Merola
Resource Development
Manager
Kim Morgan
Vice President of
Communications
Rachel Torres O’Leary
Early Childhood
Coordinator
Alice Pepin
Receptionist, Northern
Fairfield County
Dana Rawding
Director of MIS
Stacy Schulman
Resource Development
Manager
Joe Speranzo
Youth Leadership
Coordinator
Kathy Thomas
Administrative Assistant,
Southern Litchfield
County
Jennifer Toussaint
Director of Resource
Development
Henry Vega
Controller
GREATER DANBURY
NONPROFIT RESOURCE
CENTER
Elaine Mintz
Director
Casey Levene
Volunteer Coordinator
14 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
A Year in Review
Through Photos

THANK YOU DONORS, VOLUNTEERS, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS
FOR SHARING IN THE WORK AND HAVING FUN!
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 15

Financials
Financial Statements - Consolidated
Statement of Financial Position Year Ended June 30, 2008 2008 2007
ASSETS
Cash and Investments $ 7,555,695. $ 8,448,197.
Promises to Give & Other Receivables 1,234,900. 1,320,152.
Land, Building and Equipment, Net 924,863. 36,620.
Amounts Raised on Behalf of Others 153,970. 110,920.
Total Assets $ 9,869,428. $ 10,815,889.
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
Liabilities
Accounts Payable 312,408. 316,988.
Community Grants Payable 3,667,756. 3,714,661.
Amounts Raised on Behalf of Others 160,870. 161,919.
Total Liabilities $ 4,141,034. $ 4,193,568.
NET ASSETS
Unrestricted
Land, Building and Equipment, Net 924,863. 936,620.
Board Designated 4,512,546. 5,310,143.
Undesignated 153,871. 290,511.
Total Unrestricted $ 5,591,280. $ 6,537,274.
Temporarily Restricted 137,114. 85,047.
Total Net Assets $ 5,728,394. $ 6,622,321.
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS $ 9,869,428. $ 10,815,889.
Statement of Activities Year Ended June 30, 2008 2008 2007
REVENUES, GAINS AND OTHER SUPPORT
Campaign Revenue $ 6,093,270. $ 6,852,907.
Contributions and Grants 723,565. 364,818.
Investment, In-Kind and Other 252,172. 4,736,899.
Total Support and Revenue $ 7,069,007. $ 11,954,624.
COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTS, OTHER DISTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENSE
Community Impact Grants & Other Distributions 5,469,660. 6,202,581.
Program Services 1,672,810. 1,287,418.
Supporting Services 820,464. 985,025.
Total Grants and Other Distributions $ 7,962,934. $ 8,475,024.
Net Assets at Beginning of Year 6,622,321. 3,142,721.
Change in Net Assets $ (893,927.) $ 3,479,600.
Net Assets at End of Year $ 5,728,394. $ 6,622,321.
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PLATINUM
Boehringer Ingelheim
GE
i95
The News-Times
Tribuna
Webster Bank
WLAD/98Q/WREF
GOLD
Bailey & Beatty Financial Services
Branson
Deloitte
Duracell
Fairfield County Bank/ Ridgefield Bank
Newtown Savings Bank
Pitney Bowes
Praxair
Savings Bank of Danbury
Shipman & Goodwin
Union Savings Bank
2008 CORPORATE PARTNERS
ALL EVENTS FUNDED THROUGH THEIR SUPPORT
SILVER
Carnall Insurance, Inc.
Connecticut Light & Power
Danbury Fair
Danbury Hospital
Eaton Corporation
Ethan Allen
First County Bank
Goodrich
People’s United Bank
Stamford Hospital
The Network Support Company
BRONZE
ATMI
Belimo
Caldwell & Walsh Construction
Cannondale
Cramer & Anderson
IBM
Kimberly-Clark
Leahy’s Fuels, Inc.
Meyer Jabara Hotels
Norbert E. Mitchell, Inc.
Robert J. Reby & Co., Inc.
Union Savings Bank Employees

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