2009 - United Way of Western Connecticut
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<strong>2009</strong><br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT<br />
ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong>
Leadership is<br />
inspired when<br />
it works to solve<br />
the crisis at hand<br />
without taking<br />
your eyes <strong>of</strong>f the<br />
future and what<br />
is needed for<br />
lasting change.<br />
2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Rey Giallongo, Chairman<br />
First County Bank<br />
Lynn D. Mohlenh<strong>of</strong>f, Secretary<br />
Salisbury Bank & Trust Co.<br />
Robert Ronan, Treasurer<br />
Actis-Grande, Ronan & Company<br />
William Callion<br />
Community Volunteer<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
Cushman & Wakefield <strong>of</strong> CT<br />
Shirley Fishbach<br />
Community Volunteer<br />
Jim Fuchs<br />
Praxair<br />
Frank Kelly<br />
Danbury Health Systems<br />
WE ARE A LEADER<br />
WE ARE A LEADER IN MOBILIZING THE RESOURCES TO IMPROVE LIVES AND<br />
OUR COMMUNITIES Serving Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury,<br />
Kent, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Redding, Ridgefield, Roxbury,<br />
Sherman, Stamford, Warren, Washington<br />
Mark A. Kristy<br />
Pricewaterhouse Coopers<br />
Vincent Nolan<br />
Town <strong>of</strong> New Milford<br />
Barbara Phillips<br />
Phillips Consulting<br />
Sandy Rankin<br />
Community Volunteer<br />
Mike Rizzo<br />
Caldwell & Walsh<br />
Jim Schmotter<br />
<strong>Western</strong> CT State University<br />
Andrew Zeitlin<br />
Shipman & Goodwin
“<strong>United</strong>” has been part <strong>of</strong> our name for more than 60 years.<br />
Even more, it has been a defining word for the work we have<br />
done in strengthening our local communities.<br />
Yet today, the word “united”, as embodied in our<br />
call to “Live <strong>United</strong>”, has brought a new voice and<br />
purpose to our work. This year we responded to<br />
our extraordinary times by launching an interactive<br />
“100 Days, 100 <strong>Way</strong>s We Live <strong>United</strong>” campaign<br />
highlighting remarkable individual acts <strong>of</strong><br />
kindness. Whether helping a single mother prepare<br />
a budget, finding time to read to a child, or driving<br />
an elderly person to a doctor’s appointment, 100<br />
days <strong>of</strong> “Tweets” proved the power <strong>of</strong> small acts.<br />
We also launched a separate and entirely electronic<br />
emergency basic needs campaign (“Take Five<br />
to Give Five”) which in a few short weeks raised<br />
desperately needed funds to support local shelters,<br />
food pantries, clothing distribution centers and<br />
emergency assistance programs.<br />
While our efforts to respond to extraordinary<br />
economic challenges may have been more visible<br />
this year, we remain committed to long-term<br />
strategies to help people build and sustain better<br />
lives. Health, Income and Education remain the<br />
three key building blocks to building a better life -<br />
that’s who we are and what we believe.<br />
For the first time in our country’s history, a<br />
generation <strong>of</strong> children may be worse <strong>of</strong>f than their<br />
parents. This is true, not just economically, but in<br />
all measures <strong>of</strong> societal success.<br />
To address these challenges, <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong>’s recently adopted 2-year strategic plan<br />
calls for particular attention to three key initiatives<br />
– childhood obesity, school readiness and financial<br />
stability. Each <strong>of</strong> these issues challenges the<br />
potential for our next generation to lead the kind <strong>of</strong><br />
life we want for ourselves and our children.<br />
Childhood obesity is critical because if we do not<br />
address the epidemic <strong>of</strong> unhealthy kids in our own<br />
communities, the next generation will live shorter,<br />
less healthy lives and our health care system will<br />
be overwhelmed by an avalanche <strong>of</strong> obesity-related<br />
health care problems.<br />
School Readiness (preparing kids to be successful<br />
in school in their earliest years) is essential to<br />
the long-term success <strong>of</strong> our communities. More<br />
directly, children who enter school at performance<br />
levels below those <strong>of</strong> their peers are <strong>of</strong>ten burdened<br />
by this achievement gap for the rest <strong>of</strong> their lives<br />
and in the most unexpected ways. Not only does<br />
underachievement increase the high school dropout<br />
rate (and future income), it also tends to put<br />
children at a higher risk for broader social problems<br />
like substance abuse and criminal activity. Truly<br />
getting <strong>of</strong>f to a good start can pave the way for<br />
long-term success.<br />
And speaking <strong>of</strong> long term success, how can we<br />
build a strong community when there are people<br />
struggling to make ends meet? There are those in<br />
our community in need <strong>of</strong> the most fundamental<br />
support from their neighbors – food, clothing<br />
and shelter. Our goal is to provide the support<br />
necessary for these individuals but to do so in ways<br />
that create long-term financial stability.<br />
You’ll be hearing more about these three key<br />
initiatives (Strong Start, Strong Heart, Strong<br />
Home) in the coming months, but our long standing<br />
process <strong>of</strong> investing in our community’s success<br />
will continue. Whether it is in Health, Income or<br />
Education, our donor’s return on investment, as<br />
always, is not monetary; it is long-term sustainable<br />
impact in our community.<br />
We live united because this is our community,<br />
our neighborhoods, our families and our future.<br />
Join us in becoming a mobilizing force for positive<br />
social change. By giving people in our community<br />
the chance to build and sustain better, more<br />
productive and healthier lives. Live <strong>United</strong> -<br />
Give, Advocate, Volunteer.<br />
Michael Johnston<br />
CEO<br />
Rey Giallongo<br />
UWWC Board Chair<br />
First County Bank<br />
Michael Johnston<br />
Rey Giallongo<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 1
GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> gave<br />
a call to action;<br />
our communities<br />
responded.<br />
During a difficult time, we wanted to hear about the good things people were doing in spite <strong>of</strong> the recent<br />
economic recession. So we asked volunteers, donors, and the general public, “How Do You Live <strong>United</strong>?”<br />
For 100 days people shared their stories with us and we sent them out via Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and<br />
our blog. It was great to catch a glimpse <strong>of</strong> just one <strong>of</strong> these actions, every day, and pause to reflect on<br />
the good. Here are some examples:<br />
Today, I talked to my son about the importance <strong>of</strong> giving and caring for others.<br />
from Sam Mathis <strong>of</strong> Praxair<br />
Today, I organized and promoted a food drive to bring much needed supplies into the community.<br />
from Jennifer Ferraiuolo at Danbury Hospital<br />
Today, I was a mentor to a child at Chester-Addison Community Center.<br />
from Barbara Seith <strong>of</strong> Genworth Financial<br />
Today, I worked with my Rotary Club to get a free dictionary to every 3rd grader in New Milford.<br />
from Ivan Shiffman at Union Savings Bank<br />
Today, I helped a single mother <strong>of</strong> two to get back on her feet.<br />
from Jackie Mastrolillo <strong>of</strong> Moots, Pellegrini, Mannion, Martindale, & Dratch<br />
Today, we collected 1,900 diapers which will be distributed to local families in need!<br />
from Monica Rodriguez and the 8th Grade members <strong>of</strong> the Anti-Bullying Committee at Kent Center School<br />
Today, I helped Latino parents at Stamford’s schools learn more about the risk <strong>of</strong> drugs, alcohol, and<br />
tobacco use.<br />
from Andres Rojas at Lower Fairfield County Regional Action Council<br />
Today, I found a math tutor for a woman who is working toward her GED.<br />
from Louise Moss at Women’s Mentoring Network<br />
2 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
It Only Takes Five Minutes<br />
To Help Someone Move From<br />
Despair To Hope. And Our<br />
Donors Were Just The People<br />
To Do It.<br />
In March <strong>2009</strong> it was evident to <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> staff<br />
and volunteers that the spike in demand for<br />
basic needs was taking a toll on our nonpr<strong>of</strong>it<br />
partners. In response, UWWC decided to launch<br />
a separate campaign in the spring to directly<br />
support the increased needs <strong>of</strong> its community.<br />
Using social networking tools and support from<br />
The News-Times and The Advocate, people were<br />
asked to Give at least $5, Advocate by using<br />
their own personal networks to raise awareness<br />
<strong>of</strong> the need, and Volunteer to hand out the<br />
FamilyWize discount prescription card to those<br />
lacking health insurance.<br />
The Take Five to Give 5 campaign ran from May<br />
through July <strong>2009</strong>, and was a great success!<br />
Many people participated during the campaign<br />
ranging from elected <strong>of</strong>ficials, representatives<br />
from social service agencies, local volunteers<br />
and the media. As a result we were able to<br />
infuse $87,000 back into the community!<br />
100% <strong>of</strong> the dollars raised went directly to the<br />
basic needs programs.
Healthy Baby Diaper<br />
Drive a Success<br />
As the cost <strong>of</strong> basic needs rise and unemployment<br />
worsens, many families are facing the<br />
difficult choice between providing food and supplies<br />
or diapers for their babies. An adequate<br />
monthly supply <strong>of</strong> diapers costs $100 a month<br />
or more. Working families who may barely be<br />
making ends meet rely on daycare providers,<br />
who require an adequate daily supply <strong>of</strong> diapers.<br />
Food stamps and federal WIC support do not<br />
allow diapers as eligible purchases.<br />
In October local businesses held diaper<br />
drives throughout the region. Thankfully<br />
our community responded, and over 13,000<br />
diapers were collected.<br />
We applaud these businesses<br />
for heeding our call for help!<br />
Bank <strong>of</strong> America<br />
Danbury Fair<br />
Fairfield County Bank<br />
GE<br />
Kent Center School<br />
People’s <strong>United</strong> Bank<br />
Savings Bank <strong>of</strong> Danbury<br />
Trident<br />
Diapers were distributed<br />
to the following organizations:<br />
Birthright<br />
CACD<br />
Hopeline Pregnancy Center<br />
New Milford Social Services<br />
New Milford First Congregational Church/ Baby<br />
Bundles Program<br />
Junior League <strong>of</strong> Stamford — Norwalk<br />
ADVOCATE.<br />
Children from Hawley Elementary School from Newtown collect coins for the Basic Needs<br />
campaign; Born Learning Trail at Stamford’s Early Childhood Fair; excited children receiving<br />
their new backpacks in New Milford; local children help promote the Basic Needs campaign<br />
at the Danbury Fair Mall; UWWC facilitates the GDNRC Legislative Listening Forum; Michael<br />
Johnston promotes the EITC program in Stamford with US Congressman Jim Himes, Jonathan<br />
Hoch <strong>of</strong> Domus and Norma Brudwick <strong>of</strong> the IRS EITC Administration; food collected at the letter<br />
carrier’s annual food drive; UWWC participates in Project Homeless Connect in Danbury.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 3
INCOME<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> Builds the Support<br />
System Needed for People to<br />
Gain Financial Stability<br />
<strong>2009</strong>-2010 Funded Programs<br />
That Promote Financial Stability<br />
and Self Sufficiency<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY<br />
Ability Beyond Disability Supported Independent Living<br />
AIDS Project Greater Danbury Rent Subsidy<br />
American Red Cross Connnecticut Regional Chapter Disaster Services<br />
Amos House Amos House Transitional Living Program<br />
Association <strong>of</strong> Religious Communities Danbury Resettlement<br />
The Emergency Aid Network<br />
CACD Food Pantry<br />
VITA Income Tax<br />
Catholic Charities <strong>of</strong> Fairfield County Family Loan Program<br />
Morning Glory Breakfast Program<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Legal Services Legal Aid- Civil<br />
Family & Children’s Aid Home Care Program<br />
Housing Development Fund Housing Resource Center<br />
Foreclosure Intervention<br />
Interlude The Intensive Residential<br />
Support Program<br />
Literacy Volunteers <strong>of</strong> America - Danbury Adult Teaching and Tutoring<br />
Ridgefield Sunrise Cottage Ridgefield Sunrise Cottage<br />
The Salvation Army Community Emergency Assistance<br />
Shelter <strong>of</strong> the Cross Renewal House<br />
TBICO Key Rings Security Deposit Assistance<br />
The Corporate Edge<br />
WeCAHR Advocacy for Adults with Disabilities<br />
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD COUNTY<br />
American Red Cross Connnecticut Regional Chapter Disaster Services<br />
Wheels Transportation Program<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Legal Services Legal Aid - Civil<br />
Housing Development Fund Foreclosure Intervention<br />
Interlude The Supportive Housing Project<br />
Literacy Volunteers on the Green Literacy (ESL) Training<br />
TBICO The Corporate Edge<br />
WeCahr Advocacy for Adults with Disabilities<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Abilis Stamford Residential Services<br />
American Red Cross Connnecticut Regional Chapter Disaster Response<br />
ARI <strong>of</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong> Individualized Home Supports<br />
Catholic Charities <strong>of</strong> Fairfield County Elderly Hispanic Outreach Program<br />
Senior Neighborhood Support Services<br />
New Covenant House <strong>of</strong> Hospitality<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Legal Services Legal Aid - Civil<br />
The Food Bank <strong>of</strong> Lower Fairfield County Food Bank<br />
Housing Development Fund Foreclosure Intervention<br />
International Institute <strong>of</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong> Immigration & Citizenship Counseling<br />
Refugee Services<br />
Jewish Family Service Employment Readiness Education Center<br />
Case Management<br />
Local Initiatives Support Corporation/LISC Fairfield County Collaborative Fund<br />
for Affordable Housing<br />
Literacy Volunteers <strong>of</strong> Stamford-Greenwich English for Speakers <strong>of</strong> Other Languages<br />
Mutual Housing Association <strong>of</strong> SW CT Housing Development<br />
New Neighborhoods, Inc. Affordable & Supportive Housing<br />
Development and Preservation<br />
Person-to-Person Emergency Assistance<br />
Shelter for the Homeless Pacific House<br />
Berkely House<br />
Urban League <strong>of</strong> Southern <strong>Connecticut</strong> Financial Education for Youths and Adults<br />
The Women’s Business Development Center Financial Coaching<br />
4 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
Capacity Building Grants<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY<br />
CACD RSVP<br />
GDNRC Capacity Building<br />
The Volunteer Center serving <strong>Western</strong> CT Comprehensive Volunteer Services<br />
STAMFORD<br />
The Volunteer Center <strong>of</strong> Southwestern Volunteer Development<br />
Fairfield County Nonpr<strong>of</strong>it Resource Center Training
Five building blocks to financial stability<br />
FAMILY SUSTAINING EMPLOYMENT<br />
A full-time job that pays minimum wage cannot even<br />
cover basic housing costs in western <strong>Connecticut</strong>.<br />
Providing support to help individuals learn new skills,<br />
retain employment and advance their careers helps<br />
ensure a brighter future.<br />
UWWC supports a range <strong>of</strong> programs that provide<br />
job training, literacy skills, and job support for those<br />
with disabilities.<br />
INCOME SUPPORTS<br />
For those whose income will not rise, support for<br />
meeting basic needs within the limits <strong>of</strong> that income<br />
is crucial.<br />
UWWC supports basic needs programs to help<br />
families who are on the brink <strong>of</strong> disaster. Funded<br />
programs range from emergency services, soup<br />
kitchens and clothing distribution to legal aid and<br />
information on public assistance.<br />
211 Navigator allows web visitors<br />
to quickly learn whether they<br />
might be able to get help to pay for<br />
things like food, health insurance,<br />
and child care. 24 state and federal<br />
programs are linked to the program.<br />
FamilyWize reduces the<br />
cost <strong>of</strong> medicine for<br />
children, families and<br />
individuals with no prescription drug coverage. <strong>United</strong><br />
<strong>Way</strong> distributes discount drug cards to help families<br />
manage their health care expenses, saving money for<br />
other needs.<br />
SAVINGS AND ASSETS<br />
By improving a family’s ability to save, you open<br />
the doors to a future <strong>of</strong> possibilities. Over 18% <strong>of</strong><br />
households with an annual income <strong>of</strong> $30,000 or less<br />
GAIN and<br />
SUSTAIN<br />
ASSETS<br />
INCREASE<br />
INCOME<br />
BUILD<br />
SAVINGS<br />
are ‘unbanked’, with another 20% ‘underbanked’.<br />
Financial literacy and sound credit are vital for a<br />
more secure future.<br />
We also increase people’s access to Earned<br />
Income Tax Credits through promotion <strong>of</strong> VITA<br />
(Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) centers to help<br />
families get the tax credits they deserve.<br />
MANAGEABLE EXPENSES<br />
When households spend more than 30% <strong>of</strong> their<br />
income on housing, they may not have enough<br />
income for other necessities such as food, clothing,<br />
medical care, transportation, utilities or emergencies.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> works with programs that teach financial<br />
literacy skills.<br />
AFFORDABLE HOUSING<br />
The lack <strong>of</strong> affordable housing is the top concern<br />
cited in Stamford’s Community Needs Assessment.<br />
In fact, the Stamford/Norwalk area remains the third<br />
costliest rental market in the nation.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> has been a leader in funding<br />
programs that range from homeless services<br />
to home ownership.<br />
• Project Homeless Connect<br />
• Key Rings security deposit program<br />
• Housing Resource Center<br />
• Foreclosure Prevention Initiative<br />
• Fairfield County Collaborative<br />
for Affordable Housing<br />
• New Neighborhoods<br />
• Mutual Housing Association <strong>of</strong> SWCT<br />
A strong home<br />
starts with financial<br />
stability. <strong>United</strong><br />
<strong>Way</strong> strengthens<br />
communities by<br />
identifying and<br />
tackling the underlying<br />
causes <strong>of</strong> the most<br />
serious social issues<br />
facing our local<br />
neighbors. One <strong>of</strong> the<br />
most critical is the<br />
financial instability<br />
<strong>of</strong> low-to-moderate<br />
income families.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 5
EDUCATION<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> Works to Ensure<br />
Families Have the Skills and<br />
Resources Needed to Succeed<br />
in School and Life<br />
<strong>2009</strong>-2010 Funded Programs<br />
That Help Children, Youth and<br />
Families Achieve Their Potential<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY<br />
Association <strong>of</strong> Religious Communities Domestic Violence Prevention System<br />
Big Brothers Big Sisters <strong>of</strong> Southwestern CT Good Friends<br />
Boys & Girls Club <strong>of</strong> Ridgefield After School and Vacation Program<br />
CACD Action Early Learning Center<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Instititue for Communities Harambee Youth Center<br />
Danbury Children First Lee y Seras<br />
Parent Leadership Development Institute<br />
People Empowering People<br />
Danbury Regional Child Advocacy Center COPES Program<br />
Parent Aide Family Enrichment Service<br />
Team Programs<br />
Volunteer Mentor Program<br />
Families Network <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> CT Nurturing Families - Home Visitiation<br />
Nurturing Parents Program - Parent Groups<br />
Family & Children's Aid Harmony House<br />
Starshine Home (Danbury Safe Home)<br />
Girl Scouts <strong>of</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong> The Girl Scout Program<br />
Interfaith Social Action Corporation Interfaith Early Learning Center<br />
Regional YMCA <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> CT Camp Greenknoll<br />
Escape to the Arts<br />
Great Hollow Wilderness Camp<br />
Nursery School Child Care<br />
School Age Child Care<br />
The Salvation Army The Right Place<br />
WeCAHR Advocacy for Children and Families<br />
Women's Center <strong>of</strong> Greater Danbury Domestic Violence Services<br />
Resource Services<br />
Sexual Assault Services<br />
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD COUNTY<br />
Boy Scouts <strong>of</strong> America, CT Rivers Council Boy Scouting<br />
Cub Scouting<br />
Danbury Regional Child Advocacy Center Parent Aide Family Enrichment Service<br />
Teams Program<br />
Family & Children's Aid Starshine Home<br />
Girl Scouts <strong>of</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong> The Girl Scout Program<br />
Kent Children's Center Scholarship Program<br />
New Milford Visiting Nurse Association Nurturing Families<br />
WeCahr Advocacy for Children and Families<br />
Women's Center <strong>of</strong> Greater Danbury Domestic Violence Services<br />
Sexual Assault Services<br />
Women's Resource Services<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Abilis Stamford Birth to Three Services<br />
Boys & Girls Club <strong>of</strong> Stamford After School Program<br />
Childcare Learning Centers Early Care and Education Program<br />
Domestic Violence Crisis Center PeaceWorks<br />
Domus Family Advocate Program<br />
Career & Post Secondary Transition Services<br />
Jewish Community Center JumpStart Program<br />
Women's Mentoring Network First Generation College Bound<br />
Yerwood Center YES Camp<br />
Yerwood Scholars Extended Day Program<br />
PRIDE Extended Day Program<br />
YMCA <strong>of</strong> Stamford L.E.A.D. Academy<br />
L.E.A.D Program<br />
6 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
<strong>Connecticut</strong> saves<br />
nearly $20 for every<br />
dollar invested in<br />
quality preschool.<br />
KidsforCT.org<br />
UNITED WAY WORKS TO ELIMINATE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP BEFORE KINDERGARTEN<br />
Every child deserves a strong start. Yet almost half <strong>of</strong> America’s kindergartners enter school unprepared,<br />
with at-risk & impoverished children already 1-2 years behind.<br />
The positive significance <strong>of</strong> a high quality early childhood experience to a child’s future success is<br />
well documented.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> is targeting resources to improving quality early childhood learning in the region. We are<br />
investing dollars, taking a leadership role and finding creative ways to partner with others to ensure all<br />
children are ready for school in our region.<br />
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE WAY THE BRAIN DEVELOPS<br />
Infant and toddler brain nerve cells are formed and connected every time the child<br />
is exposed to a human interaction or event in the environment. We literally have the<br />
ability to shape a child’s brain for success.<br />
A child’s first teacher is family. That’s why <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> supports Born Learning, a public engagement<br />
campaign helping families, caregivers and communities to build on early learning for young children. When<br />
adults interact with children – talking, singing, and playing rhyming games – they stimulate language and<br />
vocabulary development and build important foundations for learning to read. Born Learning <strong>of</strong>fers fun<br />
activities for parents and caregivers to engage their child.<br />
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS LEADING THE WAY<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> is actively involved in early childhood and educational aspects in all <strong>of</strong> our communities.<br />
Community plans have been developed in Stamford and Danbury to ensure that all children are ready for<br />
school, and <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> has been a key partner and leader in this process. Plans include a broad range <strong>of</strong><br />
strategies such as improving literacy among children and their families, ensuring that the transition to school<br />
is successful, and encouraging participation in high quality preschools. To see a copy <strong>of</strong> the community plans<br />
visit our website at www.uwwesternct.org<br />
The annual Early Childhood Fair has become an event families look forward to in Stamford. <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
volunteers install Born Learning Trails at this event, and at a variety <strong>of</strong> parks, that get children moving<br />
and learning in a fun way.<br />
IMAGINATION LIBRARY PUTS BOOKS INTO EVERY CHILD’S HANDS<br />
Graduation from high school can be predicted reasonably well by a child’s<br />
reading skills at the end <strong>of</strong> third grade. That’s why Imagination Library is<br />
such an important program under our StrongStart initiative.<br />
This innovative partnership with the Dollywood Foundation <strong>of</strong>fers free<br />
books every month to children ages four and under. The program was<br />
piloted in Danbury and is now expanding to other towns.<br />
The early years<br />
<strong>of</strong> a child’s life<br />
significantly<br />
impact language<br />
skills, social<br />
and emotional<br />
development, and<br />
school readiness.<br />
All children should<br />
start kindergarten<br />
ready, equipped to<br />
succeed to the best<br />
<strong>of</strong> their abilities.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 7
HEALTH<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> Promotes Good<br />
Health by Making Care<br />
Accessible and Affordable<br />
<strong>2009</strong>-2010 Funded Programs<br />
That Help Everyone Receive Quality<br />
Physical and Mental Health Care<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD COUNTY<br />
AIDS Project Greater Danbury HIV/AIDS Prevention Education<br />
& Outreach<br />
Drug Treatment Advocate<br />
AmeriCares Free Clinics AmeriCares Free Clinic <strong>of</strong> Danbury<br />
Catholic Charities <strong>of</strong> Fairfield County Behavioral Health Clinic<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Counseling Centers Danbury Opioid Treatment<br />
Danbury VNA Home Health Care<br />
Public Health Program<br />
Danbury Youth Services TARGET<br />
Youth and Family Counseling Program<br />
Family & Children’s Aid Child Guidance Center<br />
Interfaith AIDS Minstry The Living Pantry<br />
Interlude Intensive Residential Recovery Program<br />
Kevin’s Community Center Free Medical Clinic<br />
MCCA Latino Outreach and Treatment<br />
Sobering Center<br />
Newtown Parent Connection Community Education & Empowerment<br />
Newtown Youth & Family Services Behavioral Health Services for<br />
Children and Adults<br />
Regional Hospice <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> CT Healing Hearts Children’s Program<br />
Healing Hearts Town Program<br />
Regional YMCA <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> CT Activate America<br />
Boughton Street Scholarships<br />
Ridgefield VNA Monthly Visit Program<br />
Well Child Clinic<br />
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD COUNTY<br />
American Red Cross Blood Services<br />
Connnecticut Regional Chapter Health & Safety Preparedness Training<br />
CMHA/Northwest Center Multi-Disciplinary Assessment<br />
for Family Services Psychotherapy Services for Uninsured<br />
Bilingual Families<br />
Family & Children’s Aid Child Guidance Center<br />
MCCA Outpatient Program - New Milford<br />
New Milford Hospital Behavioral Health Behavioral Health Services<br />
New Milford VNA New Milford VNA Hospice<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Child Guidance Center Crisis Division Programs<br />
<strong>of</strong> Southern <strong>Connecticut</strong> Ongoing Treatment Division Programs<br />
Domestic Violence Crisis Center Crisis Shelter<br />
Counseling and Advocacy<br />
Family & Children’s Agency Service for Seniors<br />
Family Centers Mental Health and Counseling<br />
School Based Health Centers<br />
Stamford Cares<br />
Jewish Community Center Senior Adult Program<br />
Jewish Family Service Counseling and Psychotherapy<br />
Residential Cleaning Service<br />
Kids in Crisis Adolescent Emergency Services<br />
Liberation Programs Liberation House<br />
Outpatient Services & Aftercare<br />
Family & Youth Options<br />
RF Youth Boxing After School Program<br />
The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Services and Education<br />
Crisis Counseling and Education<br />
8 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
Partners with<br />
Existing Coalitions<br />
THE STATISTICS ARE STARTLING<br />
Childhood obesity has tripled since 1980.<br />
Negative outcomes <strong>of</strong> obesity in children include poor<br />
academic performance, increased mental stress, and<br />
increased risks for health consequences.<br />
Obesity has become one <strong>of</strong> the most important public health<br />
issues with related health care costs <strong>of</strong> $117 billion annually.<br />
CT State Dept <strong>of</strong> Ed standardized fitness test for Danbury school<br />
system shows a steady decline in children passing. In 2007/2008<br />
only 19% passed.<br />
In <strong>Connecticut</strong>, the gap between racial and economic groups is<br />
significant when it comes to overweight and obesity rates. One in<br />
four children (27.3%) are overweight or obese.<br />
Nearly one in three Hispanic (32.4%) and almost one in two<br />
African Americans (44.9%) are overweight or obese.<br />
STAMFORD’S CHILDHOOD OBESITY TASK FORCE<br />
Under the leadership <strong>of</strong> Stamford Hospital, a city-wide childhood obesity task force is addressing this<br />
health epidemic among our children. The task force focuses on the preventive health message <strong>of</strong> 5-2-1-0:<br />
For each day, 5 fruits and vegetables, 2 hours or less <strong>of</strong> screen time, 1 hour or more <strong>of</strong> physical activity,<br />
and 0 to almost no sugar-sweetened beverages.<br />
THE COALITION FOR HEALTHY KIDS<br />
With the challenging vision to make the greater Danbury community the healthiest in <strong>Connecticut</strong>,<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> co-chairs this Danbury-based group that has been addressing the childhood obesity epidemic<br />
for the past four years. After gathering extensive local data, the group is launching the Healthy Kids Pilot<br />
Program. This program will engage in strategies that will result in improved CT Physical Fitness scores<br />
for an elementary school in Danbury, with the intention <strong>of</strong> expansion to the whole system.<br />
HEALTHY COMMUNITY 2020<br />
Healthy Community 2020 was established in New Milford as a collaborative for health<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essionals and service providers. Its primary focus is on community fitness, child and adult<br />
obesity, and the availability <strong>of</strong> dental services for the uninsured. To address obesity in 2007,<br />
efforts included The Walking Project, a month long event where 17 fifth grade classes<br />
partnered with a community business to increase their daily exercise.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> is a key partner and leader within the Stamford, Danbury and New Milford<br />
coalitions as we launch our strong heart initiative.<br />
Our children<br />
must become<br />
healthier and<br />
childhood<br />
obesity must<br />
be eliminated.<br />
Their future<br />
depends on it.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 9
VOLUNTEERS<br />
The following<br />
people served on<br />
committees and<br />
review teams<br />
in <strong>2009</strong>. <strong>United</strong><br />
<strong>Way</strong> could not<br />
accomplish its<br />
work without the<br />
help <strong>of</strong> these<br />
volunteers.<br />
BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Robert Dolian<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
Shirley Fishbach<br />
James Fuchs<br />
Reyno A. Giallongo, Jr.<br />
Frank Kelly<br />
Mark A. Kristy<br />
Lynn D. Mohlenh<strong>of</strong>f<br />
Barbara J. Phillips<br />
Sandra L. Rankin<br />
Mike Rizzo<br />
Bob Ronan<br />
James Schmotter<br />
Andrew Zeitlin<br />
Holly Wolff<br />
COMMUNITY COUNCILS<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD<br />
Carl Bailey, Jr.<br />
Stephen Bull<br />
George A. Coleman<br />
Hillel Goldman Esq.<br />
George Herring<br />
Mary Ann Houser<br />
Frank Kelly<br />
Jay Lent<br />
Joyce Ligi<br />
Ralph McIntosh, Jr.<br />
Jerry Murphy<br />
Sandra L. Rankin<br />
Mike Rizzo<br />
Jeff Ryer<br />
Lisa Scails<br />
Paul Scalzo<br />
James Schmotter<br />
Michael L. Stern, Ph.D.<br />
Bob E. Williams<br />
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD<br />
Ellamae Baldelli<br />
Heather Beck<br />
Jennifer Birdseye<br />
Cecilia Buck-Taylor<br />
Joseph F. Buzaid, Jr.<br />
Dorothy Christman<br />
Dr. Lisa C. Diamond<br />
Michael Gold<br />
Dan Lachmann<br />
Michelle Liguori<br />
Ann Martindale<br />
Margie McClure<br />
Lynn D. Mohlenh<strong>of</strong>f<br />
Larry Neary<br />
Vincent Nolan<br />
Mary Jane Sartwell<br />
Frank Wargo<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Craig Allen<br />
Michael Bellach<br />
Karen Carter<br />
Jack Condlin<br />
Imelda D-Luc<br />
Ernest DiMattia<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
Shirley Fishbach<br />
Reyno A. Giallongo, Jr.<br />
Harry P. Hurvitz<br />
Pam Koprowski<br />
Mark A. Kristy<br />
Deborah W. LaBerge<br />
Diana Lenkowsky<br />
Laura McCafferty<br />
Cynthia A. Mixcus<br />
Mo Reynolds<br />
Dudley Williams<br />
Andrew Zeitlin<br />
10 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE<br />
James Fuchs<br />
Reyno A. Giallongo, Jr.<br />
Frank Kelly<br />
Mark Kristy<br />
Holly C. Wolff<br />
FINANCE COMMITTEE<br />
Fanny Ferreira<br />
James Gareau<br />
Jay Lent<br />
Joyce Ligi<br />
Bob Ronan<br />
Rohit R. Shenoy<br />
Jack Tyransky<br />
Bob E. Williams<br />
HUMAN RESOURCE<br />
COMMITTEE<br />
Paulette Alviti<br />
Sally Arconti<br />
Paige Brewer<br />
Duane Giannini<br />
Tim Kidman<br />
Eric Lubochinski<br />
Barbara J. Phillips<br />
MARKETING COMMITTEE<br />
Janice Lea<br />
Larry Neary<br />
Shelley Northrop<br />
Marie O’Neill<br />
Kristin Tetreault<br />
TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY<br />
COMMITTEE<br />
Laurie Dale<br />
Ernest DiMattia<br />
Dr. Ronald Drozdenko<br />
Karen Higgins-Carter<br />
Brian Kinney<br />
Darcy G. MacDonald<br />
Debbie Mancini<br />
Dave Mancusi<br />
Tarun Mendiratta<br />
Tom Morrissey<br />
Sandra L. Rankin<br />
Jonathan Soares<br />
Melissa Tirado<br />
<strong>2009</strong> COMMUNITY IMPACT<br />
REVIEW TEAM MEMBERS<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD<br />
Janice Beekman<br />
Wendy Bradley<br />
Curt Brantl<br />
Gail Clarke<br />
Mary-Pat Cottrell<br />
Patty DelVecchio<br />
Mary Kay Duus<br />
Dr. Ronald B. Faanes<br />
Karen Facini<br />
William Fasano<br />
Beth Ann Fetzer<br />
Juleen Flanigan<br />
Jeffrey Forger<br />
George Herring<br />
Peter Hirsch<br />
Nancy Holland<br />
Mary-Ann Houser<br />
Samuel Hyman<br />
Connie Kaufman<br />
Laila B. Khouri<br />
Nancy Kuhn<br />
Creighton Lee<br />
Di Masters<br />
Rocco Murano<br />
Linda Nasser<br />
Robert Palmer<br />
Judith Platt<br />
William Roper<br />
Judy Rosentel<br />
Stephen G. Rosentel<br />
Maura Ruby<br />
Lisa Scails<br />
Michael Sharbaugh<br />
Kevin Sheehan<br />
Barbara Shimmel<br />
Greg Slomba<br />
Michael L. Stern Ph.D.<br />
Marina Trejo<br />
Sandra Ward<br />
Fred Weisman<br />
SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD<br />
Heather Beck<br />
Lizzie Faust<br />
Heidi Gartland<br />
Michael Gold<br />
Kathleen Maloney<br />
Margie McClure<br />
Lynn D. Mohlenh<strong>of</strong>f<br />
Arthur Putnam
Darlene Russell<br />
Mary Jane Sartwell<br />
Denise Speranzo<br />
Valerie L. Wilson<br />
STAMFORD<br />
A. Kurth Anderson<br />
Kurt Anderson<br />
Laurel Anderson<br />
Ndiogou Ba<br />
Sheila Barney<br />
Renethia Basset<br />
Michael Bellach<br />
Jerry Carnegie<br />
Karen Carter<br />
Eileen Crowley<br />
Joanna D’Amelio<br />
Louis Deleo<br />
Peter Diamond<br />
Emmanuel Doreste<br />
Shirley Fishbach<br />
Ingrid Gillespie<br />
Gail Grosso-H<strong>of</strong>mann<br />
Caryn Halbrecht<br />
Keith Hanrahan<br />
Kim Karl<br />
Bob King<br />
Linda P. King<br />
Richard Lang<br />
Erik Larson<br />
Diana Lenkowsky<br />
Rhonda Leone<br />
Judith Liebeskind<br />
Roslyn Mainville<br />
Kurosh L. Marjani<br />
Laura McCafferty<br />
Martin F. McGrath, Jr.<br />
Ronald Miller<br />
Cynthia A. Mixcus<br />
Edward Nosenzo<br />
Patricia Rattray<br />
Mo Reynolds<br />
Cynthia Russell<br />
Dianna Santos<br />
Brett Sheely<br />
Douglas Taylor<br />
Barbara Vincent<br />
Laura Watson<br />
Sandy Weinberg<br />
Beryl Williams<br />
Anne Yedinsky Gorski<br />
Heather Ziegler<br />
CITY OF DANBURY<br />
GRANT PROCESS<br />
Pauline Basso<br />
Kathleen Beach<br />
Ellen Bell<br />
Rhonda DeLetis<br />
Patty DelVecchio<br />
Ralph Eggleston III<br />
Rosemary Fasano<br />
Jean Hazard<br />
Peter Hirsch<br />
Mary-Ann Houser<br />
Samuel Hyman<br />
Connie Kaufman<br />
Creighton Lee<br />
Janice Light<br />
Gina Marcus<br />
Doreen McManus<br />
Linda Nasser<br />
Sandra L. Rankin<br />
Chad Sinanian<br />
Sandra Ward<br />
Margaret E. Williams<br />
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT<br />
COMMITTEES<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD<br />
AND SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD<br />
Ralph McIntosh Jr., Chair<br />
Lisa Ann Allaby<br />
Steve Cohen<br />
Toni Dessereaux<br />
Shawn Gregory<br />
Margie McClure<br />
Vincent Nolan<br />
Josh Rielly<br />
<strong>Way</strong>ne J. Shepperd<br />
William Starbuck, Jr.<br />
Karen Tracy<br />
Norman Urquhart<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Brian O’Connor, Chair<br />
Martin H. Anderson<br />
Mark Campbell<br />
Christopher Coke<br />
Lt Governor Michael Fedele<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
Fanny Ferreira<br />
Michael Gray<br />
Harry P. Hurvitz<br />
Adam J. Klimek<br />
Tyler McCarthy<br />
Jack Merrell<br />
Gene Schreiner<br />
Brett Sheely<br />
Dave Spannaus<br />
January Wilson<br />
Andrew Zeitlin<br />
EMERGING LEADERS<br />
NORTHERN FAIRFIELD EDGE<br />
Jen Adzima<br />
Candice Awalt<br />
Kevin Awalt<br />
Disha Damania<br />
Gabriela Demeleo<br />
Vincent DiGilio<br />
Kerin Duffy<br />
Jason Ginsberg<br />
Douglas Hensal<br />
Paul Laedke<br />
Emanuela Lima<br />
John Mascolo<br />
Alan Nye<br />
Daniel J. Reilly<br />
Liesel Reilly<br />
Pam Ryan<br />
Jonathan Soares<br />
William Starbuck, Jr.<br />
Michelle Steiner<br />
Russell Sterms<br />
Marcos Zapf<br />
STAMFORD<br />
Stacie Alexiou<br />
George Boyce<br />
Christina Brown<br />
Ryan Connolly<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
Adam J. Klimek<br />
Michael LaMothe<br />
Karla Parra<br />
Patricia Rattray<br />
Mo Reynolds<br />
Moncie Rowther<br />
DAY OF CARING COMMITTEE<br />
Bob Brown<br />
Maryellen Canuel<br />
Paul Carroza<br />
Christina Chan<br />
Dan Delacey<br />
Beth Fisher<br />
Alyson Gaudino<br />
Cindy Gerathy<br />
Margaret A. Kurinsky<br />
Chris Lincoln<br />
Julie Poklemba<br />
Mercedes Springer<br />
Norman Urquhart<br />
William H. Valenti<br />
GDNRC ADVISORY COMMITTEE<br />
Karl Epple<br />
LouAnn Bloomer<br />
Bruce Smith<br />
Bill Starbuck, Jr.<br />
Maureen Moore<br />
Mary Jane Wood<br />
Betsy McDonough<br />
Shirley Ricart<br />
FACILITIES COMMITTEE<br />
Brooke Feder<br />
James Gareau<br />
Reyno A. Giallongo, Jr.<br />
Tim Kidman<br />
Mike Rizzo<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 11
DONORS<br />
On the following<br />
pages is a listing <strong>of</strong><br />
leadership donors<br />
in 2008-<strong>2009</strong>.<br />
Leadership Givers<br />
are some <strong>of</strong> <strong>United</strong><br />
<strong>Way</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong>’s<br />
most generous<br />
supporters. Through<br />
Leadership Gifts<br />
<strong>of</strong> $1,000 or more,<br />
these individual<br />
philanthropists<br />
set an example for<br />
others and make<br />
a measurable<br />
difference in our<br />
community.<br />
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE SOCIETY<br />
ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION OF $10,000 OR MORE<br />
The Alexis de Tocqueville Society recognizes the French historian’s<br />
admiration for our country’s spirit <strong>of</strong> volunteer effort for the<br />
common good. Its members are recognized for their generous<br />
annual contribution <strong>of</strong> $10,000 or more in a regional membership<br />
roster and in the annual national registry.<br />
3 anonymous donors<br />
Steve & Lori Angel<br />
Phil & Kim Asmundson<br />
Carl F. Bailey Jr.<br />
William G. & Katherine L. Beattie<br />
Mark J. Beckwith<br />
Beverly Belcamino<br />
Mark & Deb Chain<br />
Daniel R. & Ann Marie Colby<br />
Gerry and Mary Cunningham<br />
Richard D’Avino<br />
Anita & Nick Don<strong>of</strong>rio<br />
Chris Dubrowski<br />
Eric Dull<br />
Mark W. Elliott<br />
Kathryn Emmett & David Golub<br />
Thomas & Margaret English<br />
Bob & Cindy Hansen<br />
Susan Hermann<br />
Henry Hubschman<br />
Harry & Gina Hurvitz<br />
Jay Ireland<br />
Leo Kessel & Patti Munsie<br />
John & Harriet Kline<br />
GOLD LEVEL<br />
($5,000- $9,999)<br />
1 anonymous donor<br />
Daniel Barcus<br />
Chris & Jeanne Bradley<br />
Peter C. Brandt<br />
William Brasser<br />
Gregory & Shaun Budnick<br />
Gregory & Linda Cameron<br />
Joseph & Marisol A. Cappello<br />
Kathryn Cassidy<br />
Michael J. Cosgrove<br />
L. Kevin Cox<br />
John & Gail Coykendall<br />
Barbara Daniele<br />
Gregg & Hyacinth DeMar<br />
Elisabeth Dudley<br />
Brooke Feder & Jesse Stuart<br />
Virginia Gates<br />
Jane E. Hackney<br />
Daniel Henson<br />
Elliot & Roslyn Jaffe<br />
Robert & Kathy Kaiden<br />
Kathryn D. Karlic<br />
12 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
Mark A. Kristy<br />
Michael & Sally LaPorta<br />
John & Michele Lawton<br />
Ralph Layman<br />
Ms. Diana Lenkowsky<br />
Guy & Lucy Moore<br />
Gordon & Diane Myers<br />
Brian & Maura O’Connor<br />
James & Betty Ann O’Shaughnessy<br />
John & Joanne Patrick<br />
Jacqui Peace<br />
Bernard Perlin<br />
Sheila & Charles Perrin<br />
John & Sandy Rankin<br />
Tom Rosamilia & Karen Coblens<br />
The Summerhill Foundation<br />
Maive Scully<br />
Timothy & Candy Shaughnessy<br />
Joseph & Deidre Smialowski<br />
Mike & Mary Wathen<br />
David & Holly Wolff<br />
Debbie & Chet Wood<br />
John & Linda Zembron<br />
Margaret Keane<br />
William Killoran<br />
David Lloyd<br />
Barbara & Paul L<strong>of</strong>tus<br />
Patrice & John Malvisi<br />
Louis & Cheryl Massimo<br />
Patrick & Sally McNella<br />
James O’Shaughnessy<br />
May Ellen & Gerald Ritter Foundation<br />
Paul & Janice Roman<br />
Michael Schlessinger<br />
Ilyse & Dean Schuckman<br />
Ricardo B. Silva<br />
T. Simmons<br />
Kevin Stone<br />
Michael K. Stone<br />
Judith A. Studer<br />
Donald W. Torey<br />
James Tremante<br />
John Alex Urquhart<br />
Joni Walser<br />
Karen Wiltsie<br />
SILVER LEVEL<br />
($2,500- $4,999)<br />
12 anonymous donors<br />
Michael Abbott<br />
Tom Ade<br />
Stephen Ambrose<br />
Mr. Thomas P. Arcuri<br />
Daniel Armbrust<br />
Larry & Jane Arseniadis<br />
Kevin Atkins<br />
Mark S. Barber<br />
Rita Bongarten<br />
Lawrence Bossidy, Jr.<br />
Wendy Bradley<br />
Nancy & Gene Brandon<br />
Christine Brandt<br />
John D. Brantley & Betsy Thomas<br />
Mr. & Mrs. John Burbank<br />
James Burgoyne<br />
Michael D. Burson<br />
Carolyn Carlson<br />
Mark Catalano<br />
Brian Clark<br />
Dan Colao<br />
Paul & Beth Colonna<br />
Juan Corsillo<br />
Raul & Alina Cosio<br />
Karen A. Cronin<br />
Thomas DeJoseph<br />
Donald & Carmine DeYoung<br />
Edan Dionne<br />
Robert Diskin<br />
John Diss<br />
Jack & Liz Doyle<br />
Ray Duggins<br />
Marie E. Erk<br />
Jerry Eyster<br />
Deborah Fish<br />
Amy Fisher<br />
William & Cheryl Fisher<br />
Thomas Fleming<br />
Johan Fogelberg<br />
Ronald Fontana<br />
Paul & Nathalie Fonteyne<br />
Todd Freeman<br />
Cathy Frierson<br />
Roger Furkin<br />
Timothy Gallagher<br />
James & Virginia Gallerani<br />
Virginia Gallerani<br />
Sharon Garavel<br />
Steven Gaudreau<br />
Michael & Dorothy Giersch<br />
Elizabeth Goehring & Tim Peterson<br />
Robert Green<br />
Henry Greig<br />
Christopher Haggerty<br />
Paul Halas<br />
Kathleen & John Hall<br />
Colleen Harkness<br />
Gregory Hatch
William M. Healey<br />
Mr. Robert A. Henry<br />
Robert Herlihy<br />
Ron & Paula Herren<br />
John H<strong>of</strong>fman & Lynn Palmer<br />
Robert Hughes<br />
Jeffrey Hyde<br />
Jan & Michael Jackman<br />
Michael & Corinne Johnston<br />
Troy Jones<br />
Kenneth Kempson<br />
The Kettering Family Foundation<br />
The Louis J. Kuriansky Foundation, Inc<br />
Catherine Lasser<br />
James J. LeKachman<br />
Joyce & Dante Ligi<br />
John & Judith Maguire<br />
Jeffrey Manchester<br />
Patricia Manion<br />
James M. Mara<br />
Damian Joseph Maroun<br />
Michael A. & Ann M. Meehan<br />
Charles Meyer<br />
Mark Mifflin<br />
Pat & Kevin Morgan<br />
Jim & Marcia Morley<br />
Bob and Nicole Morris<br />
Traci A. Morris<br />
Jonathan Mothner<br />
John & Diane Mott<br />
Paul Nestro<br />
Matthew O’Connor<br />
Rick & Lore Oricchio<br />
Valerie Pagliaro<br />
Susan L. Patemoster<br />
Gideon & Miriam Pell<br />
Martha C. Poulter<br />
James Primus<br />
Donna M. Ramey<br />
Gaurav Raniwala<br />
Philip A. Riordan & Family<br />
Suzanne Robbins<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel K. Roberts<br />
Daniel & Nicole Sandford<br />
Albert Hank Schilling<br />
Bennett & Mary Shuldman<br />
Richard A. Silver, Esq.<br />
Dave Simpson<br />
Matthew Simpson<br />
Kathleen & Gary Skiba<br />
Lou Ann D. & Gary C. Smith<br />
Michael & Kathleen Solecki<br />
John K. Stewart<br />
Richard T. Sturgeon<br />
Makoto Sumino<br />
Gerard Sweeney<br />
Janet & Harold Tague<br />
Robert & Caren Tucker<br />
Dawn Tutje<br />
Jennifer Vanbelle<br />
Robert Vik<br />
Patricia Voorhees<br />
Deborah Wall<br />
Brian P. Ward<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Watson, Jr.<br />
Carl R. Weinberg<br />
Brian J. Wenzel<br />
Susan Williams<br />
Antje Westphal Wilmer<br />
Chuck & Mary Ann Wyand<br />
Mark W. Zerbe<br />
Lawrence J. Zlatkin<br />
BRONZE LEVEL<br />
($1,000- $2,499)<br />
82 anonymous donors<br />
Lily Ablondi<br />
Robin Abrams<br />
Belle-Ann Abrams<br />
Christopher Adams<br />
Kwabena Afriyie<br />
Elizabeth Agen<br />
JoAnn Ahern<br />
Paulette Alviti<br />
Daniel Ambrust<br />
Theodore J. Anderst<br />
Scott W. Andrews<br />
John & Erin Arcario<br />
Thomas & Sally Arconti<br />
Thomas P. Arcuri<br />
Teresa Arnold<br />
Brian Ashbrook<br />
David Avila<br />
Kathleen Azzariti<br />
Guy Bacigalupi<br />
Paul Badger<br />
John Baker<br />
Susan W. Baldwin<br />
Dr. & Mrs. Bert Ballin<br />
Alfonso F. Barbarotta<br />
Robert C. Barnum, Jr.<br />
Rich & Paula Baron<br />
Mr. Thomas Bartram<br />
Fred Bazzini<br />
Cheryl Beacock<br />
Lynne Beardsley<br />
Michael Beaudry<br />
John Beck<br />
Barri Belfanti<br />
Michael Bender<br />
Peter W. Benoliel<br />
Doreen Bentson<br />
Walter Bergenson<br />
Steven M. Beringer<br />
Dr. Joel M. & Marie Antoinette Berns<br />
Henry & Lorraine Blansfield<br />
Frank Bluming<br />
Matthew Bogdanffy<br />
Robert & Mary Ellin Bollinger<br />
Neil Bonanno<br />
Mary Borba<br />
Karen & Mark Bowling<br />
William Bradley<br />
Tamara Breuel<br />
Ms. Christine Brewer<br />
Patrick Broderick, M.D.<br />
Kathleen S. Brooks<br />
Ms. Jeanette Brown<br />
Patrick Brown<br />
David Burger<br />
JoAnn & Joseph Byck<br />
Anda Cabrera<br />
William & Patricia Calderara<br />
Rosemay K. Caluori<br />
Joseph Campbell<br />
Anthony & Maryellen Canuel<br />
Anthony Carboni<br />
David Carlson<br />
Eric & Renee Rock<br />
Keven Carpenter<br />
Brian and Ann Carroll<br />
Wendy J. Carroll<br />
Ms. Karen Carter<br />
Alfred Casella<br />
Elizabeth Catalino<br />
Michael Caufield<br />
Sue & Joe Charles<br />
Lori and Jeff Charlton<br />
Peter Chang<br />
Jamianne Cheneski<br />
David & Patricia Chew<br />
Jorge Chiluisa<br />
Bob & Liz Chiocchio<br />
Patrick Clark<br />
Marcie C<strong>of</strong>fin<br />
Victor Coggi<br />
Mr. & Mrs. George Coleman<br />
Marie Colleran<br />
Margaret Condon<br />
Joseph M. & Eileen Conners<br />
Debra Connolly<br />
Joseph Connors<br />
Daniel & Vicki Cook<br />
Paul Coplan<br />
Marcel & Arlette Corbat<br />
Pamela Corrie<br />
Ms. Jeanne Courter<br />
Jacqueline Coury<br />
Lillian Covella<br />
Patricia Cowan<br />
Paul Crispino<br />
Karen Critelli<br />
Linda Crooks<br />
Eileen Crowley<br />
Daniel Daly<br />
Joanna & Anthony D’Amelio<br />
Grant & Debbie Davis<br />
Ms. Judith T. Davis<br />
Our donors were<br />
more engaged<br />
than ever this year,<br />
hosting gatherings<br />
at their homes<br />
and <strong>of</strong>fices to<br />
raise awareness<br />
about <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
or joining us on<br />
community impact<br />
tours to see their<br />
dollars at work.<br />
Time and again,<br />
donors told us they<br />
trust us to fund our<br />
community’s most<br />
urgent needs and<br />
they appreciate<br />
the rigorous review<br />
process we use<br />
in determining<br />
how to invest their<br />
donations.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 13
DONORS<br />
All gifts to <strong>United</strong><br />
<strong>Way</strong> have a<br />
meaningful impact<br />
in our community.<br />
We regret that<br />
space limitations<br />
prevent us from<br />
listing gifts under<br />
$1,000. We thank<br />
all our donors for<br />
helping to create<br />
opportunities for a<br />
better tomorrow.<br />
THE LEGACY SOCIETY<br />
To support lasting change<br />
in our community, The<br />
Legacy Society has been<br />
established to recognize<br />
the generosity <strong>of</strong><br />
individuals and families<br />
who have made or<br />
provided for planned gifts<br />
to <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong>, as well<br />
as to encourage others<br />
to consider <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong><br />
when making their<br />
estate plans. Donors<br />
are encouraged to let us<br />
know when they have<br />
included <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> in<br />
their estate plans.<br />
BRONZE LEVEL CONT.<br />
Steven Day<br />
Mr. Harry D. Day<br />
Rolando DeGracia<br />
Stella Lou DeLucia<br />
Thomas Demers<br />
Mr. Michael D. DeMilt<br />
Joseph DeNicola<br />
Anthony M. Devito III<br />
Duane & Barbara Dickson<br />
Ernest DiMattia<br />
Mr. Edward Dipaola<br />
Michael J. Dodd<br />
Robert P. & Lauren Dolian<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Donnelly<br />
Michael Dower<br />
Kate Downes<br />
Eric Duenwald<br />
Dennis Duffany<br />
Paul Duffy<br />
Raymond Edgar<br />
Peter Edwards<br />
Derek Ehmen<br />
Cameron Eiseman<br />
Craig Enright<br />
Heinrich & Marguerite Enslin<br />
Nancy & Karl Epple<br />
The Erazo Family<br />
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Erichson<br />
Gene Eriquez<br />
Elisa Esses<br />
Genevieve Faith<br />
Judith Falk<br />
Sean Fanning<br />
Florence & Joel Feinson<br />
Deborah & Robert Feinson<br />
Ms. Lorraine H. Fenton<br />
Beth Ann Fetzer<br />
Cornelia H. Field<br />
Terence Finn<br />
Gregory Fletcher<br />
James Flood<br />
Jennifer Flynn<br />
Caroline Forlini<br />
Anthony J. Foti<br />
Ms. Rhoda Freedberg<br />
Richard & Nancy Freedman<br />
Linda Freeman<br />
Susan Frey<br />
Gerald Friel<br />
John Fritsche<br />
Lori Fritzer<br />
Debra Frost<br />
Howard Fry<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Peter H. Fuchs<br />
Kathleen Gairing<br />
Joseph Galan<br />
John Gamber<br />
James & Patricia Gareau<br />
14 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
Ralph Garrison<br />
Frank & Beth Garvey<br />
Melanie O’Brien & Nick Gazetos<br />
Louis C. Gelada, Jr.<br />
Stephen Gelhaus<br />
Marcie Gemza<br />
Christoper Gerke<br />
Sarah Gette<br />
Richard & Charlene Giacin<br />
Reyno A. Giallongo Jr.<br />
Mr. Timothy E. Gittens<br />
Hillel & Carmen Goldman<br />
Neil & Beth Gollogly<br />
William Goodman & Vivienne Nemerson<br />
Mrs. Darlene Goodwin<br />
Erik Granskog<br />
Donald & Rosalie Gray<br />
Robert Green<br />
Veronica Green<br />
Walter Greenfield<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Grein<br />
Barbara Gromet<br />
Ronald & Grecia Gross<br />
Michael Guarnieri<br />
Susan Guerriero<br />
Brent Gunts<br />
Donald R. Gustafson, Esq.<br />
Al & Irene Gzyms<br />
Margot J. Hackel<br />
Marcie Hadden<br />
Robert Haff<br />
Jack & Jennifer Hallissey<br />
Nick & Joann Handrinos<br />
Timothy Hanlon<br />
Kathleen & John Hardiman<br />
Elzelien Hartog<br />
Peter & Ana Hatzis<br />
Barry C. Hawkins, Esq.<br />
Ervie & Carolyn Hawley<br />
Joseph Hayes<br />
Douglas Haynes<br />
Diane Heck<br />
Robert Heckart<br />
Patrice T. Heinzer & William Newmark<br />
Debra Hemsey<br />
Betty & Tom Hensal<br />
William Henzy<br />
Ge<strong>of</strong>f & Mimi Herald<br />
George Herring<br />
Stella Hewitt<br />
Tammy Hill<br />
Stacey Hoin<br />
Douglas Hooper<br />
Stephen & Linda Horhota<br />
Mr. & Mrs. David Horner<br />
Mary Lynn Howard<br />
Timothy Howell<br />
Philip Huggins<br />
Robert & Judith Hurwich<br />
Jack Ingram<br />
Jed & Susan Isaacs<br />
Hugh & Diane Jackson<br />
Ed & Michelle James<br />
Robert Jamutowski<br />
Irvin R. Jennings, M.D.<br />
Kenneth & Lisa Jewell<br />
Kimberlee Johnson<br />
Randall Johnson<br />
Allan Johnson<br />
David Johnson<br />
Angelina Johnson-Brown<br />
Amry Junaideen<br />
James Kalashian<br />
Gerald Karr<br />
Nancy Keane<br />
Daniel Kearns<br />
Theodore Kearns<br />
Robin P. Keller<br />
Jeff & Kathy Keller<br />
Declan J. Kelly<br />
Frank & Fran Kelly<br />
Joseph Kelly<br />
Kathie Kelly<br />
Sean Kelly<br />
Gary Kempinski<br />
Paul S. Kempner<br />
Marjorie Kiesel<br />
Sally Kile<br />
Don Kimball<br />
Kenneth King<br />
Steve Kirby<br />
Eric & Laurie Knachel<br />
Brian Knapp<br />
Jeffrey Knipe<br />
Hisashi & Miyako Kobayashi<br />
Ellie & Al Kohn<br />
Ken & Pam Koprowski<br />
Anne Kratky<br />
Allan Kriemelmeyer<br />
Frank Kunst<br />
Gerald Kushmerick<br />
Christopher Kyle<br />
Rajeev Lakra<br />
Bob & Loire Leavitt<br />
Kathy Lechner<br />
Johnnie Lee<br />
Linda Lee<br />
Ronald Lee<br />
Sook-Kyoung Lee<br />
<strong>Way</strong>ne J. Leiss<br />
Stephen Lenihan<br />
Jay Lent<br />
Stephen Levanti<br />
Cathy Levatino<br />
Roger & Carla Levien<br />
Michael Levin<br />
Mark Levy<br />
Jennifer Lewis<br />
Miriam & Rabbi Clifford Librach<br />
Greta Lin
Greg Lirot<br />
Daniel & Lisa Long<br />
Mr. David Long<br />
Dr. Thomas & Linda MacGregor<br />
Raymond L. Mack<br />
Paul Madzik<br />
Peter Maguire<br />
Ricardo G. Malfitano<br />
Mayor & Mrs. Dannel P. Malloy<br />
Nancy L. & Don R. Mallozzi<br />
Pearl & Jack Marcus<br />
Neil & Lisi Marcus<br />
Anthony Mariani<br />
Gregory Marposon<br />
Christine G. Marsh<br />
Jan Martin<br />
Judith & David Martin<br />
Michele Martin<br />
Robert C. Martini<br />
Gary Masso<br />
John Del Mastro<br />
Michael J. Matarese<br />
Kathleen Mathews<br />
Ann S. McAuliffe<br />
Robert McCarthy<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Gregory McClure<br />
Thomas McDonald<br />
Bernard McDonald<br />
Kathy McGowan<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Martin McGrath, Jr.<br />
Charles McKay<br />
Gregory S. McMahon<br />
Daniel E. McPartland<br />
Mark Mellana<br />
Jeffrey Miller, M.D. & Irene Weiss Miller<br />
John & Lynn Mohlenh<strong>of</strong>f<br />
John Molnar<br />
Nancy Moore<br />
Thomas Moosey<br />
Christopher Moretti<br />
Marissa Moretti-Lambrinos<br />
Kevin & Kimberly Morgan<br />
James Morrison<br />
Robert Morrison<br />
Stuart Morrison<br />
Mr. Joseph Morrissey<br />
Nancy Morse<br />
Jacqueline Waites Moss<br />
Peter & Billie Mullen<br />
Erin Murphy<br />
Sherry Murray<br />
Barbara Musen<br />
Vizzy Nagarwalla<br />
Elizabeth Navarra<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Neiman<br />
Jonathan Newman<br />
Hunter Norton<br />
Joy Norwood<br />
Edward Nosenzo<br />
Mr. Charles Nugent<br />
Laura P. O’Brien<br />
Daniel & Stephanie O’Connor<br />
Stephanie O’Connor<br />
Kristin K. O’Connor<br />
Peter O’Grady<br />
Ms. Sarah A. O’Keefe<br />
Christine & Michael Oliver<br />
Rene Olson<br />
Mark Ondash<br />
Marie O’Neill<br />
Lola Oyewole<br />
Agnes Pace<br />
Salvatore & Barbara Pace<br />
Mary-Anne La Pak<br />
Paul A. & Sharon A. Palanzo<br />
Mr. Michael Paolillo<br />
Diane Wehner Papalambros<br />
John S. Paravati<br />
Dawn Pasquin<br />
Cynthia Patterson<br />
Nick & Molly Paulish<br />
William G. Pearce<br />
Matthew Pellegrini<br />
Luci Pellegrino<br />
Bruce Perlman<br />
Ms. Sherry Perlstein<br />
Mr. Harold Peterson<br />
Donald Peterson<br />
Joseph Peterson<br />
Paulette Y. Peterson<br />
Thomas Pitman<br />
Robert Plunkett<br />
Robert Port<br />
Larry & Tammy Post<br />
Charlotte O. Powell<br />
Alexia Priest<br />
Tiffany E. Prudhomme<br />
Christine Pudelko<br />
Michael J. Puleo<br />
Nidhi Quarve<br />
William Ragatz<br />
Kristin & Michael Reed<br />
Family Foundation<br />
Thomas J. Reidy<br />
Gerard Reidy<br />
Michael & Sharon Reilly<br />
Melissa Reinke<br />
Mark Reiss<br />
Julian & Freida Reitman<br />
June & Glenn Renzulli<br />
Tomas Reyes<br />
Trevor Ricards<br />
James Richmond<br />
Catherine Riordan<br />
Dr. Patrick Robinson<br />
Suzanne Roman<br />
Bob Ronan<br />
Karen Rosario<br />
Judy & Steve Rosentel<br />
Mr. David Rowley<br />
Robert Rozansky<br />
Luis Ruiz<br />
Scott A. Rummans<br />
David Rusate<br />
Ronald Rutkis<br />
James J. Ryan<br />
Robert Salandra<br />
Ross Samchalk<br />
Dianna Santos<br />
Eric Schaefer<br />
Kristin L. Scheihing<br />
Jeffrey Schimmel<br />
James Schmotter<br />
Robert F. Schott<br />
Kurt Schreder<br />
Gary J. Schulman<br />
Mr. Douglas Sciullo<br />
Terry D. Scott<br />
Scott Morrison<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert A. Sedita<br />
Scott & Darleen Senete<br />
Donald Shassian<br />
Dennis Sheriff<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Shilstone<br />
Priscilla Shurick<br />
George Siegle<br />
Diane Simalchik<br />
Joseph Simons<br />
Steve & Bonnie Smith<br />
Michael Smith<br />
Richie Smith<br />
Sean Smith<br />
Walter Smith<br />
John & Janet Sommer<br />
Richard & Lois Sontag<br />
William & Elena Starbuck<br />
Douglas Steare<br />
David Steck<br />
Dennis E. Stempien<br />
Jack & Carol Stetson<br />
David Stewart<br />
Anthony Storino<br />
Martha Washington Straus &<br />
Harry H. Straus Foundation Inc.<br />
Eileen Sullivan<br />
Edward Sun<br />
Mr. Matt Susser<br />
Stephanie C. Swain<br />
David A. Swerdl<strong>of</strong>f, Esq.<br />
Thomas Swett<br />
Scott Szilagyi<br />
Mr. Richard E. Taber<br />
Anand Tadepalli<br />
Marion Taomina<br />
Karen J. Taylor<br />
Nila Taylor<br />
Rita C. Thal<br />
Michael Thiessen<br />
Matthew A. Toth<br />
Mr. John Trentacosta<br />
Theodore & Mandi Trumpp<br />
Jack & Doris Tyransky<br />
John Unikas<br />
Linda V. Velez<br />
Eric Vignola<br />
Kathryn Vogt<br />
Kevin P. Walsh<br />
Eric Wang<br />
Annette Waters<br />
Susan Watson<br />
Leon & Frankie Weisburgh<br />
Mike Weissman<br />
William Werfelman<br />
Mr. Andre White<br />
Mrs. Vivien White<br />
Kevin Whitney<br />
Hal & Barbara Wibling<br />
Maggie Wilderotter<br />
Dudley Williams<br />
Bob Williams<br />
Mr. David Wilson<br />
Eleanor Wilson<br />
Tim & Paula Wiltshire<br />
Honorable Heidi G. Winslow<br />
Mr. David Woessner<br />
Barbara Wood & Jay Vivian<br />
Kevin Wortman<br />
David Wright<br />
Barbara Yantorno<br />
Tyson R. Yates<br />
Stephen Yost<br />
Donna Zalichin & Barry Kramer<br />
Mr. Andrew Zeitlin<br />
Heather & Jason Ziegler<br />
Daniel Zuchelli<br />
Important Note: This<br />
list was prepared with<br />
great care to ensure the<br />
accuracy <strong>of</strong> contributor<br />
information. Should any<br />
errors or omissions be<br />
found, please contact<br />
the <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
so that we may extend<br />
our apologies and make<br />
corrections for the<br />
future. Thank you.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 15
STAFF<br />
Our staff members take pride in<br />
making a difference in <strong>Western</strong><br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> every day.<br />
Michael Johnston<br />
Chief Executive Officer<br />
Lavern Anderson<br />
Finance Assistant<br />
Alecia Andrews<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Community<br />
Building, Northern<br />
Fairfield County<br />
David Deschenes<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Online<br />
Marketing & Engagement<br />
Elizabeth Goehring<br />
Executive Vice President,<br />
Community Impact<br />
Jennifer Hallissey<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Community<br />
Impact, Stamford<br />
Judy Hlavenka<br />
Resource Development<br />
Manager<br />
Gale Houser<br />
Resource Development<br />
Manager<br />
Tina Mazzella<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Support<br />
Services<br />
Karen Mello<br />
Staff Accountant<br />
Kim Morgan<br />
Executive Vice President.<br />
Communications,<br />
Human Resources &<br />
Planning<br />
Alice Pepin<br />
Receptionist, Northern<br />
Fairfield County<br />
Dana Rawding<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> MIS<br />
Stacy Schulman<br />
Resource Development<br />
Manager<br />
Kate Shue<br />
Administrative<br />
Coordinator, Stamford<br />
Carole Southall<br />
Executive Vice President,<br />
Resource Development<br />
Jennifer Smith<br />
Finance Associate<br />
Joe Speranzo<br />
Youth Leadership<br />
Coordinator<br />
Kathy Thomas<br />
Administrative Assistant,<br />
Southern Litchfield<br />
County<br />
Rachel Torres-O’Leary<br />
Early Childhood<br />
Coordinator<br />
Jennifer Toussaint<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Resource<br />
Development<br />
Henry Vega<br />
Controller<br />
GREATER DANBURY<br />
NONPROFIT RESOURCE<br />
CENTER<br />
Elaine Mintz<br />
Director<br />
Casey Levene<br />
Volunteer Coordinator<br />
16 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
A YEAR IN REVIEW THROUGH PHOTOS<br />
Thank you<br />
donors,<br />
volunteers,<br />
and community<br />
partners for<br />
sharing in<br />
the work and<br />
having fun!
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 17
FINANCIALS<br />
FINANCIAL<br />
STATEMENTS<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT<br />
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS — IN US DOLLARS ($)<br />
Community Impact<br />
Grants, Programs and<br />
Other Distributions<br />
Fundrasing<br />
Management and General<br />
Statement <strong>of</strong> Financial Position<br />
Year Ended June 30, <strong>2009</strong> <strong>2009</strong> 2008<br />
ASSETS<br />
Cash and Investments 5,664,203. 7,555,695.<br />
Promises to Give & Other Receivables 1,214,428. 1,234,900.<br />
Land, Building and Equipment, Net 872,362. 924,863.<br />
Amounts Raised on Behalf <strong>of</strong> Others 70,326. 153,970.<br />
Total Assets 7,821,319. 9,869,428.<br />
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS<br />
Liabilities<br />
Accounts Payable 237,358. 312,408.<br />
Community Grants Payable 2,814,050. 3,667,765.<br />
Amounts Raised on Behalf <strong>of</strong> Others 70,326. 160,870.<br />
Total Liabilities 3,121,734. 4,141,034.<br />
NET ASSETS<br />
Unrestricted<br />
Land, Building and Equipment, Net 872,362. 924,863.<br />
Board Designated 3,521,021. 4,512,546.<br />
Undesignated 166,496. 153,871.<br />
Total Unrestricted 4,559,879. 5,591,280.<br />
Temporarily Restricted 139,706. 137,114.<br />
Total Net Assets 4,699,585. 5,728,394.<br />
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS 7,821,319. 9,869,428.<br />
Statement <strong>of</strong> Activities<br />
Year Ended June 30, <strong>2009</strong> <strong>2009</strong> 2008<br />
REVENUES, GAINS AND OTHER SUPPORT<br />
Campaign Revenue 5,273,802. 6,093,270.<br />
Contributions and Grants 720,908. 723,565.<br />
Investment, In-Kind and Other 41,108. 252,172<br />
Total Support and Revenue 6,035,818. 7,069,007.<br />
COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTS, OTHER DISTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENSE<br />
Community Impact Grants & Other Distributions 4,348,234. 5,469,660.<br />
Community Impact Programs and Shared Services 1,927,257. 1,672,810.<br />
Supporting Services 789,136. 820,464.<br />
Total Grants and Other Distributions 7,064,627. 7,962,934.<br />
Net Assets at Beginning <strong>of</strong> Year 5,728,394. 6,622,321.<br />
Change in Net Assets (1,028,809.) (893,927.)<br />
Net Assets at End <strong>of</strong> Year 4,699,585. 5,728,394.<br />
Form 990 - Total Expenses 6,878,505. 8,095,011.<br />
Management and General 315,551. 328,583.<br />
Fundraising 459,448. 431,985.<br />
Management, General & Fundraising, as % <strong>of</strong> Total Expenses 11.3% 9.4%<br />
18 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
89%<br />
4%<br />
7%
ALL EVENTS<br />
FUNDED THROUGH<br />
THEIR SUPPORT<br />
DIAMOND<br />
Level $10,000<br />
GE<br />
OUR THANKS GOES TO OUR<br />
DIAMOND SPONSOR<br />
PLATINUM<br />
Level $6,500<br />
Boehringer Ingelheim<br />
Pitney Bowes<br />
The Advocate<br />
The News-Times<br />
Tribuna<br />
Union Savings Bank<br />
Webster Bank<br />
WLAD/98Q/WREF<br />
WRKI/i95<br />
GOLD<br />
Level $3,000<br />
Bailey & Beatty Financial Services<br />
Caldwell & Walsh Construction<br />
Deloitte<br />
Duracell<br />
Newtown Savings Bank<br />
Praxair<br />
Savings Bank <strong>of</strong> Danbury<br />
Shipman & Goodwin<br />
<strong>2009</strong> CORPORATE SPONSORS<br />
SILVER<br />
Level $1,500<br />
Belimo<br />
Branson<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Light & Power<br />
Danbury Fair<br />
Danbury Hospital<br />
Eaton Corporation<br />
Fairfield County Bank<br />
First County Bank<br />
Goodrich<br />
People’s <strong>United</strong> Bank<br />
The Network Support Company<br />
BRONZE<br />
Level $500<br />
ATMI<br />
Cycling Sports Group<br />
Cramer & Anderson<br />
IBM<br />
Kimberly-Clark<br />
Leahy’s Fuels, Inc.<br />
Meyer Jabara Hotels<br />
Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc.<br />
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 19
<strong>2009</strong> WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN PARTNERS<br />
GE<br />
Boehringer Ingelheim<br />
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.<br />
Cartus<br />
IBM<br />
Praxair, Inc.<br />
Union Savings Bank<br />
Pepsi Beverages Company<br />
Danbury Health Systems<br />
Kimberly-Clark<br />
PriceWaterhouseCoopers<br />
Duracell<br />
Purdue Pharma<br />
Pitney Bowes<br />
Genworth Financial<br />
<strong>Connecticut</strong> Light & Power<br />
Branson Ultrasonics<br />
Savings Bank <strong>of</strong> Danbury<br />
Bank <strong>of</strong> America<br />
First County Bank<br />
Fairfield County Bank<br />
<strong>United</strong> Parcel Service<br />
Taunton Press<br />
The Barden Foundation<br />
Webster Bank<br />
Stamford Board <strong>of</strong> Education<br />
Goodrich<br />
Stop & Shop<br />
Newtown Savings Bank<br />
Deloitte<br />
Genworth employees participate in Days <strong>of</strong> Caring project.<br />
CAMPAIGN PARTNERS ARE LISTED IN ORDER OF DOLLARS RAISED.<br />
20 UNITED WAY OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT • <strong>2009</strong> REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY<br />
Proctor & Gamble Beauty<br />
Thomson Reuters<br />
People’s <strong>United</strong> Bank<br />
Federal Express<br />
Macy’s<br />
Diserio, Martin, O’Connor &<br />
Castiglioni McKinsey & Company<br />
Target<br />
at&t<br />
Cytec Industries<br />
Trident<br />
City <strong>of</strong> Stamford<br />
Eaton Corporation<br />
Pfizer<br />
Family and Children’s Aid<br />
Shipman & Goodwin, LLP<br />
Garden Homes Management<br />
Child Guidance Center<br />
<strong>of</strong> Southern <strong>Connecticut</strong><br />
Ability Beyond Disability<br />
Del-Tron Precision<br />
Wachovia Foundation<br />
Frontier Communications<br />
The Ferguson Library<br />
Rain CII Carbon, LLC<br />
Alliance<br />
Day Pitney, LLP<br />
State Employees Campaign<br />
City <strong>of</strong> Danbury<br />
JC Penney<br />
THANK YOU FOR CREATING<br />
OPPORTUNITIES AND INSPIRING<br />
HOPE FOR A BETTER TOMORROW.<br />
Rose & Kiernan<br />
Robinson & Cole<br />
Leahy’s Fuel<br />
New Milford Public Schools<br />
Town <strong>of</strong> New Milford<br />
Citicard<br />
KPMG Peat Marwick<br />
Danbury Public Schools<br />
The Louis J. Kuriansky Foundation<br />
Family Centers<br />
Photronics, Inc.<br />
Best Buy<br />
HSBC Bank, USA<br />
Caldwell & Walsh Building Construction, Inc.<br />
Sempra Commodities<br />
Danbury Visiting Nurses<br />
W<strong>of</strong>sey, Rosen, Kweskin & Kuriansky LLP<br />
DRS Technologies<br />
Liberation Programs<br />
Aquarion Water<br />
Sealed Air Corporation<br />
Big Y Foods<br />
Northern Trust<br />
Cushman & Wakefield<br />
Ernst & Young<br />
Childcare Learning Centers <strong>of</strong> Stamford<br />
Barden Corporation<br />
Wal-Mart<br />
Domus<br />
Allen & Tyransky<br />
New Milford Visiting Nurses<br />
New Alliance Bank<br />
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage<br />
Amica Mutual Insurance Company<br />
Interlude, Inc.<br />
Redding Public Schools<br />
Gartner<br />
Emhart Technologies<br />
Meyer Jabara Hotels<br />
Computershare<br />
Boys and Girls Club <strong>of</strong> Stamford<br />
Ceridian<br />
Regional Hospice <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong>
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> provides the<br />
resources for individual<br />
organizations.<br />
Every hour <strong>of</strong> every day, hundreds <strong>of</strong> people need essential human<br />
services—they are looking for training, employment, food pantries, help<br />
for an aging parent, addiction prevention programs for their teenage<br />
children, affordable housing options, support groups and ways <strong>of</strong><br />
becoming part <strong>of</strong> their community.<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong>’s 2-1-1 service allows people to give help and to get help<br />
24 hours a day, 365 days a year. <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> 2-1-1 was created in 1976 as<br />
a public/private partnership <strong>of</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong> and the State <strong>of</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong>.<br />
WAYS TO ACCESS:<br />
TELEPHONE<br />
Dial 2-1-1 and an operator will assist you. Multilingual caseworkers<br />
are onhand, and TDD access is available.<br />
2-1-1 ONLINE<br />
Visit www.211ct.org and search by category, town, agency name, and<br />
a number <strong>of</strong> other search options.<br />
2-1-1 NAVIGATOR<br />
Visit navigator.211ct.org and complete an anonymous two minute<br />
questionnaire to determine if you’re eligible for 24 different state<br />
and federal aid programs.<br />
Greater Danbury Nonpr<strong>of</strong>it Resource Center<br />
The Greater Danbury Nonpr<strong>of</strong>it Resource Center is a program <strong>of</strong> UWWC and<br />
plays an important role in building capacity for the nonpr<strong>of</strong>it community. The<br />
GDNRC serves the communities <strong>of</strong> Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury,<br />
New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Redding, Ridgefield and Sherman.<br />
Their mission is to strengthen nonpr<strong>of</strong>it performance and impact in Greater<br />
Danbury by:<br />
• Increasing communication among nonpr<strong>of</strong>its, resource providers<br />
and funders<br />
• Providing local, high quality education and training experiences<br />
• Providing organizational assessment and planning services<br />
• Matching volunteers with pr<strong>of</strong>essional skills to local nonpr<strong>of</strong>its<br />
For more information go to www.gdnrc.org
Serving Northern Fairfield County<br />
85 West Street<br />
Danbury, CT 06810<br />
203/792.5330<br />
Serving Southern Litchfield County<br />
21 Main Street, P.O. Box 29<br />
New Milford, CT 06776<br />
860/354.8800<br />
UWWESTERNCT.ORG<br />
Serving Stamford<br />
62 Palmer’s Hill Road<br />
Stamford, CT 06902<br />
203/348.7711<br />
<strong>United</strong> <strong>Way</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Connecticut</strong>