NORTH VERNON, Ind. – Jennings County United Way launches its annual fund-raising campaign with a free lunch/open house on Tuesday, October 8, at 11 a.m., at the United Way Center, 707 N. State St., North Vernon.
“All are invited,” said Steve Graham, campaign co-chair with Beth Burnett. “We encourage everyone to attend or make a pledge to our campaign. “Those who contribute will double their impact since a matching grant will duplicate their gift dollar for dollar.” Those planning to attend should RSVP by calling 812-346-5257.
Many employers in the area offer payroll deduction plans whereby employees contribute to the Jennings County campaign in an effectively simple fashion. Individuals can also make pledges with recurring contributions via credit and debit cards.
The pledges, donations, and grant dollars will fund the VITA free income tax preparation and filing by the Jennings County United Way and the “Get Ahead” workshops and financial security programs offered at the local center. The campaign also helps fund several agencies such as youth athletics, Jennings County Senior Center, Wayside Inn Homeless Shelter, Good Samaritan Food Pantry, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and more.
Meanwhile, volunteers are needed to assist with the annual campaign. “Our United Way campaign is powered by people who step up to help raise the dollars that support programs and agencies making a huge difference in our community,” Graham added. “We need volunteers for everything from stuffing envelopes, dropping off materials, and making phone calls to campaign division chairs and account managers.”
To volunteer or for more information on the campaign and how to help, call the Jennings County United Way at 812-346-5257 or visit jcunitedway.org.
