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2008

December
Honor Dr. King's Legacy: Volunteer in Your Community

United Way Named Among Oregon's Most Admired Nonprofits

2008 Intel Oregon United Way Giving Campaign Sets a Record

November
NW Natural and United Way Partner to Provide Gas Assistance

JCPenney Awards Grants for Local After-School Programs

Nonprofits Sought to Apply for United Way Grants

"Principal for a Day" Provides Unique Insights

October
Community Forum to Discuss Child Welfare Needs

United Way, Northwest Health Foundation Partner to Engage Underserved Communities in Health Reform Efforts

September
United Way Kicks Off Community Campaign; Honors Outstanding Volunteers

August
United Way of the Columbia-Willamette Names New CEO

July
New Leader Named for 2008-09 Community Campaign

Radio Programs Focus on Early Childhood Education

June
Media Invited to Funding Trends Analysis Power Breakfast

April
United Way Raises $19.25 Million in Community Campaign

February
Interim President / CEO Appointed

United Way Young Leaders Society Host Leadership Development Event

Help with Earned Income Tax Credit Available for Taxpayers
Brent Stewart named CEO of United Way of Greater Kansas City

Volunteers help the community during United Way's MLK Day Celebration through Service

January
United Way, GolfTEC Golf Improvement Centers launch clothing drive

2007

Bank of America donates $50,000 to aid victims of Pacific Northwest storms

United Way named among Oregon's most admired non-profits

Cornerstone Partners enable United Way of the Columbia-Willamette to invest 100% of contributions in local agency programs

United Way of the Columbia-Willamette announces results at its Community Partners Breakfast

United Way of the Columbia-Wilamette presents 2007 Spirit Awards

Operation mustache: United Way hosts world record attempt

United Way of the Columbia-Willamette names leader of upcoming community fundraising campaign

United Way of the Columbia-Willamette announces winners of its 2007 Project Innovation grants

United Way Rated Top Charity by Nonprofit Watchdog

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It is our goal to bring you events that are meaningful and keep you involved with United Way year-round. If you have any questions about current or past events, email Carolee Lee, Vice President, or call 503-226-9347.

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