The campaign season is underway for United Way Logan County as the organization raises funds for 11 programs at 10 partner agencies. Those agencies are on the frontline helping residents of the community live healthier, happier lives.
The United Way of Logan County (UWLC) board members revealed their goal of $180,000 at their Sept. 14 annual kickoff.
UWLC values health, education, financial stability and quality of life.
“We believe these core elements are critical to our success as individuals, as families and as a community,” a UWLC spokesperson said. “In order to achieve our vision of a stronger, healthier and more compassionate community, we are working to provide access to these essentials to all people in Logan County through five focus areas.”
Partner agencies, include American Red Cross (Logan County), Boy Scouts of America, Central Oklahoma Community Action Agency, Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central Oklahoma, Girl Scouts, God’s Food Bank, Logan Community Services, Logan County Council on Aging, Northcare and YMCA.
Last year, 4,764 Logan County residents received food assistance. 600 seniors were provided with meals and social interaction.
Over 1,000 Logan County children and youth received child care, enrichment activities, leadership development and life skills. Another 616 residents received help with mental illness and addiction and almost 500 residents were assisted with recovery from Fires, floods and other disasters.
If you would like to contribute or need more information visit UWLC’s website at www.unitedwaylogancounty.org.
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