United Way’s Marks 75th Anniversary
LEWISTON - In 1932, early in the Great Depression years, the very first Lewiston-Auburn Community Chest campaign set out to raise $33,000 for local groups that helped the needy.

Now known as United Way of Androscoggin County, the organization marked its 75th birthday Tuesday with a celebration at its Ash Street office.

Joleen Bedard, executive director, told a gathering of directors, volunteers and representatives of participating agencies, "We wouldn't be here today raising close to $2 million if it were not for everyone's support." (More)


Remember 2-1-1 Maine for your Seasonal Needs
Since its statewide launch in July 2006, over 3500 people from Androscoggin County have dialed 2-1-1 or visited www.211maine.org to get or give help. At this time of year, many local residents are using 2-1-1 to get information on flu shots, fuel assistance and for holiday needs. 2-1-1 Maine is a free resource that provides answers to health and human services inquiries 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

October News

United Way Campaign Gathering Momentum
During this year’s United Way campaign, members of our community are once again demonstrating their generosity and commitment to building a better, healthier Androscoggin County. This year United Way aims to raise $1.9 million to be spent here in Androscoggin County on programs that improve the lives of children and families, senior citizens and those needing help to achieve self-sufficiency. To date, the campaign has reached 40 percent of the community goal. With continued support of new and existing partners like you we will reach the campaign goal and have a larger positive impact on our region this year!

Kudos to Community Campaign All-Stars
During the 2007 Campaign, several local organizations have already made outstanding efforts for our community through their completed United Way campaigns. A few of these outstanding companies include:

•BJ’s Wholesale Club employee campaign manager Lorie Barnies with store manager Melissa Slattery.

•ElectroStatic Technology employee campaign manager Karen Fowler with company CEO William Oh.

•Geiger employee campaign managers Kathy Fulton and Nancy Lavoie with CEOs Gene and Peter Geiger.

•L.L.Bean Peck Building employee campaign managers Darlene Conant and Sunni Junkins with CEO Chris McCormick and loaned executive Joanie Davis-Dunn.

•Tambrands/Procter & Gamble employee campaign managers Chris Main, Vicki Poland and Naomi Williams with company CEO Veronica Vargas and loaned executive Linda Wheeler.

SAVE THE DATE: Celebration Nov. 15
Thursday, Nov. 15, United Way will hold the Community Campaign Celebration at Martindale Country Club in Auburn from 5-8:00 p.m. The event will include dinner, entertainment by comedic genius Mike Miclon, an award ceremony and the announcement of the 2007 campaign incentive winners.

Please RSVP now for the Campaign Celebration by calling 795-4000 or emailing unitedway@unitedwayandro.org. (More)