http://www.liveunitedtc.org Greater Twin Cities United Way Tue, 04 May 2010 20:30:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en We've extended our Text Out Hunger initiative, so there's still time to take advantage of the generous Land O'Lakes match!  Give $5 to end hunger in our region by texting TCUNITE to 864833 and Land O'Lakes will match it--it's that easy to double your impact.  Grab your phone now or ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/04/01/theres-still-time-to-text-out-hunger/ With a simple text messages you can donate to one of United Way’s key goals – ending hunger in the Twin Cities. Through an innovative campaign, Text Out Hunger, United Way and Land O’ Lakes are giving people an easy way to donate. When you text TCUNITE to 864833 a ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/03/31/united-way-texts-out-hunger/ Stop by with your gently-used coat donations tomorrow to join Stove Top Stuffing and United Way as they spread the warmth in the Twin Cities. Your coat donations will help support the Boys and Girls Club of the Twin Cities, Catholic Charities or Community Emergency Assistance Program.  Each charity will have ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/03/03/help-spread-the-warmth/ Congratulations to our Campaign Victory Sweepstakes Finalists!  The Winner of the 2010 Victory Hammer 8-ball Motorcycle and pair of $500 Cub Foods gift cards, one to be donated to a food shelf of their choice, will be announced at the Best Of Awards on March 31. Craig Alcock, St. Paul, MN Peter Ingebrigtsen, ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/02/26/sweepstakes-finalists-named/ http://www.unitedwaytwincities.org/ourimpact/ClaimIt.cfm United Way recently completed a competitive and open application and review process for two of its 10 goal areas: reducing domestic violence and maximizing independence for seniors and people with disabilities. These investments support two of the 10 goal areas that make up the organization’s Agenda for Lasting Change. United Way ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/02/17/funds-used-in-most-efficient-programs-to-create-pathways-out-of-poverty/ Thanks to everyone who nominated their company for a Best Of Award this year; we're truly grateful for your support and committment to our community. Find out if your company is in the running for a Best Of Award in the video below: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlOxr8DLCMk[/youtube] Congratulations to all of our finalists!  We look forward to ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/02/12/best-of-awards-finalists-announced/ The recent devastating earthquake left thousands of Haitians homeless, struggling for food and clean water. Your donation to the United Way Worldwide Disaster Fund will aid in recovery efforts. Text HAITI to UNITED (864833) to make a $5 gift. http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/02/01/you-can-help-the-people-of-haiti/ Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination(s)!  This year's Best Of Awards submissions are currently undergoing review to determine which companies truly demonstrated what it means to Live United.  Finalists in each category will be announced February 9! The awards ceremony will take place on March 31, 2010. Learn more ... http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/01/25/best-of-awards-are-under-review/ Nominations for this year's Best of Awards are due Friday, January 21! Whether you’re a big or small company, this is your chance to show off the amazing things you did and receive special recognition for all of your hard work. Nominate your company today! http://www.liveunitedtc.org/2010/01/20/3-days-left-to-enter-best-of-awards/