PRESS RELEASE – The Schuylkill United Way’s (SUW) 2015 Campaign, ‘Giving Hearts, Giving Hope’ concluded at 2pm on Thursday November 20, 2014. The goal of the campaign was $1,015,000.00, and $995,000 (98%) was raised. Though the goal was not reached, the SUW is thankful for the many companies and individuals who donated. Their kind acts of generosity will echo through the community of Schuylkill County through the SUW Partner Agencies.

To quote Vince Lombardi, “The measure of who we are is what we do, with what we have.” The SUW is moving forward with sincere thanks to those who give, volunteer and advocate for the Schuylkill United Way and the Partner Agencies. We could not continue to serve Schuylkill County without the community support we receive every campaign and throughout each year.

Winners for this year’s Campaign Prizes:
– Boyers Gift Cards: Kathy Reiley (SCMA), Cheryl Holland (Penn State University), James Wehry (BonTon), Paula Semenili (Wegmans)
– Lowes Improvement Package: Barry Brower (Pottsville Republican)
– Weber Gas Grill from Hadestys: Brent Setlock (Pottsville Housing)
– IPad from Hidden River Credit Union: Jim Shaffer (Lowes RDC961)
– AAA Travel Package: Dr. Joseph Chipriano (Chipriano Dentistry)
– Vehicle from Sands Ford: Bob Mozdy (Lowes RDC961)

This year, special recognition and award winners are as follows:

Billie Payne Lifetime Achievement Award:
– Mrs. Naomi Morrow Ost. (Mrs. Ost was the Chair of the 1998 Campaign and a longtime supporter, advocate and volunteer for the Schuylkill United Way as well as many community initiatives.)

Pacesetters Club Totals and Awards (490 Pacesetters and $395,000)- Pacesetters are individuals who give $500 or more.
1. Wegmans Retail Service Center, 71 Pacesetters
2. Bob Weaver GM Chrysler, 42 Pacesetters
3. SAPA, 37 Pacesetters
4. Air Products & Chemicals, Inc., 16 Pacesetters
5. PPL, 15 Pacesetters

Houser Award:
– Wegmans Retail Service Center ($116,000 Raised through Employee and Corporate Giving)

Special Event Achievement Award:
– Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. ($25,400 Raised through Golf and Bowling Tournaments)

Retiring Board of Director Recognition Awards:
– Joe Pilla
– Dr. Scott Fellows
– Allen Keich
– Jeanne B. Porter

2015 Campaign Chair Awards:
– General Chairperson Anthony Harbison & Tamaqua Area Chairperson Eric Dreyfus

Schuylkill United Way Partner Agency, Top Fundraiser:
– Child Development, Inc.
– $13,574 Raised through Employee Contributions and Fundraising

Leadership for the 2016 Campaign:
– Tamaqua Area Campaign Chairperson
– Denise Ressler, SUW Board of Directors and Susquehanna Bank
– General Campaign Chairperson
– Dr. Kelly Austin, SUW Board of Directors and Chancellor of Penn State Schuylkill

Thank you for your hard work this year!

Sincerely,

Kelly Malone, Terri Conville , Michelle Halabura
Schuylkill United Way Staff.

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