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There are all sorts of reasons to volunteer. Valley of the Sun United Way has some great ones: Helping children and youth succeed, Ending hunger and homelessness, Increasing financial stability for families.
Please send a warm welcome to Jennifer Cranston as she joins Tammy Weinbaum as Co-Chair of the WLC Steering Committee. See how she upholds law and order for her clients while she stands up for kids.
At the beginning of 2014, my friend and I created gratitude jars. Our objective was to remind us that there is always something to be thankful for.
As a professional, Matthew helps his clients invest in their futures; in his personal life he invests himself in the community as a part of Generation United and United Way supporter.
In High School I did everything right, or so I thought. I was a good student with great attendance, but when it came time to graduate, I wasn’t celebrating alongside my classmates. Why?
A self-proclaimed “introvert,” Victoria Williams admits to being inexplicably energized while in the company of like-minded philanthropic women. See how her unique childhood pushed her out of her shell and into the limelight of women’s leadership groups both professionally and as a volunteer.
The mantra “think globally, act locally” is a fact of life for Generation United Member, Erika Moore. She leads an active life built upon service and adventure – two key themes that help this busy nonprofit professional come to life – all in an effort to improve herself and our community. Erika’s enthusiasm is contagious, catch her fever:
I’ll never forget that day in August four years ago. It was my first volunteer experience and it changed my perception of reality and shaped my life into what it is today: all about connecting through service with Generation United.
It’s true. People who volunteer often say they give back and make a positive change for the less fortunate. And most are telling the truth, but maybe not the entire truth. We do things that make us feel good; about what we’re giving and the impact we can make. However, my journey didn’t start that way.
Don’t let Chelsea’s serious IT career fool you. This WLC member has got a seriously fun side too. Learn what she loves about WLC and what drives her.
