More than 1,000 United Way supporters cheered the good news during a Victory Luncheon at the city s Hyatt Regency Crown Center Hotel November 16. Campaign leaders were all smiles as they unveiled the exciting results.
Local charities are the undisputed winners.
Emceed by Oldies 95 on-air personality Teri Wilder, the meeting included reports from business leaders and other area United Ways, celebrating the conclusion of a successful year 2000 fundraising campaign. The founder of Fred Pryor Seminars says the reason he and his wife Shirley decided to make the gift was simple. During our life, many people have offered help and support along the way. Now it s our turn. We want to encourage philanthropy and build a stronger community.