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October 4, 2012
'Read to Succeed' kids sent notes of thanks to News 18
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) - WLFI is pleased to be a part of United Way’s “Read to Succeed” program, dedicated to helping children in Greater Lafayette... Read More>>
October 17, 2012
Purdue's United Way Campaign to end in November
West Lafayette, Ind. -- Purdue's United Way campaign has reached 76 percent of its $745,000 goal with 24 days left to raise the rest.
The University is contributing to the United Way of Greater Lafayette campaign, which is meant to improve the community by focusing on education, income and health. The goal for the entire campaign is $4.75 million. The 2012 campaign will end Nov. 9, but donations will be accepted through the victory celebration Nov. 15... Read More>>
October 21, 2012
United Way campaign effort at 64% with under a month to go
Lafayette, Ind. -- The United Way of Greater Lafayette is almost two-thirds of the way to meeting its annual goal. However, the man leading the effort this year says they have a lot of ground to make up.
Bill Olds, campaign chairman, says compared to past years, they’re just a little behind where they should be... Read More>>
November 12, 2012
United Way campaign effort ends Thursday
West Lafayette, Ind. -- The United Way of Greater Lafayette is closing in on its $4.75 million fundraising target.
The community-wide effort to help fund 23 nonprofit agencies began earlier this year, but got underway in earnest in mid-September... Read More>>
November 15, 2012
United Way of Greater Lafayette exceeds goal
West Lafayette, Ind. -- The United Way of Greater Lafayette exceeded its annual campaign goal by $2,824. It was aiming for $4.75 million this year.
Campaign Chair Bill Olds says pledges were still coming hours before the announcement... Read More>>
January 23, 2013
Bangert: What's next after Read to Succeed? Defining kindergarten prep
Lafayette, Ind. -- Here’s an educated guess: The fact that you’re cut in enough to get even this far into what a local columnist has to say in today’s J&C says that your toddler isn’t going to have a problem being ready for the first day of kindergarten.
ABCs. Colors. Shapes. Count to 20. Able to write her name. Can speak in complete sentences. Understands two-step directions... Read More>>
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Experiencing poverty in Greater Lafayette
Lafayette, Ind. -- Lafayette area residents can experience what it’s like to live in poverty. A simulation is set for tonight, sponsored by the Northwest Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, and United Way of Greater Lafayette... Read More>>
