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• 5K for United Way
  This July, Marshfield Area United Way will be holding the first-ever ‘5K for United Way’ Run/Walk. The run/walk will be on Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Griese Park. Registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. with runners starting at 9:00 a.m. and walkers beginning ten minutes after. The race will be timed and awards will be given to first through third place finishers in six different age groups. (04/12/13)
• Volunteer Reception Center Training - Sign Up Today
  When disaster strikes many organizations are quick to respond. Fire, police, and other emergency services are the first to arrive and provide vital services to help people and communities affected by the disaster. The Red Cross responds to approximately 70,000 disasters in the United States every year, ranging from home fires that affect a single family to hurricanes that affect tens of thousands, to earthquakes that impact millions. In these events, the Red Cross provides shelter, food, health and mental health services to help families and entire communities get back on their feet. (02/04/13)
• Grant Funds Available in Jackson County
  Marshfield Area United Way is currently accepting grant applications from Jackson County. Four-thousand dollars in grant funds is available for distribution. The deadline for submitting grant proposals is Friday, February 1, 2013. (01/02/13)
• Tax Preparation Assistance Available
  Marshfield-Starting this February, volunteers will again provide free tax preparation services to individuals with a gross income under $58,000. Volunteers will prepare Homestead Credit and State and Federal taxes by appointment only, please no walk-ins. (01/02/13)
• Nystroms to Lead 2012 United Way Campaign
  Marshfield Area United Way is committed to improving the quality of life in the Marshfield area by focusing on the areas of education, financial stability, and health and basic needs. Every year, Marshfield Area United Way raises funds to support lo¬cal programs and organizations, as well as, internal initiatives that address our most vital human service needs. As part of this process, United Way recruits people who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. (05/18/12)
• Pat Anderson Awarded Employee Campaign Coordinator of the Year
  Employee Campaign Coordinators are individuals who volunteer to organize their company’s United Way campaign and are the backbone of United Way’s annual campaign. Without their hard work, time and dedication, Marshfield Area United Way’s campaign could not succeed. So, a couple of years ago Marshfield Area United Way decided there needed to be a way to recognize their committed work. Thus, the Employee Campaign Coordinator of the Year Award was created. (03/07/12)
• UW-Marshfield/Wood County Recognized as 2011 Large Business Campaign of the Year
  The UW-Marshfield/Wood County was recently recognized by Marshfield Area United Way as the 2011 Large Business Campaign of the Year. All businesses that run a United Way campaign with 76+ employees are considered for the annual award. There are several criteria that are taken into account when choosing the Campaign of the Year award including: the amount of funds raised, if there has been an increase in giving, and if the business went above and beyond with activities and events to raise money for their campaign. This is the first time that the University has won the award. (02/13/12)
• Lynn Haefer Named 2011 Volunteer of the Year
  Marshfield Area United Way utilizes many volunteers throughout the year and during the community campaign. The Volunteer of the Year award was established to honor a volunteer who has gone above and beyond the call of duty and service for the Marshfield Area United Way. This year, Lynn Haefer, of ODC (Opportunity Development Center), was awarded this deserving honor. (02/09/12)
• Heritage Bank Awarded Small Business Campaign of the Year
  Marshfield-- Marshfield Area United Way recently presented Heritage Bank with the Small Business Campaign of the Year award. Companies that run a United Way campaign with eight to twenty-five employees are considered for the award each year. The Campaign of the Year is awarded based on the amount of funds raised, if there has been an increase in giving, and if the business went above and beyond with activities and events to raise money for their campaign. This is the fourth year in a row that Heritage Bank has been selected to receive the award. (01/25/12)
• United Way Reaches Goal
  Marshfield Area United Way today announces that its 2011 Campaign goal of $910,000 has been reached. The 2011 campaign total is $914,125 which is $34,125 more than what was raised last year. Marshfield Area United Way would to thank all those who generously contributed and also those who gave their time to this year’s campaign. (01/11/12)
• United Way Accepting Funding Applications
  Marshfield Area United Way is now accepting applications for any programs interested in applying for United Way funding. Applications will be considered for 2013 funding. (01/05/12)
• Get Your Taxes Prepared For Free
  Free tax preparation assistance is available again this year for individuals 18 years-old and older with an annual income less than $58,000. The free tax preparation service is available for personal income taxes only. Business income, farm income, rental income, and health savings accounts deductions do not qualify. (01/04/12)