United Way of Butte and Glenn Counties, California

Bowl-A-Thon October 28, 2006

It's time for the United Way Bowl-A-Thon and we're hoping you will participate. The Bowl-A-Thon raises over $20,000 to provide funding for essential services that are provided to our community. This year we hope to set a new fundraising record by having more teams participate and that is where we need your help.

The Bowl-A-Thon will be held on Saturday October 28th, National Make a Difference Day, at two different locations: AMF Orchard Lanes in Chico and at the Orland Bowl. Teams of 5 can choose to bowl a morning session at 9:30 a.m. in Chico or they can bowl during either a morning session at 9:30 a.m or an afternoon session at 1:00 p.m in Orland. For more information contact Jay Coughlin at 342-7898xt 201. For more information and downloadable registration/pledge forms, please visit our website.

November 4th is The Boy Scouts of America's Annual Canned Food Drive

All canned food goes to benefit The Catholic Ladies Relief Society. The Boy Scouts will be going door to door November 4 and asking for donations. If they miss you, please take your unexpired canned or packaged food donations to Our Divine Savior on Lassen on November 4. Donations can be accepted from 10 am to 3 pm. Our Divine Savior Catholic Church is at 566 E Lassen Ave., in Chico.

Upcoming Events
October 1st – United Way Coats 4 Kids Program kicks off.
October 20 – 3rd Annual Evening with Catalyst at the Lakeside Pavillion. 5:30-8:30, $25/person.
October 25 – North Valley Community Foundation forum on planned giving at the Sierra Nevada Big Room. 9am - 4pm, $25/person.
October 27 – Do It Leisure Halloween Dance in Oroville. Call 343-6055 to volunteer.
October 28 – United Way Bowl-A-Thon & National Make a Difference Day.
November 1 – Northern Valley Catholic Social Services Adopt-a-Family Program for Christmas kicks off (through December 10).
November 4 – Boy Scouts Canned Food Drive benefitting Catholic Ladies Relief Society.
November 18 – Festival of Giving at the Chico Mall. Call 342-7898 x201 for tickets.
November 22 – Azad's Martial Arts Thanksgiving Basket Brigade. Call 896-0777 to donate or volunteer.

Welcome to the first edition of the United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties E-News Updates! We'll be sending out this monthly E-News to keep you posted of what's happening with your local United Way as well as let you know the latest with our Local Partners.

The United Way Campaign Kick-off a Huge Success!
We ate, we drank, we enjoyed the sounds of the Rolling Blackouts Review, and then we savored delicious dippables in a chocolate fountain. It was awesome! Did I mention the chocolate fountain?

We'd like to thank Sierra Nevada, all of our wonderful donors, and our fantastic volunteers for putting together such a great night — we'll be counting the days until next year when we can do it all again!

Miracles Happen: The Catholic Ladies Relief Society
The small unassuming sign in the window belies a small but mighty organization that serves the homeless and needy of our community. This is the home of the Catholic Ladies Relief Society. Services include emergency food and lodging, assistance with utility bills, and payment for prescription medication. In addition, they provide gasoline vouchers or bus tickets, allowing clients to get to their medical appointments. Staffing includes two part time employees and about 40 volunteers.

The Community Food Locker, established by the Catholic Ladies Relief Society #3, provides emergency food to more than 9,000 people annually. Last year 4,420 childen ate, thanks to this organization. It is staffed by members of the Catholic Ladies Relief Society as well as members of local churches and community volunteers. In addition, almost all of the food is donated. Two major food drives, the Boy Scout drive in November and the National Association of Letter Carrers food drive held in May are major providers of donated food. Many volunteers help to sort donated food and take it to the storage locker.

It is truly miraculous that the Catholic Ladies Relief Society serves so many with so litte. Community donations, the United Way, and the volunteer spirit help to bring about miracles for many families. For more information, contact Joan Costa at (530) 895-8331, or visit the Catholic Ladies Relief Society at 1386 Longfellow Ave., Chico.

October 2006 Edition
United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties Has Moved! 2006 United Way Jet Pull Can't find the office of the United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties? We've moved next door. We're still located at 680 Rio Lindo Avenue, only now we're one door down in suite #50. Come by and say hello! Also new - the United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties has a brand new website! Check it out at LocalUnitedWay.org. We'll keep you posted as to what's going on at your local office, upcoming events, and ways to get in touch with our Local Partners. Your Local United Way is only a Click away! Bowl-A-Thon October 28, 2006 It's time for the United Way Bowl-A-Thon and we're hoping you will participate. The Bowl-A-Thon raises over $20,000 to provide funding for essential services that are provided to our community. This year we hope to set a new fundraising record by having more teams participate and that is where we need your help. The Bowl-A-Thon will be held on Saturday October 28th, National Make a Difference Day, at two different locations: AMF Orchard Lanes in Chico and at the Orland Bowl. Teams of 5 can choose to bowl a morning session at 9:30 a.m. in Chico or they can bowl during either a morning session at 9:30 a.m or an afternoon session at 1:00 p.m in Orland. For more information contact Jay Coughlin at 342-7898xt 201. For more information and downloadable registration/pledge forms, please visit our website. November 4th is The Boy Scouts of America's Annual Canned Food Drive All canned food goes to benefit The Catholic Ladies Relief Society. The Boy Scouts will be going door to door November 4 and asking for donations. If they miss you, please take your unexpired canned or packaged food donations to Our Divine Savior on Lassen on November 4. Donations can be accepted from 10 am to 3 pm. Our Divine Savior Catholic Church is at 566 E Lassen Ave., in Chico. Upcoming Events October 1st – United Way Coats 4 Kids Program kicks off. October 20 – 3rd Annual Evening with Catalyst at the Lakeside Pavillion. 5:30-8:30, $25/person. October 25 – North Valley Community Foundation forum on planned giving at the Sierra Nevada Big Room. 9am - 4pm, $25/person. October 27 – Do It Leisure Halloween Dance in Oroville. Call 343-6055 to volunteer. October 28 – United Way Bowl-A-Thon & National Make a Difference Day. November 1 – Northern Valley Catholic Social Services Adopt-a-Family Program for Christmas kicks off (through December 10). November 4 – Boy Scouts Canned Food Drive benefitting Catholic Ladies Relief Society. November 18 – Festival of Giving at the Chico Mall. Call 342-7898 x201 for tickets. November 22 – Azad's Martial Arts Thanksgiving Basket Brigade. Call 896-0777 to donate or volunteer. Welcome to the first edition of the United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties E-News Updates! We'll be sending out this monthly E-News to keep you posted of what's happening with your local United Way as well as let you know the latest with our Local Partners. The United Way Campaign Kick-off a Huge Success! We ate, we drank, we enjoyed the sounds of the Rolling Blackouts Review, and then we savored delicious dippables in a chocolate fountain. It was awesome! Did I mention the chocolate fountain? We'd like to thank Sierra Nevada, all of our wonderful donors, and our fantastic volunteers for putting together such a great night — we'll be counting the days until next year when we can do it all again! Miracles Happen: The Catholic Ladies Relief Society The small unassuming sign in the window belies a small but mighty organization that serves the homeless and needy of our community. This is the home of the Catholic Ladies Relief Society. Services include emergency food and lodging, assistance with utility bills, and payment for prescription medication. In addition, they provide gasoline vouchers or bus tickets, allowing clients to get to their medical appointments. Staffing includes two part time employees and about 40 volunteers. The Community Food Locker, established by the Catholic Ladies Relief Society #3, provides emergency food to more than 9,000 people annually. Last year 4,420 childen ate, thanks to this organization. It is staffed by members of the Catholic Ladies Relief Society as well as members of local churches and community volunteers. In addition, almost all of the food is donated. Two major food drives, the Boy Scout drive in November and the National Association of Letter Carrers food drive held in May are major providers of donated food. Many volunteers help to sort donated food and take it to the storage locker. It is truly miraculous that the Catholic Ladies Relief Society serves so many with so litte. Community donations, the United Way, and the volunteer spirit help to bring about miracles for many families. For more information, contact Joan Costa at (530) 895-8331, or visit the Catholic Ladies Relief Society at 1386 Longfellow Ave., Chico.
United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties 680 Rio Lindo Ave., Suite #50, Chico, California 95926 — Tel: (530) 342-7898

United Way of Butte & Glenn Counties Has Moved!