For immediate release April 11, 2007
CONTACTS: Tod McKay, Vice President Communications
United Way of Treasure Valley
336-1070 ext. 109,
tmckay@unitedwaytv.org
United Way of Treasure Valley announces nearly $2 million in grants
Boise, Idaho – United Way of Treasure Valley announced nearly $2 million in grant awards this morning to Treasure Valley non-profit organizations. More than 35 local agencies will receive United Way funding this year to support 57 programs that improve lives in our community. United Way made the announcement at its 79th Annual Meeting.
Grants were awarded in three focus areas supporting youth, health and families. More than 75 different programs applied for funding, many of them for the first time. In fact, nearly a third of all the programs this year had never applied for United Way funds in the past. Grant sizes range from $1,900 to $164,000.
United Way uses an open, competitive process in awarding its Community Safety Net grants. At the heart of the process are more than 70 community volunteers who review each program application and do on-site examinations before making their funding recommendations.
“The process of selecting and awarding funds to organizations making a difference in our community is volunteer driven,” said Sally Zive, president and CEO of United Way of Treasure Valley. “This year, volunteers who represent every walk of life, reviewed more than 75 program applications, spent 57 hours at agency site visits and 19 hours listening to presentations. Our committed volunteers ensure a fair and trustworthy system that distributes funds to programs making the greatest impact in the Treasure Valley.”
2007-08 United Way grants were awarded in the following three impact areas:
Youth - Tomorrow’s Leaders: $666,118
Helping youth reach their full potential through school readiness activities, quality programs outside of school hours and positive mentoring relationships. Through our community investments, United Way will:
- Ensure 156 children arrive at school ready for success
- Provide 2,672 youth a quality program outside school hours
- Help 85 youth develop positive mentoring relationships with adults
Health – In Good Health: $333,862
Improving access to quality, affordable health and dental care and helping people live drug free. Through our community investments, United Way will:
- Help 1,883 people access quality, affordable health and dental care and substance abuse recovery services.
Families – Safe & Sound Families: $852,000
Helping families become financially self-sufficient, independent and safe. Through our community investments, United Way will:
- Help 3,581 individuals become financially self-sufficient
- Ensure 1,662 individuals are able to live safe and free from violence and abuse
- Assist 2,483 seniors and people with disabilities to live independently and safely
Thanks to United Way of Treasure Valley’s Corporate Champions program, which underwrites our administrative cost, 100% of all individual donations go to help people right here in our community who need it most.
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