2005 Gubernatorial Proclamation: United Way Months

WHEREAS, the State of Wisconsin desires that all of its citizens enjoy a high quality of life; and

WHEREAS, the provision of health and social services necessary to achieve a desired quality of life requires a cooperative effort between public and private providers of these services; and

WHEREAS, United Ways invest in and activate the resources to make the greatest possible impact in communities across Wisconsin; and

WHEREAS, United Ways mobilize thousands of volunteers dedicated to improving lives in Wisconsin communities; and

WHEREAS, Wisconsin citizens generously contributed over $94 million to United Way during 2004, investing in programs and services to help address their communities’ most critical issues; and

WHEREAS, these programs helped children and youth succeed, strengthen and support families, promote self-sufficiency, build safe neighborhoods and support vulnerable and aging populations; and

WHEREAS, it is important that United Ways continue to be successful in strengthening partnerships, building consensus and leveraging resources, thereby mobilizing the caring power of communities;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JAMES DOYLE, in support of the United Way movement, hereby declare the months of September and October, 2005 United Way Months in the state of Wisconsin, and urge Wisconsin citizens to contribute generously through the United Way.

SAMPLE

Governor James Doyle recently designated the months of September and October, 2005, as United Way Months in Wisconsin, in recognition of the start of fall campaigns by United Ways throughout the state.

The proclamation highlights the need for United Ways in Wisconsin to continue to be successful in mobilizing the caring power of communities to meet the needs of Wisconsin citizens. United Ways, based in communities throughout Wisconsin, work to measurably improve lives and build stronger, healthier communities. Through annual fund-raising drives they are able to invest in programs and services to help address their communities’ most critical issues. Their efforts include helping children and youth succeed, strengthening and supporting families, promoting self-sufficiency, building safe neighborhoods and supporting vulnerable and aging populations. In 2004, Wisconsin's United Ways, serving as the primary source of private funds, collectively raised over 94 million dollars to support human services.

Last year the [Name of local United Way] raised $______________ and provided funds to [Number of Agencies/programs]. This year the [Name of local United Way] has set a campaign goal of $_______________ and will start fund raising efforts on [Date of Kickoff]. The head of this year’s campaign, [Name], urges everyone to become involved. Interested persons should call [Name of Contact] at [Telephone number].