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United Way to Kick Off 2003 Campaign and Announce Campaign Goal on August 28, 2003
August 21, 2003 - Midland, TX – United Way of Midland will kick off their 2003 Campaign on August 28th from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Centennial Plaza, 105 N. Main.
2003 Campaign Chair, Jim Byerlotzer will announce this year’s campaign goal and recognize key individuals involved in raising this year’s funds. The program will also include a check presentation from Jose Cuevas, local owner of JumBurrito Restaurants, and a live musical performance by Shane Parker.
“Midlanders have a reputation for being generous. Past campaigns have seen contributions that have enabled United Way to fund programs that help to meet the needs of children, senior citizens, and those affected by disasters,” said Mr. Byerlotzer, 2003 Campaign Chair. “I hope friends, families and neighbors will join us for our kickoff event and I encourage my fellow Midlanders to participate in the 2003 campaign so that United Way can continue to provide effective solutions to community needs.”
This event is free to the public, thanks to the generous event sponsors: Bryan Coleman, ChevronTexaco, Coca-Cola, Henry Petroleum LP, Key Energy, Oxy Permian, Pecos Production Company, and Wells Fargo.
United Way is currently accepting requests for funding from qualified local health and human service program providers. To receive an application for funding, contact Community Investment Division Director, Alice Freidline, at 685-7700.
United Way of Midland assesses the health and human service needs in Midland County and addresses those needs through the raising and distributing of funds to qualified 501(c)(3) health and human service programs. Our mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community.