Spell out the Needs of the Many

A Little Inspiration - 10/18

As I arrived at Lakeside this morning, I heard the familiar sounds of honking – only it was in the sky and not at Cumberland Farms. Looking up, I witnessed what can only be termed a true sign of the season – the geese flying over were trying to spell out the word “GIVE” but there were only enough of them to form a “V.”

Of course, since I’m co-chairing the United Way Campaign at Champlain again this year, it immediately reminded me of the need for everyone to pitch in and help – whether as an advocate, a volunteer or a supporter. Ideally, we are all able to do a little of all three over the course of a year. If everyone contributes, we can accomplish so much more together.

So right now, it would be great if you could help us buy a few more letters and “GIVE” to United Way – either with a one-time gift or by signing up for payroll deduction.

By now you should have received a pledge card in your mailbox or figured out that you can easily download one from the Campaign blog. http://champlainunitedway.blogspot.com/

Champlain College has what feels like an ambitious goal this year – raising $35,000 and reaching the 53% participation mark.

Both are significantly up from last year’s accomplishments – which is the “Champlain Way.” We are about halfway there (you can get the full details at the Blog http://champlainunitedway.blogspot.com/ )

Please turn in your pledge card by Wednesday at 5 p.m. and you will be entered to win a brand-new Kennedy-style rocker, donated by Spruce Mortgage or have a framed 12x18 Vermont scenic photo by Steve Mease hanging on your wall. Send it to Julie Richards, 322 Perry or to Steve Mease Box 5 in Marketing at Lakeside.

The migrating geese this morning also served as a stark reminder that winter is on the way – a cold, hard winter for those in need of help. You can make a difference with your gift to United Way. Your gift will help advance the common good and help United Way member agencies support services in the areas of Education, Income and Health – the basic building blocks for a good quality of life for everyone.

Your gift is the one that can make a difference to someone in need.