Summer Recreation

Summer recreation has had another great season. Most leagues are finishing up and/or starting tournaments. The United Way is a partner with all of the area leagues. This year 1,225 are youths particiapted in these programs. What a great way to develop character and teamwork in the children of our community. They are the leaders of tomorrow! To check all of the pictures, click on the link below.

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Do you have an executive to loan?

This upcoming campaign is going to be a record setting one! The traditional campaign has been good. However, what's the saying? Do what you done and you'll get the same results. Well this year we're going to think outside of the box and try some different things. But... I need your help! I'm looking for companies who would be willing to loan me an employee to help us with the campaign. Beggars can't be choosers, so we will be greatful for any help we can get! For an example....ideally it would be great to have an individual to help with the 12 week campaign. I realize that may not be feasible. But could you spare someone one day a week?

Depending on the individual, they could be helping assemble campaign packets, making follow up phone calls, or even helping me go door to door inviting businesses to contribute to this record breaking campaign. And of course, I'm always open to new ideas.

Have I peaked your interest? Please give me a call and we'll set up a time to talk. Together, we can make a difference!

May Volunteer of the Month

Jim Bresciani, who volunteers for the Boy Scouts of America, has been named the United Way of Coshocton County Volunteer of the Month for May.

Bresciani has been involved in the Scouting programs as a volunteer since 1996, starting as a Den Leader in Cub Scout Pack 402, chartered by Grace United Methodist Church, and has been their Cubmaster for the past 7 years. Boy Scout Troop 402, also chartered by Grace United Methodist Church, has received Jim’s services as an Assistant Scoutmaster for the past 7 years as well. During the past 9 years, he has been the Pack’s “Popcorn Kernel” or “Co-Kernel” for the annual popcorn sale, which has sold over $60,000 in popcorn. The money that the Pack earns goes directly to offering the boys a fantastic program at an affordable price. On a regional level, which consists of 2 ½ counties, Jim has coordinated the Pinewood Derby, Scavenger Hunt, and the Canal Days Parade. In January of 2007, Mr. Bresciani was presented with the “Cubmaster of the Year Award,” which goes to the volunteer who offers the most challenging and rewarding program to the youth of his or her Pack.
“Bresciani has been a vital part to the growth of Scouting and tomorrow’s leaders in Coshocton County. He is someone who donates his time and skills, all for the youth of the community, states Jeff Wickerham, Scouting District Executive.
In addition to scouting, Bresciani has been a blood donor for the American Red Cross, served on the Coshocton City School Levy Committee, coached his sons in soccer, baseball, wrestling, football and basketball for the past 10 years, and has volunteered his time at Echoing Hills and the Adopt a Highway program.
Bresciani wouldn’t be where he is today without his wife of 22 years, Carolyn, and his 3 sons, Jordan, Jacob, and Jeremy. Carolyn has been involved the past 7 years with Pack 402, and his boys are all members of the Boy Scouts of America in Pack and Troop 402.
The Muskingum Valley Council is a United Way Agency providing services to 3,000 youth in 7 ½ counties in central and southeastern Ohio. If interested in becoming a member of the Boy Scouts of America, contact the Muskingum Valley Council at 1-800-934-2128.

Community Matters

We have created this blog in order to continually update our community about the constant impact Coshocton County sees from the United Way. We will use this forum to share photos, stories, and ideas from our 20 fantastic United Way agencies!

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