WELCOME Grand Valley State University United Way Campaign 2016 Captains Training Campaign Dates: Oct 3 – Oct 14

GVSU Strategic Plan 2016 – 2021 “We are the community’s university.” – President Haas Values: Grand Valley State University values its connections to, participation with, and responsibility to local communities, West Michigan, the state, the nation, and the world. Outcomes: Grand Valley has mutually beneficial relationships, partners, collaborations, and connections with local, state, national, and world communities.

IN 2015, BECAUSE OF GVSU’S $174,000 CAMPAIGN… WHAT MIGHT WE ACCOMPLISH TOGETHER IN 2016? 280 children could attend after-school academic support programs 340 people received job skill training to find stable employment 1,364 people attended programs to reduce or eliminate abuse, neglect and violence 3,744 people received assistance through food pantries, meals on wheels, and food programs

GVSU + UNITED WAY PARTNERSHIPS GVSU Psychology Department

GVSU + UNITED WAY PARTNERSHIPS GVSU Psychology Department GVSU Community Service Learning Center

GVSU + UNITED WAY PARTNERSHIPS GVSU Psychology Department GVSU Community Service Learning Center GVSU Biomedical Sciences Department

GVSU + UNITED WAY PARTNERSHIPS GVSU Psychology Department GVSU Community Service Learning Center GVSU Biomedical Sciences Department Promise Partners Mentoring Program Hispanic Center (lead), Cook Arts Center, the Cook Library Center, and Ferris State University GVSU Office of Multicultural Affairs

GVSU + SCHOOLS OF HOPE GVSU On Campus Training Dates: Oct. 5 from 3-5 pm, Kirkhof Center, Rm #1142 Oct. 13 from 3-5 pm, DeVos, Rm #502C Register online:

GVSU + UNITED WAY PARTNERSHIPS Region III Transition Program, serving young adults with mild to moderate cognitive impairment “One of the highlights of our year has been to assist with the United Way project via GVSU. Our students love the challenge, to be able to spend time on campus, and to truly feel like they are helping someone else out.” -Bryant Domina

EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS Employee Contributions  Pledge Form  Cash  Check made out to United Way  Credit Card Payments  Debit Card

ELLEN CARPENTER Vice President, Marketing + Volunteer Engagement Heart of West Michigan United Way

FAMILY STABILITY HWMUW Family Stability

WHY UNITED WAY? WE BELIEVE EVERYONE DESERVES: A hand-up to meet their critical needs- especially in a crisis. Education for all children: specifically STEM for middle school youth. The ability to financially support themselves and their family.

UNITED WAY IS FOCUSED ON A.L.I.C.E. The working population struggling to afford basic needs. Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed The future success of our communities is directly tied to the financial stability of ALICE households. When ALICE suffers and is forced to make difficult choices, we all face serious consequences.

35,038 households 15% 54,446 households 24% Kent County Ottawa County Muskegon County 9% 9,002 households 20% 12,772 households 34% 23,859 households 23% 14,767 households 39% 43% 25% Total ALICE Families WHO IS A.L.I.C.E.?

16 UNITED WAY’S FOCUS Family Stability A Hand-up Housing – Emergency/affordable Mental Health Food Security Family Crisis Financial Security Economic opportunities Job Training/Placement Transportation Workforce Development Services Internships/Apprenticeships Youth Education Helping Youth Succeed 7 th Grade Science 8 th Grade Math Middle School STEM

MORE THAN ONE AGENCY HELPS A FAMILY

TABLE DISCUSSION Running a successful campaign for your department Why do you give your time and/or resources to United Way? What questions do you anticipate from your colleagues and how might you answer these? How do you make it fun?

HELP IS ALWAYS NEAR Forum/GVNow articles Website: Contact anyone on the team! 2016 Campaign Team Ruth Stegeman - Co-chair Lindsay Ellis - Co-chair Brian Van Doeselaar - Treasurer Cheryl Kotecki- Administrative Coordinator Nate Hoekstra - Communications Michelle Holstege – Committee member Chelsea Wojes – United Way Liaison

CAPTAINS THANK YOU BREAKFAST With President Haas! Tuesday, December 6 at 8 a.m Kirkhof Center, Allendale Campus

THANK YOU!