Effingham, IL / Effingham Radio
Effingham, IL -(Effingham Radio)- United Way of Effingham County typically announces the Spirit of Caring Awards at the Annual Meeting recognizing an Outstanding Organization, Outstanding Volunteer and Outstanding Board Member. However, due to the global pandemic, the United Way Annual Meeting was not held this year. United Way of Effingham County is proud to thank and honor this year’s Spirit of Caring award winners:
Outstanding Organization – Koerner Distributor, Inc.
Koerner Distributor, Inc. has always been a supporter of United Way of Effingham County. Their first campaign was held in 2002 and has grown throughout the years with their most recent campaign raising over $15,500. They also conduct the Barstool Golf fundraiser event with proceeds going to United Way. Their first event was held in 2011 and has grown throughout the years, raising $15,000 at the event. In addition, they donate to various United Way events, hav
Effingham, IL / Effingham Radio
Jan 21, 2021 11:22 AM
Effingham, IL -(Effingham Radio)- Kayla Duncan and employees from West & Company presented a check to Linda Hemmen and Michelle Gillespie from United Way of Effingham County.
Donations raised through their employee and corporate campaign raised a total of $3,820 for the 2020 campaign. This was a 27% increase from last year.
20 local Partner Agencies receive funding from the United Way of Effingham County campaign.
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