Message From Campaign Chair

As we near Christmas, I am always struck by the outpouring of generosity toward people in need. Volunteers serve holiday meals. Gifts are purchased to help others have a happy holiday. Our community pulls together in a million different ways. This is also the time when we near the end of our annual campaign. Thanks to your support of United Way, our various partner agencies are able to provide needed services all 12 months of the year. In June our campaign volunteers are signing up for service. In July and August they receive training and organize the campaign. September through December they are out every day holding rallies and doing the hard work of bringing in the dollars. And then the cycle repeats.

United Way volunteers and donors are not just “seasonal” givers. They give from the heart, usually with every paycheck and typically year-round. I am very proud to be associated with people who understand that meeting the needs of our community is a year-round effort. And, thanks for what you are doing to make this year’s campaign a success!

Fred Slunecka, Avera Health
2012 Volunteer Campaign Chair

Thank You Event Awards

Larry Oppold Memorial Award – for a human services professional for outstanding dedication to his or her work. Nomination Form

Helen E. (Oppold) Blair Memorial Award – to be presented to an individual whose work toward child abuse prevention and early intervention is exemplary. Nomination Form

Volunteer of the Year Award – given to a volunteer who selflessly and generously gives his or her time and talents to help fulfill the mission of Sioux Empire United Way. 
Nomination Form

Heart Club Philanthropist Award – given to a Heart Club Member who has demonstrated active involvement and encouraged others to contribute. Nomination Form

Business of the Year Award – presented to a company that has greatly benefited Sioux Empire United Way through its generosity and/or its employees’ involvement. Includes three categories: 1-100 employees, 101-500 employees, and 500 (or more) employees. Nomination Form.

Rich Garry Rookie of the Year Award – presented to a first-time Sioux Empire United Way volunteer who has made a tremendous impact in his or her role. Nomination Form

David Birkeland Memorial Award – given to the business or professional leader who most exemplifies David Birkeland's involvement in United Way and our community.
Nomination Form

Nominations will be accepted through 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11.