United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut 2012 Annual Report

TWO SIMPLE WORDS.ONE BIG PICTURE.

2012 COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT

A PASSIONATE VISION.United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is advancing

the common good in our region by providing help today in ways

that strengthen tomorrow.

Our work ensures that children are ready to learn when they

enter school, stay engaged in learning and graduate able to

compete, and are nurtured by families that have the financial

independence to support both their basic needs and future success.

No other single organization has the scope, expertise and

influence to bring together hundreds of human services

agencies, government, businesses, private foundations

and dedicated volunteers around a common vision of

creating positive change to achieve long-lasting results.

The quotes you’ll see in this Report come from community

conversations with people across our region who all

share this passion for advancing the common good.

Table of Contents: The Big Picture 2 – 7

Letter from the Board Chair 8 – 9

Community Results 10 – 11

Investment Highlights 12 – 15

Financials 16 – 17

Committees 18 – 21

Double the number of young children who meet key developmental milestones from 950 to 1,900.

Double the number of youth who improve academically from 2,300 to 4,600.

Increase by 1,500 the number of households that meet the Connecticut Self-Sufficiency Standard.

Provide a safety net of health and human services for everyone who may require assistance.

In 2009, we adopted these five-year goals:

A BOLD STRATEGY.A dynamic year-round movement, today’s United Way is

focused on advancing the common good in our communities.

Our community strategies to advance the common good are:

EDUCATION: When our children are ready for kindergarten

and stay on track to graduation, they are better prepared for

the future and contributing to our communities.

INCOME: When families have the tools to be financially

independent, neighborhoods become stronger, our schools

improve, and our businesses prosper.

SAFETY NET: When our needs are met, we are healthier,

more financially stable, our kids do better in school,

and our communities thrive.

We invite you to read the 2012 Community Impact Report

and see how your contributions to United Way Community

Investment are building a measurably stronger, more vibrant

community right now; and how our shared vision and strategy

are leading to an even better tomorrow. For all of us.

That’s what it truly means to LIVE UNITED.

EDUCATION:

IN 2012 , with the

support of United Way

Community Investment:

80 percentof over 5,800 youth in our 40-town region improved skills needed for academic success, such as study skills.

2012 COMMUNITY REPORTSIMPLE WORDS. BIG PICTURE.2

Education is the cornerstone of individual and community success.

United Way’s strategic emphasis on education reflects our common

vision of success for our children and addresses the conditions that

have a critical impact on advancing the common good. Currently:

• 6,500 children who enter kindergarten in Connecticut each year have never

attended pre-school.

• In 12 of Connecticut’s poorest districts, 3,547 third graders are “below basic”

in their reading skills.

• Children who are not reading on grade-level by third grade are more likely

not to graduate from high school on time.

BRIGHTENING OUR FUTURE–ONE MIND AT A TIME.

Read more about EDUCATION

initiatives on page 12.

87 percent of kidsenrolled in early childhood education programs gained skills needed to succeed in kindergarten.

Nearly 4 out of 5of over 3,700 youth improved their academic performance as a result of participation in after-school programs.

You can make a difference to

someone in the community.

Learn more by visiting:

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Changing A Life in an Hour

Through the Volunteer Readers Program,

volunteers provide one-to-one assistance

to children one hour a week. Children who

participate in this program are gaining

vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Become a volunteer reader at

www.unitedwayinc.org/volunteerreaders

Transforming Schools into Community Hubs

Turning neighborhood schools into Community Schools brings essential resources and services to

the neighborhood, including educational, cultural, health and social services. The integrated focus

on academics, services, supports and opportunities leads to improved student learning, stronger

families, and healthier communities. Read more on page 12.

Conquering Summer Learning Loss

Smalley Academy Summer Extended

Year Initiative in New Britain provides

summer learning programs for

children to keep them on track

for success. In 2012, the program

showed an average 3 percent

increase in reading scores.

IN 2012 , with the

support of United Way

Community Investment:

Nearly 2 out of 3of over 1,300 people in financial literacy programs gained skills, such as money management, how to stick to a budget and establish or repair credit.


INCOME:When families have the tools to be financially independent, they are able to concentrate

on the important things in life – getting access to quality education and leading healthy

lifestyles. With this, neighborhoods and communities become stronger and our

businesses have a better skilled workforce. That’s why our focus on Income is the key

to a sustainable change strategy that addresses real community conditions such as:

• 1 in 6 Americans struggle to put food on the table.

• 1 in 5 families in Connecticut don’t have the money to cover basic living expenses.

• The IRS estimates that 15 to 20 percent of eligible taxpayers in the U.S. do not claim the Earned Income

Tax Credit that can return on average up to $2,181 to a family earning less than $50,000/year.

STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY –ONE FAMILY AT A TIME.

Enfield Lunch Bunchsummer program served 2,887 lunches to an average of 65 children a day; a 36 percent increase from 2011.

87% of over 2,000people improved career skills through training on computers, customer service, critical thinking and communication.




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Putting Money in People’s Pockets is Priceless

Last year, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers served more than 9,400 taxpayers in United

Way’s 40-town region, resulting in $22.6 million in refunds and credits to working families, including $8.7

million in federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC).

Read more about INCOME

initiatives on page 13.

Empowering Individuals

to Be Successful

The Workforce Solutions

Collaborative of Metro Hartford

engages 48 employers in the

energy/utilities, healthcare,

and manufacturing sectors,

assisting them with finding

qualified job candidates and

helping advance current

employee skills. To date, 118

job seekers and 1,053 current

employees have received training

to advance their careers.

Saving Family Dollars,

Creating Healthy Lifestyles

The Supplemental Nutrition

Assistance Program (SNAP) served

over 900 households and provided

phone referral services to hundreds

more. By 2014 the program will

reach four times the number of

eligible households as in 2011.


PUTTING THE CARING POWER OF WOMEN INTO ACTION

Women throughout our region are standing up and taking action through United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) to bring meaningful, lasting change to our community.

The WLC focuses on helping families learn to manage their finances so they no longer feel they are walking a financial tightrope. Currently, the WLC’s strategy is to work through community schools where families have easy access to basic financial skills workshops, one-on-one financial coaching, and a privately matched savings account program that teaches them how to save money and improve their personal finances.

Throughout the year, WLC also hosts exciting events to raise awareness, volunteers and donations to help fund these programs. The highlight of the year is the Power of Purse that in 2012 featured nationally renowned financial expert, Donna Rosato, and raised over $100,000. Bank of America also presented a generous gift of $65,000 at the event to support the WLC’s important work.

Networking events, such as the WLC’s second anniversary celebration held in October 2012, are held regularly throughout the year. The events feature valuable opportunities for women to share their expertise and passion for family financial independence with one another.

To learn more, visit: www.unitedwayinc.org/womensleadershipcouncil

(TOP LEFT) WLC’s Second Anniversary – (L to R): Meghan O’Brien Lacher, Travelers, co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Council, Karmela K. Malone, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., member of the Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee and Kristen Walter, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

(TOP CENTER) Bank of America check presentation to the Women’s Leadership Council at the 2012 Power of the Purse – (L to R): Mayor Pedro Segarra, City of Hartford, Susan B. Dunn, president and CEO of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, Meghan O’Brien Lacher, Travelers, co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Council, Carol Heller, Bank of America and Dean Andrews, Bank of America.

(TOP RIGHT) 2012 Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction – (L to R): Susan B. Dunn, president and CEO of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, Meghan O’Brien Lacher, Travelers, co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Council, Noreen A. Randazzo, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee member, Donna Rosato, senior editor Money Magazine and featured speaker at Power of the Purse, Liz Zlatkus, Francine Christiansen, Christiansen Consulting, Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee member, Peg Lesiak, Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee member and Janet Flagg, VA Connecticut Healthcare System, Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee member.

Last year the WLC established a privately matched savings account to help women learn how to save money.

Since its start in 2010, the WLC has opened two community school-based financial resource centers in Hartford.

YOUNG LEADERS INSPIRE CHILDREN TO SUCCEED

“DO SOMETHING BIG!” Launched on April 5, 2012 with a kick-off event for 150 supporters, United Way’s Emerging Leaders Society is a fast-growing group designed for young professionals who are committed to positive social change in our community.

Credited with cultivating a new generation of contributors, Emerging Leaders inspire leadership in advocacy and philanthropy by offering volunteer, professional development and networking opportunities, which include meeting local Chief Executive Officers, The Society hosted Oktoberfest at Back East Brewery, a Happy Hour and Hockey fundraiser, and networking events at Travelers and Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company in 2012.

This group is driven to improve current community conditions, specifically around helping children succeed academically. Members invest in our youth through volunteer efforts, mentoring and philanthropic giving. Emerging Leaders engage in monthly after-school youth development programs with students from COMPASS Youth Collaborative Inc. at Burns Latino Studies Academy and The Village for Families and Children, Inc. at Alfred E. Burr School in Hartford. Other volunteer events include building birdhouses at a local Boys and Girls Club and sorting produce at Foodshare.

Did you “DO SOMETHING BIG” today? Improve lives by becoming an Emerging Leader with United Way.

To learn more, visit www.unitedwayinc.org/emergingleaders

(TOP LEFT) (L to R) Greg Barats, president and chief executive officer of The Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company with Susan B. Dunn, president and CEO of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut. Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company sponsored a networking event at On Twenty for the Emerging Leaders Society in January 2013.

(TOP CENTER) Emerging Leaders, Karmalia Reid, Lincoln Financial Group (second in on right), and Cathryn Winchester, Aetna Inc. (first on right), volunteering at a Burns Latino Studies Academy after-school event in Hartford on November 15, 2012.

(TOP RIGHT) (L to R): Anthony Shannon, Shipman & Goodwin LLP, Brian Engstrom, Pratt & Whitney, member of the Emerging Leaders Society Steering Committee, Jack Soos, Pratt & Whitney, chair of the Emerging Leaders Society Steering Committee and Keri Engstrom, Hartford HealthCare at United Way Day at Hartford Hawks basketball.

Brightening the wayfor children by funding books for community schools.

Leading by example in their workplaces and community.




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To do this work, we bring together people and organizations with the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. This is what makes us unique, as we work with corporate partners, nonprofits, municipalities and individuals on a shared vision for our community. We do this through giving, advocating and volunteering.

We are fortunate to have great leaders in our community that make this work come to life. One such individual is Eric Daniels of Robinson & Cole LLP. Eric served as our 2012 Community Campaign chair, and under his leadership, together we raised $25,380,000 and engaged the workplace around what matters to us all.

Thanks to Eric’s commitment and that of our volunteers and partners, we can affect change in a way that positions current and future generations for success. That starts with our children. By funding programs and recruiting volunteers so that children

enter kindergarten ready to learn and are able to read to learn by third grade, we set them on a path for future success. By lending our voice and time to the Connecticut Early Childhood Funders Collaborative, we influenced the establishment of the Office of Early Childhood, a first step to providing a comprehensive, collaborative system for delivering improved programs and services to children ages zero to five and their parents.

I am especially proud that for the 2013 tax season, our United Way stepped up to lead the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service. In this role, we recruited nearly 200 volunteer tax preparers to assist working families with preparing their taxes at no cost. In the 2012 tax season this meant that nearly $23 million was returned to 9,400 lower wage earners in tax refunds and credits including the Earned Income Tax Credit.

But the VITA program is just the beginning. Our Women’s Leadership Council works year round with schools and nonprofit partners to offer adult financial education services at two Community Schools in Hartford, specifically at Alfred E. Burr School and the John C. Clark School.


“I want my community to be a place where people feel safe and cared for.”

Letter from the Board Chair

DEAR FRIENDS: Ernest Hemingway once said, “When people talk,

listen completely. Most people never listen.”

I am proud to say, “We are listening.” Through United Way Community

Conversations across our 40-town region, we heard loud and clearly

that we all want to live in safe communities – with good schools – and

opportunities for jobs so we can more than make ends meet. These

aspirations form a common vision for us to work together to change

community conditions and drive our work to create a better life for all.

Rich C. Harwood, founder, The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation was the featured speaker at the MetroHartford Alliance’s Rising Star Breakfast held on August 21, 2012. United Way has adopted his “turning outward” strategy as we hear from community members in order to change community conditions.

Equally inspiring is a group of energetic young professionals that look to “DO SOMETHING BIG” in our 40 towns. United Way’s Emerging Leaders Society, launched in April 2012, focuses on volunteer activities centered on children.

It has been an honor to serve as board chair at the United Way. I have met some incredible people – staff and volunteers – whose dedication to our community should make us all look forward to a better future. While my term as board chair is ending, you have not seen the last of me; I will continue to advance the common good for all, and I urge you to do the same.

You are essential to our success. We invite you to join the movement. You can give, you can advocate, and you can volunteer. I look forward to our continued work together, because that’s what it means to LIVE UNITED.

Thank you.

Natalie B. Morris, chair

“I want my community to be a place where there is acceptance and respect for diversity.”

Conning continued to advance the common good by celebrating its 100th anniversary with United Way. Employees participated in an agency bus tour, became volunteer readers, SNAP and VITA volunteers, and conducted a book drive for John C. Clark School.

(L-R): Wayne Rawlins, MD, board member, United Way Constitution Society, Lou and Rhoda Obermeier, lead members of the Tocqueville Society, Eric D. Daniels, a partner at Robinson & Cole LLP and 2012 United Way Community Campaign chair, Caroline Dumond, niece of Wayne Rawlins, MD and Janet Flagg, Tocqueville Society members, Rich C. Harwood, founder, The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, Susan B. Dunn, president and CEO of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, and Janet Flagg, also a United Way Women’s Leadership Society Council Steering Committee member, at United Way night at the Rock Cats in August 2012.

(TOP) Jumpstart was held on June 21, 2012. This campaign coordinator training provided all of the necessities to conduct a successful United Way Community Campaign. Over 300 companies participated, including United Technologies Corporation. (LEFT) Kevin Flaherty of Webster Bank received the 2012 Community Service Award, the highest honor United Way bestows on a volunteer, at the 88th Annual Meeting.




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Year-Long Partnerships Deliver Lasting Results We did it! Together we raised nearly $25.4 million as part of last year’s United Way Community Campaign.

Thank you to all the wonderful partners that supported last year’s Community Campaign and those individuals who gave so generously to improve lives and change community conditions. Thousands of corporations, organizations and individuals participated in special events, volunteered for Year of Caring and for our readers program, and made charitable contributions to benefit our community.

Our workplace partners embody what it means to change lives and improve community conditions. Together, we create positive change to achieve long-lasting results for our community.

To celebrate the work of our partners and their contributions to the community, we held our third annual Best Of Awards in February 2013 at the Hartford Marriott Downtown. Organizations and individuals across central and northeastern Connecticut were recognized for their campaign workplace achievements. We were honored to present The Phoenix Companies, Inc. with the highest award, “Spirit of the Campaign,” given to the company whose outstanding service has helped shape a better community for us all.

At Best Of, we learned about the lengths our partners will go to raise funds for United Way, such as “pie your boss in the face” fundraisers, employee costume contests featuring Elvis Presley, chili cook-offs and Hawaiian luaus. On a more serious note, as part of our year-long partnerships, workplaces also participated in bus tours to visit and learn about United Way agencies and what’s being done to better our community. Guest speakers were featured at many workplace meetings where agencies such as ConnectiKids informed employees about how their programs help support education and Human Resource Agency of New Britain, Inc. talked about their services that support family financial independence.

To all of these invaluable constituents who give, advocate and volunteer, and certainly to the many Campaign Coordinators who worked so hard to make the campaign a success, we say Thank You for Living United!

Eric Daniels, chair, 2012 United Way Community Campaign


The United Way Best Of Awards were sponsored by:

All Waste Inc., Jefferson Radiology, Mutual of America, Pratt & Whitney, Robinson & Cole LLP, Travelers, United Technologies Corporation, United Technologies Aerospace Systems, United Technologies Research Center and Webster Bank.

(TOP ROW - LEFT) Eric Daniels, partner at Robinson & Cole LLP and the 2012 United Way Community Campaign chair at the United Way Best Of Awards.

(TOP ROW - CENTER) The Phoenix Companies, Inc. won the Best Of Awards’ “Spirit of the Campaign.” For a complete list of winners and event sponsors visit www.unitedwayinc.org/bestofawards2013.

(TOP ROW - RIGHT) A valued partner with United Way throughout the year, Hartford Hospital and its employees truly LIVE UNITED. In 2012, their energy and creativity earned them the Best Of award for “Campaign Materials.”

(LEFT) Thank you, Northeast Utilities, for providing everyone with the basic needs to succeed. With the fifth largest United Way Community Campaign, Northeast Utilities sponsors the Loaned Executive Program, Year of Caring and has 500 employee volunteers.

How giving was directed in 2012

Community Investment 47%

(Includes contributions to United Way and its interest areas.)

Our Partner Agencies

7%

Other 501(c)(3)s

25%

Other United Ways

6%

Philanthropy Fund

4%

Community Health Charities and Partners

6%

Share distributed through Community Health Charities

5%

Community Investment

Distributed through Community Health Charities

Community Health Charities and Partners

Philantropy Fund

Other United Ways

Other 501(c)(3)s

How Your Community Investment Gifts Were Spent in 2012

Education

36%

Income

21%

Health & Safety Net

43%

Health & Safety Net

Income

Education

Designations to:

2012 United Way Community Investment

When you contribute to United Way Community Investment,

you make real change happen in the 40 towns of central and

northeastern Connecticut. Community Investment dollars are

overseen by United Way volunteers who ensure that your gift

is well spent on the education, income, health and safety net

strategies that lead to sustainable community change today

and in the future. www.unitedwayinc.org/give

LEADERSHIP GIVERS

United Way Constitution Society consists of over 4,500 members who are recognized for their leadership and commitment at these contribution levels:

TOCQUEVILLE SOCIETY – Annual gifts of $10,000 or more

FOUNDERS – Annual gifts of $5,000 to $9,999

FRAMERS – Annual gifts of $2,500 to $4,999

COLLEAGUES – Annual gifts of $1,000 to $2,499

United Way Year of Caring attracted nearly 4,000 volunteers from 50 companies to assist 94 agencies in completing 217 projects in 2012.

The United Technologies Corporation Tocqueville Reception was held in May 2012 at Freshplace in Hartford. (L-R): William Ampofo, United Technologies Corporation, David Parekh, United Technologies Research Center, Peter Gutermann, United Technologies Corporation and 2012 United Technologies Corporation United Way Cabinet Chair and Larry Jones, Pratt & Whitney.




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Hartford Partnership for Student Success

Community Schools Boost Student Achievement

Six years ago, Hartford student achievement was the lowest in the state with only one out of every three graduating from high school. Last year it was two out of every three students.

These significant gains are attributed to the commitment of parents, school and community leaders and an education reform agenda that includes community schools. The Hartford School Community Partnership was formed in 2007 to act as the planning body for the development of Community Schools. Five schools adopted the model with two additional schools being added in the last school year.

Turning neighborhood schools into Community Schools brings essential resources and services to families, integrating supportive health and human services with academic learning. Nationally, it has been demonstrated that Community Schools lead to improved attendance and academic performance.

In the fall of 2012, the leaders of the School Community Partnership decided to replicate Community School practices in other Hartford schools to ensure greater quality and sharing of best practices. The team convened under the name Hartford Partnership for Student Success (HPSS).

HPSS’ expanded agenda also includes participation in Hartford’s Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, complementing the school district’s commitment to early literacy and third grade reading proficiency. The Campaign, led by United Way, is

focusing on early learning, attendance and summer learning. United Way has also partnered with Hartford Public Schools in developing a volunteer reading initiative being piloted in two Community Schools.

Community Schools, the expanded agenda of HPSS, and grade level reading are examples of public/private partnerships that support children and youth on a path to on-time graduation with the skills needed for college or career.

Most recently, HPSS was accepted in to the Coalition for Building After-School Systems, a prestigious national acknowledgment of its focus on quality.

While significant progress has been made, it is not complete until every child and youth succeeds. To find out how you can give, advocate and volunteer for better education, visit www.unitedwayinc.org.

EXTENDING LEARNING DAY IN WINDHAM AREA

Only about 20 percent of a student’s waking hours are spent in school. So while time in the classroom is important, after-school programs can significantly increase students’ engagement in learning and improve academic performance. The need for these programs is especially important in Windham, a school district that currently has some of the lowest Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) scores in the state.

That’s why United Way joined with the Liberty Bank Foundation, American Savings Foundation and the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut and established an innovative funders’ collaborative supporting after-school programs in Windham elementary schools.

The additional support of this collaborative resulted in 50 percent more students having reading tutorials in the elementary schools’ after-school program.

Visit www.unitedway.org/give to make a contribution.

PREVENTING SUMMER LEARNING LOSS IN NEW BRITAIN

United Way partners with the American Savings Foundation, Community Foundation of Greater New Britain and the Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin to support the Smalley Summer Academy Extended Year Initiative in New Britain. This program helps students avoid summer learning loss by gaining or maintaining academic skills by connecting them to Smalley Academy and its learning structure.

In its second year, the initiative had roughly a 50 percent increase in attendance, serving around 140 students.

City of Hartford

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

Hartford Public Schools

United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Hartford Partnership for Student Success Partners

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SNAP – ANTI-HUNGER PROGRAM

LEADS TO HEALTHIER LIVES.

Having sufficient, nutritious food is critical to good health, an essential building block for a strong community. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly called food stamps, offers lower-income adults and families an opportunity to eat healthy food while also providing economic benefits to communities.

United Way is working with Foodshare, a United Way partner, in recruiting and training volunteers to assist individuals in determining if they are eligible for SNAP and in preparing the application. Foodshare has 20 volunteers who complete between 60-100 hours per month providing this service. Last year, volunteers assisted 390 individuals in ten communities in United Way’s service area including communities in the Enfield, Hartford, Manchester and New Britain regions.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It.

This is a call-to-action for working families to boost their overall income by claiming the state and federal credits and refunds they have earned. United Way brings together people with the passion, expertise and resources to assist families in getting ahead financially. Together, we are contributing to a better life for all.

Last year, $2,100 was the average tax return for families receiving free tax preparation assistance at United Way supported Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites. More than 9,400 filers were served by more than 300 IRS-trained volunteers with significant results: $22.6 million was returned to working families, including approximately $8.7 million in federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC). Returns are used to pay bills, support their households and, potentially, save for future needs.

United Way has been involved with VITA for more than 10 years, and is proud to lead the 2013 VITA program with its partners to ensure that working families claim the dollars they’ve earned.

Families with household incomes of up to $50,000 are eligible to have tax returns prepared at VITA sites. Refunds are available in seven to ten days through direct deposit to their personal bank accounts.

Additionally, in partnership with United Way Worldwide and the Walmart Foundation a free, on-line tax filing service for households with incomes up to $57,000 is available at www.myfreetaxes.com/unitedway. Customer service support is provided through a toll-free number.

United Way supports 26 VITA sites through partnerships with community based organizations in Enfield, Hartford, Manchester, New Britain, and Windham region. Individuals may dial 2-1-1, United Way’s free 24-hour helpline, to see if they qualify and to make an appointment. Sites are open during convenient dates and times.

FAMILYWIZE IS PENNY WISE –

SAVE MONEY, STAY HEALTHY.

Our United Way has teamed up with FamilyWize Community Service Partnership, Inc. to provide free prescription discount cards to the public. Locally, residents of Hartford, Tolland and Windham Counties have already saved nearly $2.4 million dollars.

Lowering prescription costs helps to ensure medication is taken as prescribed, with the recommended frequency and dosage. FamilyWize discount cards, which can be shared with family, friends and neighbors, are accepted at 95% of all pharmacies nationwide. Visit www.unitedwayinc.org/familywize

By texting “family” to 700700, neighbors can save up to 75 percent on the prescription medications children, families and individuals need for healthcare purposes.

Bank of America Charitable Foundation

City of Hartford/Opportunities Hartford Initiative

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

Internal Revenue Service

New Alliance Foundation

Walmart Foundation

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and MyFreeTaxes Sponsors

Women’s Leadership Council, United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

















SAVE MONEY, STAY HEALTHY. SAVE MONEY, STAY HEALTHY.

It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It. It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It. It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It. It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It. It’s Your Money. Claim It. Save It. Grow It.

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have peaceful gatherings and respect each other.”

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and initiatives to advance the common and initiatives to advance the common and initiatives to advance the common

good by creating opportunities for good by creating opportunities for good by creating opportunities for

individuals to be financially stable, individuals to be financially stable, individuals to be financially stable,

resulting in a better community for all. resulting in a better community for all. resulting in a better community for all.

You can contribute to Community Investment through your workplace campaign or online at unitedwayinc.org/give.

“I want to live in a community with good schools and safe after-school activities.”

Help Wanted? Collaborative Helps Fill Workforce Needs. Carmen Rosa needed stability in her life. In need of a job with health insurance and benefits, Carmen turned to the classified ads where she came across a temporary position as an assembler at The Ripley Division of Capewell Components LLC, a manufacturer of hand tools in Cromwell and South Windsor. After three months, Carmen was hired full-time assembling hand tools. To advance in wages, however, she needed additional education and training specific to manufacturing.

Capewell Components was able to increase the skills of Carmen and other employees in part through the ADVANCE Training Grant Program supported by Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford .

“I am an eager person. I like to learn everything I can,” says Carmen. “Going through those classes boosted my confidence. I take my responsibilities even more to heart. I try to meet everyone’s standards the best I can. And I’m always asking questions.”

Following the training, Carmen showed more initiative. “When we saw how she was progressing and taking the lead without being asked, we also decided to send her to supervisor training,” said Lois Krause, director of Human Resources at Capewell Components. Carmen was promoted to assembly assistant lead, earning a 7 percent raise and more responsibility. She now assists in supervising a staff of about ten.

Formed in 2008, Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford (WSCMH) brings together employers, educators, government, service providers and philanthropic organizations to:

• Provide lower-income workers with the skills necessary to advance their careers and earn family sustaining wages;

• Increase the number of skilled, qualified job candidates with skills needed by employers; and

• Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce system overall

WSCMH invests in industries with career growth opportunities, including energy/utilities, healthcare and manufacturing.

WSCMH is a regional collaborative of the National Fund for Workforce Solutions and recipient of the Social Innovation Fund award. In addition, WSCMH received national recognition as a finalist in United Way Worldwide’s 2012 Common Good Award, which highlights coalitions creating community-wide change in education, income or health.

For more information, go to www.workforce-solutions.org.

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS COLLABORATIVE REGIONAL PARTNERS

• American Savings Foundation

• Capital Workforce Partners

• Capitol Region Council of Governments

• Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin

• Connecticut Association for Human Services

• Connecticut Business and Industry Association

• Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc.

• Connecticut Council for Philanthropy

• Connecticut Department of Labor (Office for Workforce Competitiveness)

• Connecticut Employment & Training Commission

• Connecticut State Colleges and Universities

• Connecticut Womens’ Education and Legal Fund

• Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

• National Fund for Workforce Solutions

• Nutmeg Foundation

• Prudential Foundation

• United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

• United Way of Connecticut




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(L to R): Judy McBride, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, Maria Sanchez, American Savings Foundation, Katie Rosa, Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford, Kim Oliver, Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford, Nancy Roberts, Nutmeg Foundation/Connecticut Council for Philanthropy, Paula S. Gilberto, United Way of Central and Northeast-ern Connecticut, Sharon O’Meara, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and Alex Johnson, Capital Workforce Partners


AssetsCash and cash equivalents $ 4,426,647 Money market funds 5,882 Pledges receivable, net of estimated uncollectibles 8,242,048 Other receivables 183,739 Investments 14,321,123 Investments held in trust by others 6,054,281 Prepaid expenses and other assets 222,464 Plant and equipment, net 1,993,450

Total assets $ 35,449,634

Liabilities and Net AssetsAccounts payable and accrued expenses $ 891,662 Campaign support due to Community Health Charities 1,880,375 Agency program support payable 8,788,904 Donor designations payable 3,632,688 Grants payable 2,058,973

Total liabilities 17,252,606

Net assetsUnrestricted 10,436,716 Temporarily restricted 464,215 Permanently restricted 7,296,101

Total net assets 18,197,032

Total liabilities and net assets $ 35,449,634

Statement of Financial Position june 30, 2012

United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is committed to financial transparency. To view our recent statements, filings and overhead calculations, visit unitedwayinc.org and click on “Financials.”

“I want my community to be a place where there are activity options for families.”

CAMPAIGN AMOUNTS RAISED $ 26,356,155

Add: Contributions from other United Way campaigns, net of donor designations 439,131

Less: Uncollectible pledges (612,779 ) Community Health Charities’ share of campaign proceeds (2,987,381) Amounts designated by donors (11,341,021)

Net campaign revenue 11,854,105

Other revenue:

Investment income, net of fees of $51,856 358,246 Income from trusts held by others 387,311 Community grants, initiatives and service income 309,101 Administrative fees on amounts raised on behalf of others 276,540 Rental income 126,150 Gifts in kind 216,834 Miscellaneous revenues 598,229

Total other revenue 2,272,411

Total public support and revenue 14,126,516

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT AND PROGRAM SERVICES:

Community support and gross funds distributed 22,978,402

Less: Community Health Charities’ share of campaign proceeds (2,987,381) Amounts designated by donors (11,341,021) Community Investment (program support) 8,650,000 Grants and initiatives 471,451 Community Investment services 1,435,329

Total Community Investment and program services 10,556,780

SUPPORT SERVICES:

Resource development 2,570,034 Management and general 1,389,070

Total support services 3,959,104

Total Community Investment, program and support services 14,515,884

Operating deficit (389,368)

NON-OPERATING REVENUES AND EXPENSES:

Realized loss on sale of investments (40,685) Changes in unrealized loss on investments (1,216,899) Pension related changes other than net periodic pension cost (531,019)

Change in net assets (2,177,971)

Net assets, beginning of year 20,375,003

NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR $ 18,197,032

Statement of Activities june 30, 2012

You can perpetuate your commitment to real, lasting change through a planned gift to United Way.

There are many ways to contribute, whether through your will, a gift of stock, or a retirement plan or life insurance policy.

You’ll enjoy membership in United Way’s prestigious 1924 Society – and you’ll ensure that long after your lifetime, future generations in our 40 towns have the opportunities for a good life.

To learn more, please call us at (860) 493-6800.

1924 Society: Legacy Giving

We are deeply grateful to our 1924 Society members, and we appreciate their commitment to the 40-town region we call home.

Members of the 1924 Society as of July 1, 2012

• Estate of Adrienne Allen

• Margot & Lee† Allison

• Frederick K. Bailey†

• Henry T.J. Becker

• Harold C. Buckingham, Jr.

• Howard & Sue Carver

• Ray† & Ronnie Deck

• Janice E. DeDominicis

• Susan & Ned Dunn, Jr.

• Estate of Isidore S. Geetter, M.D.

• Estate of Elizabeth & Virginia Hicks

• Estate of Richard & Marie McCabe

• Claire & Millard† Pryor

• Lew & Amy Robinson

• Mr. & Mrs. Peter Russell

• The Wellman Family Fund

• Don & Jean Wilson

• Henry M. Zachs

• Two contributors who wish to remain anonymous.

† Deceased

2012 COMMUNITY REPORTSIMPLE WORDS. BIG PICTURE.18 “I want my community to be a place where people

smile more and socialize in parks.”

Board of Directors

OFFICERS

Natalie B. Morris, Chair* United Technologies Corporation

Gregory C. Toczydlowski, Treasurer* Travelers

BOARD

Donald Allan, Jr. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Jose Aponte Windham Region United Way Advisory Board

Michael Bartley United Way of New Britain and Berlin Advisory Board

Chester Paul Beach, Jr.* United Technologies Corporation

Nancy Bernstein Women’s Health Connecticut, Inc.

Peggy Buchanan* Connecticut AFL-CIO

Lori M. Budnick* BlumShapiro

Christopher M. Byrd Evolution 1, Inc.

Eric Daniels* Robinson & Cole LLP

Otto Eichmann Pratt & Whitney

Kevin E. Flaherty* Webster Bank

Michael Goldbas Deloitte LLP

Karen Jarmoc United Way of North Central Connecticut Advisory Board

Gary Kozak Community Health Charities of New England

Meghan O’Brien Lacher, Co-chair, Women’s Leadership Council

Shawn J. Maynard* Windham Community Memorial Hospital

Raymond P. Necci* Glastonbury

Brian A. O’Connell* RBS Citizens Bank

Reginald Paige West Hartford

Paul Pita Pita Group LLC

Karen Prendergast Greater Hartford Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA* Aetna Inc.

Enid M. Rey Hartford Public Schools

Barton Russell Community Health Charities of New England

Cynthia Ryan Cigna

Earl J. Schofield East Hartford

James Sicilian* Day Pitney LLP

John A. Soos Chair, Emerging Leaders Society

Gerald Tarnacki Pratt & Whitney

Luis E. Taveras, PhD Hartford HealthCare

Lyn G. Walker Shipman & Goodwin LLP

*Executive Committee Member

Advocacy CommitteeRaymond P. Necci, Chair Glastonbury

Chester Paul Beach, Jr. United Technologies Corporation

Peggy Buchanan Connecticut AFL-CIO

Brianna Granatelli ProHealth Physicians

Peg Lesiak Farmington

Katherine A. McCue McCue Mortgage

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Enid M. Rey Hartford Public Schools

James Sicilian Day Pitney LLP

Audit CommitteeKevin E. Flaherty, Chair Webster Bank

Christopher M. Byrd Evolution 1, Inc.

Howard L. Carver West Hartford


Avon-Canton United Way Advisory BoardBeth D. Ferrari, Chair Avon Congregational Church

Liz Brisco Avon

Sharon Davies ETA Travel

Nora Goeler Avon Middle School

Kathy Hooker Canton

Philip Kenyon Travelers

Vicki Kuziak The Phoenix Companies, Inc.

Julie A. Mairano Avon

Peg Pinton Canton Food Bank

Michele Ryan Avon

Pat Swan Canton

Benefits and Compensation CommitteeWayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA, Chair Aetna Inc.

Robert Andrews West Hartford

Alfred Enagbare, PhD Travelers

James Martin Barnum Financial Group - MetLife

Erin Ridge The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Roberto Rosario The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Timothy Sullivan Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC

Best Of Awards Event Committee Brian E. Boyer United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Margaret Kwasniewski The Phoenix Companies, Inc.

Whitney Riggs Bakery on Main

Lorna Sager Community Health Charities of New England

Michele Sexton Robinson & Cole LLP

Benjamin Shaiken United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Steve Sprowson Pratt & Whitney

Deirdre Stolte Bakery on Main

Mechelle Tovar Olórtegui United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Community Engagement CommitteeMichael Goldbas, Chair Deloitte LLP

Tobye Karl Saint Francis Hospital

Yvette Melendez Hartford Hospital

Paul H. Mounds The Office of Governor Dannel P. Malloy

Kimberly Armstrong Silcox Eastern Connecticut State University

John A. Soos Pratt & Whitney

62nd Community Service Award CommitteeRick and Alyce Rawlins, Co-Chairs Manchester

Sam Gray Bloomfield

Shawn Maynard Manchester


Margarita Torres Hartford

United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut Volunteers †

† Lists include those who were serving actively as of December 31, 2012.

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Community Investment Changing Community Conditions Committee Otto Eichmann, Chair Pratt & Whitney

Lourdes Ardel Eastern Connecticut State University

Stephan L. Christiansen Conning

Luis E. Taveras, PhD Hartford HealthCare

Ann E. Thomas West Hartford

James Walsh Hartford Investment Management Company

Joyce Willis Bloomfield

Community Investment Operations Committee Jennifer L. White, Chair The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Carla Burgess, Vice Chair Hartford Hospital

Venton B. Forbes The First Cathedral

LaTasha Hunter Hartford Public Schools

Stephen Nightingale West Hartford

Brian Osoba Central Connecticut State University

Jason Rojas Trinity College

Kay Sherman UPS Capital Business Credit

Lauren Turpak Lockton Companies

Community Investment Volunteers 2012Lourdes Ardel Eastern Connecticut State University

Lisa Avolese Travelers

Steve Balcanoff Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Justin Banulski Deloitte LLP

Michael Bartley Connecticut Department of Labor

Beth Bartron Glastonbury

Michael Boratko Starstreak

Eddie Bryan Mickelson, Jacobs, and Bozek, LLC

Carla Burgess Hartford Hospital

Thomas Calvocoressi Berlin

Katherine Carges Hartford Hospital

Steven J. Casey Northeast Utilities

Rebekah Castagno The Village for Families & Children, Inc.

Leah Chatinover Stanger & Arnold, LLP

Ramon Chavarro, Student, CCSU

Jenny Comerford The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Mario Conjura People’s United Bank

Frank DeMaio Newington

Jim Devoe The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.


Brian R. Engstrom Pratt & Whitney

Dawn Ennis Savings Institute Bank & Trust

Lori Fernand American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut

Shari Fiveash South Windsor Chamber of Commerce

Venton Forbes The First Cathedral

Sandie Gong Travelers

Gary Guminiak Hallmark Cards, Inc.

Muhammad Hardiansyah, Student Trinity College

Tyron Harris Target

LaResse Harvey Civic Trust Public Lobbying Company

Amy Helbling United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Terry Hosig Trinity College

Matt House Travelers

LaTasha Hunter Hartford Public Schools

Jen Jackson Lincoln Financial Group

Peter Kenny Enfield

Phillip Kenyon Travelers

John Kidwell Glastonbury

Joanne Kimball Simsbury

Gary Kozak Community Health Charities of New England

Linda Lissack Hartford

Eliztaicha Marrero Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford

Bob Mathieu West Harford

Chris McGoldrick United Healthcare

Sarah Miner Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford

Stephen Nightingale West Hartford

Brian Osoba Central Connecticut State University

Susan E. Pease Central Connecticut State University

Ted Pizzo Lockton Companies

Mary-Ellen Powell Hartford

Britta Raczkowski, Hartford HealthCare

Khurty Ramudu, Student, Trinity College

Libby Richardson United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Kathryn Rock Our Piece of the Pie

Jason Rojas Trinity College

Kaitlin Rosa Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford

Lorna Sager Community Health Charities of New England

Stephanie Schenkel Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford

Michele Sexton Robinson & Cole LLC

Bhavin Shah Lincoln Financial Group

Kay Sherman UPS Capital Business Credit

Sara-Beth Sidla Lincoln Financial Group

Martha Sielman Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc.

Angela Smart Liberty Bank

John A. Soos Pratt & Whitney

David Stoloff Eastern Connecticut State University

Kathryn Talbot Columbia

David Taylor United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Janet Thayer CL&P and Yankee Gas

Anne Theriault University of Connecticut

Lauren Turpak Lockton Companies

Emmy Van Stolk West Hartford

Joe Vaverchak New Britain Board of Education

Francesca Verblen United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

Jennifer White The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Susan Whitehouse Hebron

Michael Wilder West Hartford

Joyce Willis Bloomfield

Sarah Winiarski United Cerebral Palsy / Sunrise Northeast



2012 COMMUNITY REPORTSIMPLE WORDS. BIG PICTURE.20 “I want my community to be a place where diversity

is not only accepted but appreciated.”

Brendan Witherell Robinson & Cole LLP

Peter Wu Paraclete Associates

Adam P. Zinkievich The Salvation Army

Emergency Food and Shelter Program – Local Board Pamela J. Brown Town of Enfield

Beth D. Ferrari Avon Congregational Church

Anne M. Danaher Jewish Family Services of Greater Hartford

Richard Branigan American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island

Major Brian Glasco The Salvation Army

Judith Gough Catholic Charities, Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford

Christine M. O’Rourke Foodshare, Inc.

Deborah V. Rutledge Manchester Area Conference of Churches

Ellen Perkins Simpson Friendship Service Center of New Britain, Inc.

Adam P. Zinkievich The Salvation Army

Emerging Leaders Society Steering Committee Members John A. Soos, Chair Pratt & Whitney

Britta Raczkowski, Vice Chair Hartford HealthCare

Maia Brooks United Technologies Aerospace Systems

Michael M. Byrne, Jr. UBS Realty Investors LLC

Rebekah Castagno The Village for Families & Children, Inc.

Katherine Carges Hartford HealthCare

Brian R. Engstrom Pratt & Whitney

Brianna Granatelli ProHealth Physicians

Sophia LaPenna ProHealth Physicians

James Moher, Jr. Howard, Kohn, Sprague & Fitzgerald, LLP

Erik Neubauer Aetna Inc.

Laurie R. Nobilski The Village for Families & Children, Inc.

Robert Nims Cigna

E.J. Ososki Travelers

Melissa Platner GE Asset Management

Katherine Ramirez Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Victoria S. Richardson United Technologies Aerospace Systems

Brianna Stefka MetLife

Finance CommitteeGregory C. Toczydlowski, Chair Travelers

Donald Allan, Jr. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Lori M. Budnick BlumShapiro


Steven C. Erickson Whittlesey & Hadley

Laura House BlumShapiro

Joanne Mascolo Roux ConnectiCare, Inc.

Information Technology CommitteeBrian A. O’Connell, Chair RBS Citizens Bank

Steven P. DesRoches United Technologies Corporation

Jennifer Gerasimov Deloitte LLP

Frank E. Giguere Travelers

Maureen M. See North Granby

Investment CommitteeChristopher Wilkos, Chair The Phoenix Companies, Inc.

Lori M. Budnick BlumShapiro

Kevin E. Flaherty Webster Bank

Michael P. Hermsen Babson Capital Management LLC

Alan S. Kosan Segal Rogerscasey

Charles L. Olson Webster Bank

Nominating and Governance CommitteeShawn Maynard, Chair Windham Community Memorial Hospital

Reginald Babcock Glastonbury

Nancy Bernstein Women’s Health Connecticut, Inc.

Luis Caban Hartford

Pamela Churchill Mayo Clinic

Kevin E. Flaherty Webster Bank

Reginald Paige West Hartford

Karen Prendergast Greater Hartford Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO


Margarita Torres Hartford


Power of the Purse Steering CommitteeSusan Christensen Stoner, Co-Chair Independent CAbi Fashion Consultant/Media Talent

Janet Flagg, Co-Chair* VA Connecticut Healthcare System

Noreen A. Randazzo* The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Michelle Stronz, PhD* Epiphany Enterprises

Stacy Silk Rome Brand New LLC

* Women’s Leadership Council Founding Member

Process Improvement Committee MembersJerry Tarnacki, Chair Pratt & Whitney

Lynn Fraga Pratt & Whitney

Angela Kahrmann ING

Daniel Zirakzadeh The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

United Way Community Campaign Loaned ExecutivesSteve Chmelowski Sponsored by UTC Climate, Controls & Security and United Technologies Research Center

Julie David Sponsored by United Technologies Corporation

Theresa Denis United Technologies Aerospace Systems

Ken Glaser Sponsored by Pratt & Whitney

Kate Darcy Hohenthal Sponsored by Northeast Utilities

Jonathan Houck Sponsored by Pratt & Whitney and Otis Elevator Company

Angel Ruegg Sponsored by Aetna and The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company

Dyani Williams Sponsored by Day Pitney LLP and Webster Bank

United Way of North Central Connecticut Advisory Board Karen Jarmoc, Chair Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Steven J. Casey Northeast Utilities

Melissa Corneliuson-Barnes C&S Wholesale Grocers



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Robert E. Earley Comcast Corporation

Andrew J. Kulas United Technologies Aerospace Systems

Faith Scavetta Hallmark Cards, Inc.

Steven Wawruck Town of Windsor Locks

United Way of New Britain and Berlin Advisory Board Michael Bartley, Chair Connecticut Department of Labor

William F. Dowling New Britain Rock Cats

Michael Gorzoch Gorzoch and Associates

Ronald Jakubowski Consolidated School District of New Britain

Janis C. Jerman Employee Family Protection

Katherine A. McCue McCue Mortgage

Susan E. Pease Central Connecticut State University

Michael E. Schroeder The Herald

William E. Schuch Del Conte, Hyde, Annello & Schuch

Lindsley Wellman Wellman Consulting Group

Carol Zesut New Britain Police Department

Windham Region United Way Advisory Board Jose Aponte, Chair Quinebaug Valley Community College

Mario Conjura, Vice Chair People’s United Bank

Paul E. Bushey Social Security Administration

Kathleen Cheromcha Windham Community Memorial Hospital

Dawn Ennis Savings Institute

Donna M. Evan Nutmeg Broadcasting Company

Robert Fernandez Quinebaug Valley Community College

Jerry A. James Northeast Utilities

Cathleen Paquette University of Connecticut

Maribel Sanchez University of Connecticut

Tony Santiago Connecticut Department of Labor

Kimberly Armstrong Silcox Eastern Connecticut State University

Angela Smart Liberty Bank

David Stoloff Eastern Connecticut State University

Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee Meghan O’Brien Lacher, Co-Chair* Travelers

Michelle Stronz, PhD, Co-Chair* Epiphany Enterprises

Francine Christiansen* Christiansen Consulting

Alicien DeMonte Morgan Stanley

Janet Flagg* VA Connecticut Healthcare System

Elizabeth Gagne* Travelers

Rebecca J. Kuzma* The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Peg Lesiak Farmington

Mary Ann Lubeskie* The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Bonnie Malley* The Phoenix Companies, Inc.

Karmela K. Malone* The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Roxanna Booth Miller* Hartford Youth Scholars Foundation

Noreen A. Randazzo* The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Liz Zlatkus* Glastonbury

* Founding Member

United Way StaffSusan B. Dunn* President and CEO

Paula S. Gilberto* Senior Vice President

Thomas W. Glynn Vice President, Finance and Administration

Lily Beider Administrative Assistant, Donor Relations - Individuals

Kimmy Boulier* Receptionist

Brian E. Boyer Director, Marketing Communications

Liz Buczynski Assistant Director, Community Investment

Melissa Camacho* Senior Manager, Community Investment

Terri D’Arcangelo Manager, Marketing Communications

Brent Dietz Manager, IT

Patrick Doyle Senior Manager, Community Engagement

Karyn Durant Manager, Quality Assurance

Kezia Ferrara* Manager, Finance

Jennifer Gifford* Director, Community Engagement

Evan Gregory Coordinator, Accounts Receivable

Amy Helbling Manager, Marketing Communications

Kimberly Hernandez* Manager, Donor Services e-Business

Jami Keller Manager, Grants

Marisa Lee-Vaught* Administrative Assistant, Community Investment

Valerie March* Manager, Human Resource and Payables

Tomeka M. Martin* Director, Donor Services

Sean Meehan Manager, Leadership Giving

Jose Melendez Assistant, Administrative Services

Brian Mezzi Administrative Assistant, Community Engagement

Kate Milton* Senior Manager, Donor Relations

Lindsey Niarhakos* Manager, Accounting

Jennifer Paquette Coordinator, Accounts Receivable

Ann Péan* Senior Manager, Donor Relations

Bree Pelczar Manager, Affinity Groups and Special Gifts

Elaine Pertillar* Senior Manager, Administrative Services

Jennifer Pettit Manager, Community Investment

Libby Richardson* Manager, Events

Matthew Riley Director, Donor Relations - Workplace

Kimberley Russo* Director, Community Investment

Laura Schmelter Director, Donor Relations - Individuals

Benjamin Shaiken Manager, Community Investment

David Taylor Manager, Donor Relations - Workplace

Mechelle Tovar Olórtegui* Manager, Donor Relations - Workplace

Susan Tressy Manager, Donor Services e-Business

Francesca Verblen Administrative Assistant, Donor Relations - Workplace

Aviva Vincent Senior Manager, Community Investment

CONSULTANTS

Melanie Cecarelli Women’s Leadership Council

Joanne Kimball Marketing

Naomi Lerner Marketing

* Employed 5 years or more with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut Volunteers † and Staff


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Or call us at: (860) 493-6800

2012 Annual Report

Natalie B. Morris Chair

Susan B. Dunn President and CEO

Brian E. Boyer Director Marketing Communications

Amy Helbling Manager Marketing Communications

Terri D’Arcangelo Manager Marketing Communications

Joanne Kimball Marketing Consultant

To comment on this Community Impact Report, please call (860) 493-6800 or visit us

online at unitedwayinc.org

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POVERTY RATES FALL A DROP IN OBESITY

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