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CLAYS FOR CASA
veterans day 5k run
veterans day 5k run
Join us in the AIM TO END CHILD ABUSE!
This event, held by Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) helps ensure that abused and neglected children of Rockwall and Kaufman Counties are placed in safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible.
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veterans day 5k run
veterans day 5k run
veterans day 5k run
JOIN US ON NOVEMBER 12TH 2022
at the Veterans Memorial Park in
honoring all the men and women who have bravely served, and those who have given their life for our country.
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blood drive
veterans day 5k run
blood drive
SAVE A LIFE on JULY 19th!
Take an hour out of your day to save a life.
As a thank-you, donors will receive a "GIVE FOR TEXANS" beach towel (while supplies last).
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If you want to help the community of Uvalde, please consider
First State Bank (FSB) of Uvalde has created a fund for the families of Robb Elementary. TO DONATE:
- send Zelle funds (email linked below)
- donate in person at any FSB branch,
- or send via mail to the address above.
Donations will provide mental health services for students, teachers, and families in Uvalde. Funds will be made available to nonprofit organizations with expertise in providing direct trauma services for communities impacted by tragedy.
- Families affected by this tragedy
- Nonprofits providing response services
- Medical institutions caring for victims
- Organizations conducting long-term efforts for the Uvalde community
UNITED WAY, AS AN ORGANIZATION, STANDS AGAINST RACISM AND DISCRIMINATION IN ALL FORMS AS THEY UNDERMINE RESPECT FOR INDIVIDUALS AND THE WELL-BEING AND VITALITY OF OUR COMMUNITIES. WE STRIVE TO ENGAGE ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHOSE VOICES HAVE HISTORICALLY BEEN MARGINALIZED. WE WILL WORK WITH RESIDENTS, AND PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PARTNERS TO CO-CREATE SOLUTIONS THAT ENSURE EVERYONE HAS THE RESOURCES, SUPPORTS, OPPORTUNITIES AND NETWORKS THEY NEED TO THRIVE WITH A HOPE OF CREATING MORE EQUITABLE COMMUNITIES.
UNITED WAY OF KAUFMAN COUNTY IS COMMITTED TO ACKNOWLEDGING AND VALUING THE UNIQUENESS OF EVERY EMPLOYEE AND TO CREATING AN ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH ALL INDIVIDUAL’S STRENGTHS AND ABILITIES ARE INCLUDED, DEVELOPED AND VALUED. ALL EMPLOYEES SHARE IN THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR CREATING THIS ENVIRONMENT AND ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE MUTUAL RESPECT AND ACCEPTANCE IN THE WORKPLACE. WE BELIEVE THAT UTILIZING OUR EMPLOYEES’ INDIVIDUALITY ENHANCES COMMUNICATION, PROBLEM-SOLVING AND DECISION-MAKING SKILLS, THEREBY IMPROVING OUR OVERALL PRODUCTIVITY AND PERFORMANCE. WE ALSO BELIEVE IF OUR EMPLOYEES MIRROR THE DIVERSE MAKE-UP OF OUR COMMUNITY, WE WILL BE ABLE TO BETTER UNDERSTAND, AND MORE EFFECTIVELY RESPOND TO, COMMUNITY NEEDS. WE STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN OUR ABILITY TO CREATE AN INCLUSIVE, RESPECTFUL, AND EQUITABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR EMPLOYEES THROUGH LEADERSHIP, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES.
A Note from the Executive Director
From the Desk of Deb Helm
This is my starting my 4th year as Executive Director of Kaufman County and we have had so many new things added that I would like to share with you.
1) A Born Learning Trail – at Ben Gill on backside of running trail. It is a 9 learning stations for children to do with caregivers, grandparents and parents alike.
2) Lending Libraries – “Take a book, leave a book”. There will be libraries all over the county before the project is through. At present, the City of Terrell has bought one for every park in Terrell and we hope to have them up before July.
3) We have 11 Partner Agencies (some new) this year and with the help of our Businesses we will continue to grant more money to help these non-profits help families in our county!
4) We are serving with the Hulsey Public Library through the VITA program (Volunteer income tax assistance) for simple tax returns.
With that said, I am still trying to find my 100 friends who will at least donate $5 each month to meet my goal of $6,000.
We have an outstanding Board of Directors who serve & give freely of their time and energy to help support
Our mission:
The United Way of Kaufman County Connecting people and resources through our Partner Agencies To improve the quality of life for Kaufman County families.
And vision:
United Way of Kaufman County Strives to build a stronger community and empower individuals to enhance their own wellbeing through: A. Health B. Education C. Financial Stability
Our website is very user friendly so all you have to do is CLICK HERE and hit the donate now button. There are several options for you choose from. I will be updating you periodically on where we stand together.
Thank you for your love & support!
