United Way 2020 Campaign Update

Effingham, IL -(Effingham Radio)- The 2020 United Way Campaign is currently underway.  To date a total of $126,419 has been raised, which is 39% of the $320,000 goal.  United Way Board of Directors are asking for your help during these unprecident times.  Funds raised help 20 local partner agencies provide support and services to those in need in Effingham County.  The global pandemic has greatly affected fundraising efforts as fundraiser events previously scheduled were cancelled due to COVID.  

Prior to the pandemic, 1 out of 3 people used services provided by the agencies. Because of the pandemic, these agencies are serving more people in our community during these difficult times. 

20 local partner agencies will receive funding from the 2020 – 2021 campaign: Altamont After School Program, Andrew Gobczynski Big Heart Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters (Mid Illinois), Boy Scouts – Greater St Louis Area Council, Catholic Charities, CEFS Literacy Program, Child Advocacy Center of E. Central Illinois, Effingham Child Development Center, Effingham County FISH Human Services, Effingham County Search & Rescue, Enduring Freedom Ministries, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, Meals on Wheels of CEFS, One Hope United, SAFE (Sexual Assault and Family Emergencies), Senior Services of Effingham County, STAR (Strategic Training and Restoration), SWAN (Stopping Woman Abuse Now) and the Unit 40 Mentoring Program.

99% of the funds raised stay local and helps your friends, family and neighbors.

Please consider donating to the United Way campaign.  Your donation large or small will make an impact.  

Donations can be mailed to United Way of Effingham County, 1108 S Willow, PO Box 2, Effingham, IL 62401.