United Way E-Newsletter November 2019
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Capital Region Community Dashboard Shows Recent Data Trends
Data about recent demographic trends has been released via the Capital Region Community Dashboard, a web-based resource providing information on health and human service issues in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties. The site, which is the only one of its kind in the region, includes the most up-to-date data on nearly 100 key indicators in the areas of health, education, income, basic needs and demographics.
The Capital Region Community Dashboard was created to help local residents, health and human service organizations, education institutions, places of worship and the business community better understand the issues impacting the region as well as track trends and progress. The project is a partnership between Dauphin County, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, Harrisburg Housing Authority, Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, Partnership for Better Health, Penn State Harrisburg, Penn State Health, UPMC Pinnacle and United Way of the Capital Region.
Statistics recently released through the dashboard indicate Cumberland County is the fastest growing county both in the Capital Region and across the state. The data shows rent is more expensive in Cumberland and Dauphin counties compared to the state average. In fact, 27 percent of households in the Capital Region have unaffordable housing costs. The fastest growing population in the Capital Region includes individuals age 65 and older.
To learn more about demographic trends as well as data on health, education, income and basic needs indicators, visit www.lifeinthecapitalregion.com.
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Real Impact Through Pilot Projects: Meet Tomas
When Tomas could no longer tolerate his dental pain, he reached out to United Way of the Capital Region’s Contact to Care community pilot project for help.
Watch Tomas’s story and see how Contact to Care is helping local people navigate the health care system, overcome barriers to care and connect with a primary medical home.
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Nominate Your Company’s Campaign Coordinators for the “Best of” Awards!
Does your company’s campaign coordinator/team come up with creative and successful workplace campaigns? Do they make your United Way campaign experience fun and motivational?
Then consider nominating them for United Way of the Capital Region’s “Best of” Awards to recognize their outstanding work!
The “Best of” Awards is one of the ways that United Way expresses thanks to those who promote team spirit, fun and cooperation while raising much needed funds to help those in need in our community.
The awards are divided into the following categories:
• The Outstanding Campaign Coordinator/Team Award (three awards based on company size)
• Special Event Award
• Best Video or Slide Show Award
To nominate your coordinator/team, fill out the “Best of” Awards Nomination Form and submit it by January 9 to Adrian Buckner at abuckner@uwcr.org.
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Volunteers Needed to Help Working Families with Tax Preparation
Volunteers are needed to offer free tax preparation to help working families receive the federal and state tax credits they are eligible for.
The service is offered through the Money in Your Pocket (MIYP) program, a community partnership led by United Way of the Capital Region that is committed to the economic stability of local families. In tax year 2018, 272 volunteers filed 4,691 tax returns, resulting in more than $4.6 million returned to local families. The average annual income for clients receiving tax preparation services was $21,100, which helped increase their household income by an average of 6 percent.
No previous experience is required and training is provided. Volunteers are also needed to serve as greeters (no tax preparing required for this position). Scheduling is flexible with daytime, evening and Saturday opportunities available from January through April 2020.
The Money in Your Pocket campaign is supported by the PNC Foundation and the U.S. Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service.
For those interested in learning more, several informational sessions will be held in November. To see a list of dates or to sign up, visit http://uwcr.partnershipplanners.org/openhouse.
For information, visit www.uwcr.org/miyp or contact Heidi Neuhaus at hneuhaus@uwcr.org.
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United Way of the Capital Region Staff Poinsettia Sale
Order beautiful poinsettias and help support United Way of the Capital Region’s internal campaign, which benefits United Way’s overall fundraising efforts.
These make great office decorations or gifts for family, friends or coworkers! Poinsettias are 6” pots and are available in red, white, pink or burgundy. Cost is $11 each.
Poinsettias will be delivered in early December. Order five or more and receive FREE delivery!
Just like many other organizations, United Way of the Capital Region runs a fundraising campaign among its staff members. Funds are generated through employee donations and special event sales such as this one. All proceeds from this sale will go directly to United Way of the Capital Region’s 2019 campaign.
All orders are due by November 13 and can be placed at https://www.uwcr.org/uw-poinsettia-sale.
For more information, contact Heidi Neuhaus at hneuhaus@uwcr.org.
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