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United Way of Santa Barbara County’s Board of Directors would like to announce their new vision, mission, and core values of the organization. Dozens of feedback meetings have been conducted and thousands of people have received and responded to the new vision, mission, and values. A large amount of community feedback ranging from donors to community experts has been received during the strategic planning process over the past year. United Way will continue through this process to develop it’s goals, business plan, and other support activities.
United Way would like to thank the more than one thousand people who participated and provided feedback on our new vision, mission, and values. We would especially like to thank the members of our Board of Directors who are a part of the Strategic Planning Committee: Kent Englert, Englert & Associates; Pat Hurley, Raytheon Company; Mike Noling, community volunteer; Tom Thomas, Santa Barbara Bank & Trust; and Jim Wolfe, community volunteer.
Vision In our community, everyone has a hopeful future.
Mission Right here, right now, with the Power of Partnership, we are improving lives for children, families, seniors, and you!
Core Values Caring- We are committed to people helping people every day… one generation voluntarily and compassionately paving the way for future generations. Innovative- Using the Power of Partnership,we connect strengths, multiply resources, and create the best ways to make measurable improvements in local lives. Trustworthy- We are the finest stewards of your donated time, ideas, and money. Leadership- We initiate, influence, and support desired positive changes in our neighborhoods and communities.
The team consists of: Chair, Karen Anne Platt, CFO, Network Hardware Resale John Girlando, Certified Six Sigma Expert, Raytheon Company Dave Lamkin, former Executive Director, Santa Barbara Regional Health Authority LuAnn Miller, Executive Director, Isla Vista Youth Projects Gerry Rubey, community volunteer Rick Scott, CEO, Cancer Center of Santa Barbara Tamara Skov, Director of Development, Sansum-Santa Barbara Medical Foundation Clinic
The committee’s goal is to determine how to mobilize a community, create lasting changes, and how to improve lives. The group began with looking at contributor survey results. The results showed that United Way should focus on children, seniors, and families in our community. To research these areas, the team has reviewed a large number of community reports, and they have listened to area experts in their respective fields to discuss what issues and strategies hold the best promise for improvement of Santa Barbara County. The team will continue to meet over the next year to develop and fine tune these processes. We truly appreciate their help in making our community a place where everyone has a hopeful future!
United Way of Santa Barbara County will be awarding grants totaling nearly $150,000 through one of its volunteer processes for children, families, and seniors. Funds will be going to a variety of community services for such programs that:
These services were reviewed by members of United Way's Board of Directors and will be awarded one-year grants.
We have an exciting opportunity for a person who would like to learn more about our community by coordinating United Way's Day of Caring!
This seasonal position will be responsible for event coordination for Day of Caring. This job is part time from May through July and full time in August and September. This position will receive support and direction from last year's Day of Caring Project Manager. This is a great way to become familiar with the charitable organizations that need help and many employers in the area that want to volunteer.
For more information, contact Dana at 805-965-8591 x121 or dgoba@unitedwaysb.org.
Dennis Cagan has joined the Board of Directors for Santa Barbara County's United Way. Dennis has been in the high tech industry as an entrepreneur for over 38 years, having founded a number of different companies. As the founder, chair, and CEO of the Santa Barbara Technology Group LLC, Dennis oversees all activities including monitoring portfolio investments, consulting to early-stage technology companies, and selecting new investments. He has authored dozens of articles and has spoken at industry and corporate conferences. He has also been involved with a number of local companies, including Commission Junction, Software.com, Bargain Network, Blue Casa Communications, and SaluDent International, Inc. He studied economics at UCLA and has also served in the USMC.
Wally and Ursula Drew were the recipients of the Abercrombie Community Excellence Award at the Red Feather Ball in 1999. These extraordinary community activists have given so generously of their time to some of the most important causes in Santa Barbara County. They both served on countless boards and committees, including the Boys & Girls Clubs, the United Nations Association of the USA, and Santa Barbara City College Foundation where they first met. In addition, Ursula is the co-chair of the Santa Barbara Mental Health Association’s Blue Ribbon Honorary Committee. Before his passing on September 7, 2003, Wally received every major award United Way had to give. His friendship and support are deeply missed by all of us at United Way. Please join us on Saturday, October 14, 2006 when we celebrate Wally and Ursula Drew and a decade of honorees at the 10th Annual Red Feather Ball at the Bacara Resort & Spa.
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