Is United Way Governed Locally or by the National Organization?
United Way of Odessa is an autonomous and locally governed organization. A volunteer Board of Trustees composed of local key business and community leaders in Odessa governs the organization. However, the United Way of Odessa is affiliated with United Way of America’s national service and training centers.
How much of my donation goes to helping people?
Our local United Way has been successful at keeping its overhead costs to a minimum. In fact, 80 cents on every dollar that you give, goes directly to programs and services that matter the most, supporting children, families and improving our community.Is my contribution to United Way tax deductible?
If you itemize deductions on your annual income taxes, then your donation is tax deductible. If you have more in-depth tax deduction questions, we encourage you to check with your tax advisor.Why should I give to United Way, when I also receive solicitations from other charitable organizations?
Your gift to United Way allows you to accomplish more than you can alone accomplish. When you give to a specific charity, you support a cause. When you give to United Way, you help improve people’s lives and strengthen our entire community!United Way invests your donation in more well-managed programs that change lives and strengthen families more than any other organization in this community. Your local United Way supports the entire family. Our expertise and standards of excellence for helping others are unequalled in Ector County.
Campaign Kick-Off: 8/17/10, 10:00AM at the UWO office (128 E. 2nd St.) Special Guest Speaker: Congressman Mike Conaway
Women's Leadership Luncheon: 9/9/10, 11:30AM at Odessa Country Club
Campaign Kick-Off: 8/17/10, 10:00AM at the UWO office (128 E. 2nd St.) Special Guest Speaker Congressman Mike Conaway
Venture Grants:Applications available starting 6/28/2010 and are due at the UWO office on 7/30/10 by 4:00PM. Contact Danielle Wilburn at 432-332-0941 for more information.
Cory Learning Center 2010 Graduation
The Cory Learning Center class of 2010 commencement ceremony will be conducted on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 3:30PM in the St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church auditorium, 7601 N. Grandview. A reception will follow the ...
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Volunteers Needed for 2010 Campaign
6/1/10
The United Way of Odessa is seeking volunteers for the upcoming fall campaign which begins August 17, 2010 and runs throug November 16, 2010.
Volunteer duties include:
Assisting with local corporate fundraisers
Delivering the ...
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United Way of Odessa Announces New Executive Director
4/5/10
After a three month search, the United Way of Odessa has announced its next Executive Director, Tom Pursel. After living here in Odessa for more than a decade, Nevada native ...
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