United Way Nearing 2019 Campaign Goal

United Way of Effingham County continues to raise money for the 2019 campaign.

To date, $305,857has been raised, which is 95% of the $320,000 campaign goal. The campaign officially closes in 3 weeks and they are asking for your help!

22 local partner agencies. 99% of the funds raised stays local and helps those in need in Effingham County. 1 in 3 people will use services provided by these agencies. 22 local partner agencies receive funds from the 2019 campaign.

Agencies receiving funds from the 2019 campaign include: 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, CEFS Retired Sr Volunteer Program (RSVP), Child Advocacy Center of E. Central Illinois, Effingham Child Development Center, Effingham County FISH Human Services, Effingham County Search & Rescue, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, Heartland Human Services, Meals on Wheels of CEFS, One Hope United, Oneighty, 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.

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

The 2019 campaign will officially close January 31, 2020.