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Thank you to the Foote Family, ABC Music Together and RhythmKids!
On Saturday, December 16, the sounds of holiday music, laughter and children's voices filled the air of St. Matthew's Church. Thanks go to the Foote family, and their friends at ABC Music Together and RhythmKids for another fabulous holiday event, and for donating the proceeds of this fun party to the ABUW! Thank You so much! |
| Check your local listings for show times on the Acton Comcast Channel and see ABUW Board members Marge Kennedy and Guy Marchmont's interview on the Acton Elderberries show! | |
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Dear Neighbors,
During the holiday season, the ABUW continues to work for those in need in our commuity. This month's issue of Building Community shares news of recent activities, so please read on to learn more and stay in touch with us.
Of course, we can't take care of our neighbors in need without your help. If you have already made a contribution to our 2007 campaign, thank you! If not, please consider making a year-end donation to the ABUW today!
And from all of us, Happy Holidays!
Your neighbors & friends on the ABUW Board and staff. |
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Campaign 2007 - Help Us Reach our Goal!
 Our 2007 Fundraising Campaign continues, and we are still working to meet our goal. As you consider your year-end charitable contributions, please know that a gift to the ABUW is a way of improving the quality of life for all who live in our community. Please consider making a generous gift to the ABUW, if you have not already done so. Your gift will have a tremendous impact for many in need, right here at home. Click here to make a secure donation using MasterCard or Visa, or send a check to the ABUW, PO Box 2258, Acton, MA 01720-6258. Thank You! |
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The Mission of the ABUW is to raise funds - and awareness - as well as to award grants to area organizations and agencies working to address the social service needs of our community. In order to do that, we must stay in touch with the folks in the community on the 'front lines', those who work with our neighbors in need. One way we do that is through our Community Forums which bring together area agencies, clergy, school and town officials, and other key providers who serve Acton and/or Boxborough residents. It is an opportunity for us to learn what challenges they face, what needs are increasing or not being met, and it's an opportunity for providers to meet, network and exchange ideas with one another for possible solutions or collaborations. We held another of these Forums on November 29th - it was an amazing morning. Read the Forum Notes to learn about the needs of our neighbors, and the concerns of our community. Follow our collaborative work to address these issues through local media and our website. | |
 AB Youth in Philanthropy Program Awards Grants We recently told you about our new relationship with the AB Youth in Philanthropy Program, which teaches High School students about the various aspects of philanthropy - fundraising, grant issuance, proposal review and grant distribution. Equally important, the program raises the awareness of the students to the many social service needs that exist right here in their own communities.
The cycle for this year's program recently concluded with a very impressive presentation by the students which included their description of grants reviewed, and grants awarded. Watch for more information in January - we're sure you'll be as impressed - and as proud - of these students, as we certainly have been. |
Thank you for your interest in the ABUW, and for your concern for neighbors in need. We welcome your thoughts, questions, and ideas any time - please feel free to contact us at abuw@abuw.org.
Would you please help us by forwarding this email on to friends and neighbors? Thank you! | |
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Sincerely,
Your Neighbors at the
Acton-Boxborough United Way |
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