NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
From the Desk of Howard Taylor
Our campaign is winding down and we’re ecstatic about the response we’ve received from the community. We thank you for your support and confidence you’ve placed in your Capital Area United Way. We commit to continue the good work we’ve provided to our community in the past and press to address those issues that will make us the great community we aspire to be.
Key to our future success will be the identification of those issues that impede our progress. We strive to partner with all community organizations in being a catalyst for change. We all understand the statistics and what they say about our standing in the key areas of Poverty, Youth Development, and Crime. Our challenge is to work together with all parts of our community to address the most pressing issues that can affect long-term change. The question remains on where we start. But like Alice, she asked the Cheshire Cat on what path to take when she crossed a fork in the road. He asked, "Where are you headed?" She replied, " I don’t know." He replied, "Then I guess any road will get you there." Establishing the metrics and indicators that will guide in measuring our success will be a key element of our plan. By stating our desired goal and outcome will set a target for all involved to achieve.
I look forward to keeping you informed as we progress further on our quest. Your participation and input will be key factors in our analysis, planning, and implementation. Thank you in advance for your support.
The Best to All for a festive Thanksgiving and start of the Holiday Season,
Howard
Our campaign is winding down and we’re ecstatic about the response we’ve received from the community. We thank you for your support and confidence you’ve placed in your Capital Area United Way. We commit to continue the good work we’ve provided to our community in the past and press to address those issues that will make us the great community we aspire to be.
Key to our future success will be the identification of those issues that impede our progress. We strive to partner with all community organizations in being a catalyst for change. We all understand the statistics and what they say about our standing in the key areas of Poverty, Youth Development, and Crime. Our challenge is to work together with all parts of our community to address the most pressing issues that can affect long-term change. The question remains on where we start. But like Alice, she asked the Cheshire Cat on what path to take when she crossed a fork in the road. He asked, "Where are you headed?" She replied, " I don’t know." He replied, "Then I guess any road will get you there." Establishing the metrics and indicators that will guide in measuring our success will be a key element of our plan. By stating our desired goal and outcome will set a target for all involved to achieve.
I look forward to keeping you informed as we progress further on our quest. Your participation and input will be key factors in our analysis, planning, and implementation. Thank you in advance for your support.
The Best to All for a festive Thanksgiving and start of the Holiday Season,
Howard
Day of Caring presents a Season of Caring
Through Day of Caring, Capital Area United Way (CAUW) recognizes there is a constant need for assistance and volunteers to improve the services that agencies provide to the community on a daily basis. CAUW also recognizes that need is more crucial during the holiday season.
In an effort to support agencies who strive to help those in need during this season, CAUW is initiating a “Season of Caring” that works in conjunction with "Day of Caring". CAUW will work to partner individuals and companies with these meaningful causes to assist in making this a happy holiday season for all in our community.
Capital Area United Way's “Season of Caring” will begin November 1st and end on December 24th. If you are interested or need more information, please call 225-382-3512.
Through Day of Caring, Capital Area United Way (CAUW) recognizes there is a constant need for assistance and volunteers to improve the services that agencies provide to the community on a daily basis. CAUW also recognizes that need is more crucial during the holiday season.
In an effort to support agencies who strive to help those in need during this season, CAUW is initiating a “Season of Caring” that works in conjunction with "Day of Caring". CAUW will work to partner individuals and companies with these meaningful causes to assist in making this a happy holiday season for all in our community.
Capital Area United Way's “Season of Caring” will begin November 1st and end on December 24th. If you are interested or need more information, please call 225-382-3512.
2007 Campaign Events
Campus Federal Employees, Treats for Results 2007 Chase Leadership Breakfast for CAUW
Department of Corrections Shoppers Fair for CAUW DOTD Employees, Treats for Results 2007
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Tailgating Tour at LSU Tailgating Tour at Southern University
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Shaw event for United Way CAUW Check Presentation from
Drew Tessir, Union Pacific Railroad
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Dept. of Corrections Craft Fair for CAUW CAUW won the Capital One Pancake Stacking Contest
and brings home $700!
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Mosaic’s 2007 United Way Campaign Kickoff
YWCA's Red Ribbon Campaign Kick-Off
Join YWCA for Connections on Tuesday, November 6th, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Baton Rouge Marriott as they celebrate their Red Ribbon Campaign Kick-Off. Dr. Marilyn Reynaud, Director of Health for LA Office of Public Health, will be the guest speaker as YWCA begins the YWCA RISE Program’s Red Ribbon Campaign to support HIV/AIDS Awareness and Education. Costs for the luncheon are $15 for members and $18 for non-members. Don’t forget to bring your business cards for networking and a chance to win great prizes!
Become a Foster Parent
Become a Foster ParentThere are hundreds of children in Louisiana who need safe and loving families. Volunteers of America is looking for families or single adults who can provide stable, loving homes for these kids.
There is a great need for therapeutic foster care for children with special behavioral, developmental, or physical needs.
There are no special requirements for foster parents—only the capacity for patience, commitment, and unconditional acceptance for a child. We provide training, ongoing support, and respite.
To learn more about benefits and support services of Therapeutic Foster Care please contact Lori Gregory at 225-928-9398 ext. 110
Red Cross, St. George Fire Protection District Team
Educated Others In Fire 
Safety
Safety
As Fire Prevention Month comes to a close, the Louisiana Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross joined with the St. George Fire Protection District to do what they can to educate a targeted area of the community on fire safety—specifically cooking fires.
Louisiana Spirit and other individuals volunteered to canvas the Gardere Lane area to distribute free fire safety materials and talked to area residents on the importance of preparedness and fire safety.
The fire department and Red Cross have seen an increase in response to this area, primarily due to cooking fires. An estimated 1,000 people received education with this campaign.
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Locals Assist with California Fires
Local Red Cross Volunteers Jules Hidalgo and Natalie Johnson on their way to California to help with recovery efforts.
Local Red Cross Volunteers Jules Hidalgo and Natalie Johnson on their way to California to help with recovery efforts.
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For more information, please contact Louisiana Hemophilia Foundation at 225-291-1675 or toll free at 800-749-1680
Free Counseling for Katrina Sufferers
In January 2007, the Baton Rouge Area Foundation launched InCourage, a free mental health initiative for people impacted by Hurricane Katrina.
InCourage provides up to ten free sessions of confidential counseling to adults impacted by Katrina, including displaced residents, survivors, families of victims, first responders and host families. Participants begin the program by calling The Phone, the counseling line hosted by the Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center, at (225) 924-3900 or (800) 437-0303. Callers are given a quick assessment to ensure their eligibility and then referred to one of more than a hundred specially-trained professionals.
For more information on this program, please contact Baton Rouge Area Foundation at 225-387-6126 or at www.braf.org
For more information about the CAUW Newsletter, please contact Laura Griggs at laurag@cauw.org