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2nd Annual Walk for Warmth February 11, 2012 One or three mile fixed-route walk-a-thon to raise money for the Mifflin-Juniata Energy Bank.

December 15, 2011

The United Way of Mifflin-Juniata is closing in on the $600,000 goal, reaching 40% of the 2012 Campaign goal or $239, 648. The goal may seem ambitious but it is driven by the compelling health and human service needs we have in Mifflin and Juniata counties. Marie Mulvihill, Executive Director explained that as outside temperatures drop, the number of calls for assistance with heating and electricity pick up. Alarmingly, more than a handful of worried callers report that they have not been successful finding assistance prior to contacting the Coalition of HOPES, a United Way partner agency. Many of these callers voice concerns of keeping their children warm and safe this winter. For some, it is a matter of life and death.

The United Way links the community with resources that are available. “We know who to call, what to do if someone’s at their wits end, we know where to send them,” says Mulvihill. “You know many people who are struggling – and maybe you are, too – but now more than ever the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata needs support,” finished Mulvihill

At the time of this press release a number of workplace campaigns are coming to a close and solicitation for donations will continue in the coming weeks. The campaign officially closes on March 15, 2012.

"To our credit, Mifflin and Juniata counties, are caring communities. When made aware of needs, people here meet them," said Mulvihill. “We thank everyone who has already given and we want to encourage those that haven’t given to consider supporting the United Way. We are asking everyone to LIVE UNITED and consider an additional gift to this year’s campaign if possible,” concluded Mulvihill.

Your United Way pledges support those organizations that are important in the life of communities, individuals and families. Consider the concept of giving to an organization that is in touch with the needs of the community and can respond appropriately. Donations can be made to the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata, 13 East Third Street, Lewistown, PA, 17044, by Phone at (717) 248-9636 or here at our website.