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We Will Call Her Tonya
  • Mar 16
  • 2 min

We Will Call Her Tonya

It was 6:45 p.m. when Tonya was calling the WayPoint Center in tears. The voice on the other end spoke softly in the hope of calming her...
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We Will Call Him Zack
  • Mar 9
  • 2 min

We Will Call Him Zack

Zack needed help, so a friend brought him to a WayPoint Center looking for a place to start. Upon arrival, the friends were offered...
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We Will Call Her Ashley
  • Mar 2
  • 2 min

We Will Call Her Ashley

A former client reached out to our West End WayPoint Center in Lexington, asking for help for a friend, Ashley. She explained to our...
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We Will Call Him Jeff
  • Feb 23
  • 2 min

We Will Call Him Jeff

A friend told Jeff to visit United Way’s West End WayPoint Center and talk to Gerri, because she would help him find a job. That friend...
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Dr. Eli Capilouto - President of the University of Kentucky
  • Feb 18
  • 3 min

Dr. Eli Capilouto - President of the University of Kentucky

"The partnership between the University of Kentucky and United Way of the Bluegrass is incredibly special because it brings together..."
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We Will Call Her Jackie
  • Jan 26
  • 2 min

We Will Call Her Jackie

Jackie was seven months pregnant and had no money to buy a crib. That’s why she went to the Black & Williams WayPoint Center. The...
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We Will Call Him Albert
  • Jan 19
  • 1 min

We Will Call Him Albert

Albert dreamed about starting his own business. He had the necessary entrepreneurial spirit, but he lacked a good understanding of key...
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We Will Call Her Jane
  • Jan 12
  • 1 min

We Will Call Her Jane

Jane fought back the tears until she could no longer. She had found a sympathetic ear – and a passionate advocate – in Gerri Botts Lilly,...
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Brock Saladin - Chief Commercial Officer at Lexmark and Former UWBG Board Member
  • Jan 10
  • 4 min

Brock Saladin - Chief Commercial Officer at Lexmark and Former UWBG Board Member

“The more people you meet at UWBG, the more you will want to get involved and the more you’ll want to do.”
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We Will Call Him Bobby
  • Dec 29, 2021
  • 1 min

We Will Call Him Bobby

Bobby didn’t know where to start. His sons, ages 1 and 3, had always lived with their mother, Bobby’s former girlfriend, but she had died...
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Cathy Jennings - Franklin County Board of Trustees Member
  • Dec 17, 2021
  • 3 min

Cathy Jennings - Franklin County Board of Trustees Member

“The staff at UWBG has it together. They show up and put 100% towards all the tasks they take on.”
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Allen Waugerman - Current Lexmark CEO
  • Nov 16, 2021
  • 3 min

Allen Waugerman - Current Lexmark CEO

"The first deed they did 100 years ago now trickles down for probably six or seven generations."
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Kathy Jaeger - Board Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair, Associate Director of Tax for Dean Dorton
  • Nov 9, 2021
  • 2 min

Kathy Jaeger - Board Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair, Associate Director of Tax for Dean Dorton

"All of the work and fundraising done by UWBG stays in our local area to help the people in our communities."
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Jade Miles - Young Leaders Society President, Global OEM Sales Account Manager for Lexmark
  • Oct 18, 2021
  • 5 min

Jade Miles - Young Leaders Society President, Global OEM Sales Account Manager for Lexmark

"The more you try to learn and get out and volunteer, the more you truly understand exactly what United Way is doing."
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Mayor Tom Prather - Mayor of Georgetown, Board of Trustees Member and Longtime Supporter
  • Oct 8, 2021
  • 4 min

Mayor Tom Prather - Mayor of Georgetown, Board of Trustees Member and Longtime Supporter

"What we have is the ability to get engaged locally, make a difference locally and in our region through United Way of the Bluegrass."
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Bill Brown - Employee Campaign Chair at JIF, Sweet Dreams Project Supporter
  • Oct 7, 2021
  • 2 min

Bill Brown - Employee Campaign Chair at JIF, Sweet Dreams Project Supporter

"It’s incredibly rewarding to help those in the community in need, especially children."
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Augusta Julian - Retired BCTC President and Former Board Chair from 2014-2015
  • Oct 1, 2021
  • 4 min

Augusta Julian - Retired BCTC President and Former Board Chair from 2014-2015

I’m really pleased that there is an organization like United Way of the Bluegrass here in Central Kentucky. I wish them many years...
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Chas Sargent - Former YLS President, Current Board of Directors Member
  • Sep 27, 2021
  • 3 min

Chas Sargent - Former YLS President, Current Board of Directors Member

The future is very bright. It is an exciting time for those involved with United Way of the Bluegrass to see how things play out...
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9-11 Heroes
  • Sep 11, 2021
  • 2 min

9-11 Heroes

As the 20th anniversary of September 11th falls upon us, United Way of the Bluegrass encourages you to reflect, spend time...
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Yajaira Aich West - ECC at PNC; Former Fayette BOT Member; Led Countdown to Kindergarten Initiative
  • Aug 20, 2021
  • 5 min

Yajaira Aich West - ECC at PNC; Former Fayette BOT Member; Led Countdown to Kindergarten Initiative

"Our UWBG is helping generations succeed by its investments into impactful programs and organizations." ~Yajaira Aich West
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Kevin Middleton - President of United Way of Kentucky
  • Aug 5, 2021
  • 3 min

Kevin Middleton - President of United Way of Kentucky

"United Way is here to improve lives and strengthen communities." ~Kevin Middleton
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Drew Beckett - CEO of Paris-Bourbon County YMCA, Community Impact Task Force Member
  • Aug 2, 2021
  • 5 min

Drew Beckett - CEO of Paris-Bourbon County YMCA, Community Impact Task Force Member

"It always helps to hear input from people that aren’t actively working on a certain project every single day." ~ Drew Beckett
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Sam Mitchell - Valvoline CEO; Centennial Campaign Co-chair; Major Supporter
  • Jul 27, 2021
  • 5 min

Sam Mitchell - Valvoline CEO; Centennial Campaign Co-chair; Major Supporter

We recently spoke with Sam Mitchell, the CEO of Valvoline and a major supporter of United Way of the Bluegrass. Read below to see what...
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In Memory of Samuel “Sam” Barnes -
  • Jul 21, 2021
  • 2 min

In Memory of Samuel “Sam” Barnes -

United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) is currently celebrating our centennial year, and are highlighting 100 Heroes who have been important
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Serenity Wright - Current Chair of Community Impact Task Force
  • Jul 19, 2021
  • 4 min

Serenity Wright - Current Chair of Community Impact Task Force

"The purpose of WayPoint isn’t to create something new, but to bring together the resources that are already available." ~Serenity Wright
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Gregory L. Dixon - Former Board Chair from 2011-2012
  • Jul 14, 2021
  • 4 min

Gregory L. Dixon - Former Board Chair from 2011-2012

"My name wasn’t well known in the community. They said they wanted me, and that they thought I would do a good job.” ~Gregory L. Dixon
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Christian Motley - Chair of Policy & Advocacy Committee, Member of Community Impact Task Force
  • Jul 12, 2021
  • 5 min

Christian Motley - Chair of Policy & Advocacy Committee, Member of Community Impact Task Force

"We are currently really excited about the WayPoint Center strategy. This strategy includes neighborhood hubs that people can visit and..."
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Bradley Stevenson - Partner, Executive Director Child Care Council; Policy and Advocacy Committee
  • Jul 9, 2021
  • 5 min

Bradley Stevenson - Partner, Executive Director Child Care Council; Policy and Advocacy Committee

“United Way is the one agency in town that can pull all the partners together to have the most collective impact on our children..."
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Paula Hanson - Former Board of Directors Chair, Retired from Dean Dorton
  • Jul 8, 2021
  • 4 min

Paula Hanson - Former Board of Directors Chair, Retired from Dean Dorton

“It’s a great experience. The people are great and the work UWBG is doing is great. The model is ever changing as we evolve..."
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Karen Wheeler - Chair, UWBG Franklin County Board of Trustees
  • Jun 24, 2021
  • 3 min

Karen Wheeler - Chair, UWBG Franklin County Board of Trustees

“It’s a great service. Whatever spare time you have or make to volunteer can make a difference for you, too.” ~ Karen Wheeler
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Laura Babbage - Former Campaign Chair 1997-1998
  • Jun 22, 2021
  • 4 min

Laura Babbage - Former Campaign Chair 1997-1998

At United Way of the Bluegrass, we are currently celebrating our centennial year. We are highlighting 100 Heroes who have...
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Vicki Seale - Recently Retired Vice President of Finance and Administration for UWBG
  • Jun 18, 2021
  • 3 min

Vicki Seale - Recently Retired Vice President of Finance and Administration for UWBG

“My heart is really in this organization. I feel like even though I wasn’t in an outward facing role, the work I did"... ~Vicki Seale
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Frank Miklavcic - Franklin Co. Board Member, Senior Games Organizer, and Longtime Supporter
  • Jun 14, 2021
  • 3 min

Frank Miklavcic - Franklin Co. Board Member, Senior Games Organizer, and Longtime Supporter

At United Way of the Bluegrass, we are currently celebrating our centennial year. We are highlighting 100 Heroes who...
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In Memory of Dr. Richard Milich -
  • Jun 9, 2021
  • 1 min

In Memory of Dr. Richard Milich -

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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In Memory of Fred Kissling Jr. - Loyal Volunteer and Donor
  • Jun 4, 2021
  • 1 min

In Memory of Fred Kissling Jr. - Loyal Volunteer and Donor

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Paige Bensing - Lexmark Worker, Former YLS Member, Current Women United Member, and supporter
  • Jun 2, 2021
  • 4 min

Paige Bensing - Lexmark Worker, Former YLS Member, Current Women United Member, and supporter

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Alan Stein - Former Board Chair, Campaign Chair, and Longtime Supporter
  • May 28, 2021
  • 3 min

Alan Stein - Former Board Chair, Campaign Chair, and Longtime Supporter

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Craig Daniels - Current Board Member; Finance Committee Member; Longtime Supporter
  • May 26, 2021
  • 2 min

Craig Daniels - Current Board Member; Finance Committee Member; Longtime Supporter

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Anne Nash - Former Board Member, Current Donor
  • May 19, 2021
  • 2 min

Anne Nash - Former Board Member, Current Donor

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Mayor Linda Gorton - Current Lexington Mayor
  • May 17, 2021
  • 3 min

Mayor Linda Gorton - Current Lexington Mayor

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Tim & Anna Cambron - Longtime Supporters; Current Woodford Trustee Members; Owners of Ruggles Sign
  • May 14, 2021
  • 5 min

Tim & Anna Cambron - Longtime Supporters; Current Woodford Trustee Members; Owners of Ruggles Sign

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Rufus Friday - Former Board Member; Former Herald-Leader President and Publisher
  • May 13, 2021
  • 5 min

Rufus Friday - Former Board Member; Former Herald-Leader President and Publisher

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Bill Farmer - Former President & CEO of UWBG
  • May 7, 2021
  • 4 min

Bill Farmer - Former President & CEO of UWBG

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Morgan Daulton - Former Employee Campaign Coordinator, YLS Member, Former Chair of Finance Committee
  • May 3, 2021
  • 4 min

Morgan Daulton - Former Employee Campaign Coordinator, YLS Member, Former Chair of Finance Committee

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Carol Bates - Former Vice President, Regional Partnerships at UWBG
  • Apr 26, 2021
  • 3 min

Carol Bates - Former Vice President, Regional Partnerships at UWBG

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Thank You, UWBG Volunteers!
  • Apr 21, 2021
  • 1 min

Thank You, UWBG Volunteers!

To celebrate National Volunteer Week, we want to recognize and thank volunteers who lend their time, talents and voices to help us build...
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Doug Michael - CKEEP Site Coordinator
  • Apr 19, 2021
  • 3 min

Doug Michael - CKEEP Site Coordinator

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Dr. Roberto Cardarelli - 211 Advocate
  • Apr 14, 2021
  • 3 min

Dr. Roberto Cardarelli - 211 Advocate

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Winston Faircloth - Former President & CEO of UWBG
  • Apr 12, 2021
  • 2 min

Winston Faircloth - Former President & CEO of UWBG

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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Melinda Kemp - Women United Member, Audit Committee Member, Longtime Volunteer and Supporter
  • Apr 7, 2021
  • 3 min

Melinda Kemp - Women United Member, Audit Committee Member, Longtime Volunteer and Supporter

Over the course of 2021, we will feature 100 Heroes who have been instrumental in our fight for...
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