Opportunities From: VolunteerME Greater Franklin County

Are you a person who enjoys:

Bringing order to things?

Connecting with patients by phone?

Utilizing your computer skills?

Helping to get mailings out the door?

If so, you will enjoy volunteering in our offices. There are a wide range of projects that you can support, ranging from filing, preparing packets for patients, organizing materials for volunteer trainings, entering data into a variety of spreadsheets, making phone calls to check on patient satisfaction or patient needs, helping to get mailings out or any number of other projects. You’ll be matched with specific projects based on your interests, experience and schedule.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

The answer really varies on this one. If you enjoy connecting with people on the phone, you’d likely be a good fit for some of our phone check-ins. Some of our happiest office project volunteers are people who love to take ownership of getting a project completed, a mailing sent out or packets ready for whoever needs them next. Other office volunteers really enjoy the chance to work with other volunteers and work as a team on whatever needs to be done that week. If you enjoy word processing and/or spreadsheet work, we often have both short-term and ongoing work using those skills. And if you have an eye for color and design, we sometimes have special projects that could benefit from those skills, too. Technical skills can be a plus as well. Again, we really work to match volunteers with the office projects that will be the best fit for them.

Training Requirement:    Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides six hours of training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you a military veteran?

Are you interested in serving as good company for our patients who are veterans and/or recognizing their military service?

As a proud partner in the We Honor Veterans program, we are always seeking veteran volunteers who would be willing to volunteer with other veteran patients. This might mean connecting with terminally ill veteran patients by phone or visiting with them where they live. Our veteran Hospice patients also have the opportunity to have their military service recognized through a special pinning ceremony offered by our veteran volunteers. These experiences are frequently very meaningful to the patient, his or her family and our veteran volunteers.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with our other Hospice volunteering opportunities, great listening skills are essential for this role. Our Veteran-to-Veteran program also requires volunteers to be sensitive to the wide variety of military experiences that our veteran patients have had, a range of perspectives on that service and very individualized needs in terms of how that service impacts patients and their families at the end of life. Our patients are also looking for good company, so you’re likely a good fit for this if you enjoy getting to know people and learning about their life. In addition to discussing military history and its impact, our patients might request someone who would be willing to read to them, engage in cards or games, chat with them (maybe even in French), help with cards or letters or sometimes just sit together. Visits may also provide respite time so that family members who are the patients’ primary caregivers are able to get well-deserved breaks. If you’re looking for a compassionate way to honor and respect fellow veterans at the end of their lives, we invite you to consider joining us.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training (which includes a component of veteran-specific training), a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure for the 20 hours of Hospice training is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment  At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits, though veteran pinning ceremonies are sometimes requested on weekends when a patient would like more loved ones to be present.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait 1 year before doing Hospice volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you interested in supporting someone through the grieving process?

As part of our ongoing services for our Hospice patients, we provide bereavement support to their loved ones during the year after the Hospice patient has died. Some of our volunteers provide supportive phone calls, some provide supportive in-person meetings, some respond to requests to support a family in preparing for an upcoming loss and others help with mailings and events. We also have periodic openings for facilitators for our grief support groups. In addition, many volunteers help make Camp Dragonfly, a day-long program for grieving children and teens, happen each year.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

As with many of our volunteer opportunities, strong listening skills are key. You’ll also likely be a good fit if you enjoy getting to know people and are comfortable being with them during a variety of stages through the grieving process. Our volunteers may be matched with a patient’s loved one a day after the patient has died or months later. In-person meetings might take place in a coffee shop, other public place, or in the patient’s home. In addition to listening and providing support, volunteers sometimes also help connect individuals with other helpful resources. Depending on your comfort level and preferences, you may be matched with survivors of any age.

Training Requirement:  Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 12 hours of Bereavement training, 3 hours of General Volunteer training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. Training is typically offered twice a week for three hours over the course of two weeks. Individuals interested in co-facilitating a grief support group are provided an additional 12 of hours of Bereavement Facilitator training. Any volunteers who wish to work with Camp Dragonfly must also complete a Department of Health and Human Services background check, also offered by Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment: At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available: Most needs are for weekday visits. Support groups are offered at both daytime and evening hours during the week.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: We ask that anyone who has experienced a significant loss themselves wait at least 1 year before doing Bereavement volunteering.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Do you love to knit or crochet?

Our Peaceful Passages program provides special packages to Hospice patients that are designed to offer comfort to patients and their families at the end of life. Each special package includes an angel token, a worry stone with a special message, a candle, and a booklet of poems and prayers with a space for patients to write their thoughts, memories and feelings and a handmade comfort shawl. Each shawl is labeled “This comfort shawl was handmade for you with prayers and thoughts of love.” We have patterns available, though we also invite volunteers to use their own patterns as long as they fit within the general framework of dimensions that we will provide. Our goal is for the shawls to wrap comfortably without a patient having to hold on to them. We very much appreciate the variety of colors, patterns and textures that we receive in our donated shawls.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

If you enjoy handcrafting things, know how to knit or crochet and would like to help someone feel cozy, comforted and thought of at the end of their life, then this is the perfect job for you.

Training Requirement:  No required training.

Ongoing Commitment: No ongoing commitment. We would appreciate as many or as few shawls as you wish to make!

Dates/Times Available: Knit or crochet wherever and whenever you’re comfortable, on your own or in a group.

Next Steps:  Respond here and we will follow up by phone. We will also provide the basic parameters and process needed for our shawls. If you would like a knitting or crochet pattern, we have those available as well. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Do you love to drive?

Our homebound patients sometimes need someone to give them a ride to important medical appointments. They also sometimes need help picking up medications or groceries. We will match you with patients in your area and also offer reimbursement for much of your mileage. Despite our fantastic network of volunteers, we often have transportation requests that we are unable to fill.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

If you love to drive, you’re probably already a good fit. You can also appreciate how frustrating it can be for our patients when they are unable to take care of essential needs on their own. Patience is also another essential quality if you’re interested in volunteering as a driver. There are times when things don’t go exactly as planned, whether that might be a patient who gets confused or an appointment that takes longer than expected. We’ll always be here to back you up, but it’s helpful if you’re someone who is flexible. In exchange, you will get to meet some great people, make a real difference in someone’s ability to meet some key needs and get to spend some time behind the wheel.

Training Requirement:    Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides six hours of training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday appointments and pick-ups

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note: Our volunteer drivers use their own vehicles, so in addition to a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, you need to have a vehicle in good working condition and up to date auto insurance.

Thank you for considering volunteering with

Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

Are you interested in serving as good company for terminally ill patients?

We are always looking for compassionate individuals who are interested in supporting terminally ill patients in their homes, in nursing facilities or at our Hospice House. These volunteers provide vital companionship to patients and crucial respite breaks for caregivers. Some volunteers also assist with critical needs like grocery shopping, medication pick-up or transportation.

How would I know if I’m a good fit for this?

The most essential skill for this role is great listening skills. If you are someone who enjoys getting to know people, this is likely a good fit for you. In addition to trying to find opportunities to volunteer close to your home, we also match patients and volunteers based on interests and requests. This could include things like a shared interest in cribbage, the ability to speak (and sometimes sing) in French, openness to sitting outside in the sunshine, helping a patient record her/his life story for family members, reading aloud, helping write cards or letters, playing cards, scrapbooking or sometimes just sitting with someone. Patients sometimes have special outing wishes-—maybe a chance to have their favorite ice cream one last time. Many of our patients enjoy reflecting on their life experiences and are very appreciative of someone who is interested in listening.

Training Requirement:      Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice provides 20 hours of comprehensive Hospice training, a background check and TB testing at no cost to you. The usual training structure is two training sessions per week for several weeks, with each session lasting three to four hours.

Ongoing Commitment:     At least two hours per week for one year

Dates/Times Available:     Most needs are for weekday visits. The Hospice House does need volunteers from 4 to 8 p.m. to serve as greeters, assist in the kitchen and to visit patients. Individuals or small groups welcome for this.

Next Steps: Respond here and we will schedule a time to talk with you by phone to review options and share upcoming training times. We also invite you to visit our website at www.ahch.org for more information on our organization.

Special Note:  We ask that anyone who has experienced the recent loss of a loved one wait at least one year before becoming a Hospice volunteer.

 Thank you for considering volunteering

with Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice

We are always seeking new board members who are passionate about promoting literacy and volunteerism. This role requires teamwork and the following time commitments:

Attend Board Meetings, Fundraisers, Or any activity by a board member.

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce maintains a website that is a hub for information on community events, business news, a local directory of its members and area information.  The Chamber also maintains a Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram page that it uses to engage the community.

The intern will work to optimize the website by editing existing pages and creating more dynamic and engaging material for its audience.  The intern will also work on the Chamber’s social media platforms to promote the chamber and its members and build a bigger audience.

For more information on the Chamber, please visit their website at:  www.franklincountymaine.org

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce prepares a guide that highlights what Franklin County has to offer. The Guide includes advertisements, key area information, attractions for all seasons, area events and a business directory.  The intern will gather information and present it in an accurate, eye-catching, and easy-to-read fashion using Adobe Suite programs.

Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for working with a committee to research and gather all required information, make sure all information is updated and accurate and that new information in each category is included. The intern will assist with the design the Guide for publication and physical distribution and for the placement on the Chamber’s website.

Qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and writing) skills
• Organizational skills
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite programs
• Graphic design skills
• Research skills

Day of Caring is a mobilization of volunteers to celebrate the spirit of giving through service by providing a morning or afternoon of meaningful volunteer opportunities to individuals of the community. Volunteers will be assigned to a local organization where they tackle meaningful volunteer projects and can make a big difference in their local community. Locations and events vary year-to-year, so keep an eye out!

Position Summary: A Employee Campaign Manager (ECM) is someone who is an employee of a business or organization that runs a United Way Workplace Campaign. The ECM is the primary contact to United Way and helps to organize presentations to staff, help educate staff on the work United Way does, schedule necessary events, incentives, etc. to encourage other employees to participate in the workplace campaign.

Responsibilities: Be the liaison between the business/organization and United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and promote the United Way’s mission. Look for opportunities to make positive changes and increase workplace participation. In coordination with the United Way staff, develop an approach to the workplace campaign each year.

each day our food closet has to be set up for service this takes about an hour to two hours also an hour after closing to put everything away.  contact for further details.

Come in and spend time with our guest to help fill times when we don't have staff.. Volunteers are important to help run the shelter so we don't have to close when staff are not available. 

The Lunch Buddy program is a mentoring program for students who need extra time and attention from a caring adult. Mentors meet with a Mallett School student once a week for lunch and share recess time. They may go out on the playground, or stay inside and do activities (play games, read, draw, etc). The students look forward to and enjoy the one on one time with their “buddy”. In existence for over fifteen years, the program has involves many UMF students and community members who serve as Lunch Buddy mentors. Some buddies stay with their students for successive years, offering the student valuable time and consistency. Lunch Buddies typically takes place for one hour between 11:30-1:00 lunch/recess time block at either Mallett School, Cascade Brook, or Cape Cod Hill School.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer.

Girl Scouts of Maine is looking for volunteers in all areas of Maine.

The Community Energy Challenge is a Greater Franklin County volunteer-based initiative that uses the simple, low-cost winterization strategy of interior storm window panels to keep heat inside homes, thus saving energy and money during the harsh winter. Panels are measured, built, and installed collaboratively with homeowners and trained volunteers working together. Workshops begin in September and volunteers are needed to help build the windows. Training is provided.

Internship #211 – United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Employer: United Way of the Tri-Valley AreaInternship Number: 211Internship Title: Social and Digital Media CoordinatorLocation: Farmington, MainePeriod of Engagement: Ongoing – available each term: spring, summer and fallCompensation: NoneDescription of the Internship: The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is part of a national system that works towards achieving common good in our communities. We strive to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community. We do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes; raising funds to meet those needs; and, collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.The goal of our Social and Digital Media Development project is to strengthen our presence in the community and outlying areas through coordinating our social media presence with LinkedIn, Facebook Twitter, blogging, Pinterest, et al with an eye to increasing traffic to our various online connections, including our website with uploading and updating of digital media.Responsibilities:At a minimum, the student intern will work to improve our online presence by making our website engaging and interactive – creating a community conversation and loyalty.For digital media development, we would like the intern to update online digital files and keep current those files appropriate to ongoing events and activities, capturing online articles and other media outlets, as well as those of our partners.We are anticipating a need for developing an online auction and online yard sale.Qualifications:• Passion for making a positive difference in the community• Good telephone, writing, and computer skills• Experience with social media and website development• Experience with uploading digital media is necessary• Experience/skill with blogging is a plusWe are particularly interested in someone with creative, fresh ideas and willing to explore new concepts. This person will need to keep up with responding to comment with an eye to generating online community conversation and loyalty.Application Process:Application is made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement.Complete and submit the Partnership’s Internship Application Form online. Return to the Internship Opportunities Listing

Position Summary: A Campaign Chair has responsibility for managing the United Way Annual Campaign, with support from United Way staff and the Campaign Cabinet. The Chair is ideally, part of a team of three with the individuals representing different strengths and geographic regions. Responsibilities: Be the public face of the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area and promote the United Way’s mission. Evaluate and analyze past Campaign results with the Campaign Cabinet and look for opportunities to make positive changes. In coordination with the Campaign Cabinet, develop an approach to the Campaign. This includes identifying existing and new workplace campaigns, and monitoring activity in these campaigns at each monthly Campaign Cabinet meeting. Assist United Way staff with Campaign activities that are outside the individual workplace campaigns. (Campaign Kick-Off, Annual Meeting, etc.) Evaluate campaign upon completion and suggest changes for next year. Time Commitment: Depending upon the extent of the campaign, and volunteers’ involvement, time commitment will vary. On average, six-ten hours a month is to be expected, over the course of September, October, November and December.

Western Maine CA$H Coalition is a community Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and a member of CA$H Maine.  NO TAX EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED! JOIN OUR TEAM! FREE IRS TRAININGS for this upcoming tax season to provide free tax preparation assistance and financial asset coaching to those living in Greater Franklin County while building your resume, learning new skills, meeting new people and assist your neighbors.  This group of volunteers knows how to turn a routine thing like tax returns into a fun and loving gathering so why not join them this tax season and give back to your community by helping working families. It's all free- even the IRS training. Call us (207.778.5048). Tax season starts late January- A four hour commitment per week for at least 5 weeks during tax season is ideal. Evenings and weekends are when volunteers who have been trianed during November are asked to assist with tax preparation.  Feel free to call or email with any questions. 

Position Office Resource Assistant   Worksite Address: 232 Broadway, PO Box 126, Farmington, ME 04938 Position Description This position requires the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office environment in a setting that respects donor and client confidentiality. Specific duties include: • Answering phones, providing appropriate and accurate information, transferring calls as appropriate and taking messages.• Greeting visitors to the office and assisting with requests for resources as required.• Getting mail from the post office.• Assisting with mailings.• Database updating and records management with oversight.• Assisting staff with tasks to support their work as requested.• Office maintenance (light cleaning as needed); assisting with maintenance of office equipment.• Position also may include support of special initiatives (such as Cut-A-Thon and Packs for Progress) and fundraisers. Skill level needed, or that will be provided: Position requires comfort dealing with people, compassion, organizational skills, follow through, independence, and a willingness to learn new skills.The volunteer and site supervisor will meet for a performance evaluation two weeks after initial engagement, or after a total of 30 service hours have been completed. The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area reserves the right to extend this volunteer engagement, or not renew the engagement at this time if performance is unsatisfactory, or needs change. Expectations of the volunteer: • Read, sign, and abide by the UWTVA Code of Ethics and adhere to workplace working conditions and rules. • Provide three references that will be contacted by supervisor prior to volunteer engagement.• Understand that a criminal history record check will be completed.• Communicate special accommodation requests to supervisor prior to engagement in work as necessary.• Ask questions to ensure growth and job satisfaction when needed.• Meet with site supervisor weekly to ensure good communication.• Provide 2-hour notice if unable to fulfill commitment. Reliability and consistency is expected. • Engage with United Way of the Tri-Valley Area on a strictly volunteer basis. NO COMPENSATION WILL BE RECEIVED FOR SERVICES, with the exception of mileage reimbursement when driving on UWTVA business. We appreciate your service and look forward to making a positive impact in our community - together!

Join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Board of Directors Campaign Cabinet Committee.  UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.  UWTVA goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way. The duties of the Campaign Cabinet will be to plan, organize, and conduct the annual campaign for funds, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors. There shall be a minimum of ten persons appointed as members of the Campaign Cabinet by the Chairperson. The Chairperson(s) shall be the Campaign Chair(s).

The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area   (UWTVA) is seeking an Upward Bound student to work with the organization’s Community Resource Coordinator that serves Greater Franklin County. The student will enthusiastically assist with developing new initiatives, recruiting volunteers, and interviewing those interested in volunteering, while assisting in updating local volunteer opportunities with organizations in need of volunteers. Student will also promote and help implement selected United Way initiatives and programs. The Upward Bound student will help promote United Way and advocate for the volunteer sector by demonstrating the return on investment such as health benefits, increased employment skills, etc. Working as a representative of the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s Volunteer Center, this Upward Bound position requires strong communication skills, independence, and a willingness to work with people individually and in groups connected to promoting and advocating for the volunteer sector in Greater Franklin County.

Daily Monday through Friday12-2 pm. Monday 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

This volunteer work is needed nightly five days a week, Monday thur Friday and afternoons on Saturday and Sunday. It reguires sorting perishable foods for quality and putting them into proper storage areas.  It will also include setting up the shelves to display available foods for the coming day.

Engage with the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area to work collaborativley as a team to support the United Way's Mission and Vision. Board members meet once a month and participate in an orientation. Please see the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area.Join the team. Change a life, right here, right now and be a part of our Vision, Mission and Goals: VisionThe United Way of the Tri-Valley Area seeks solutions to meet immediate basic human needs, and create long lasting positive change. MissionThe United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community. It does this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County. GoalsWhen you join forces with United Way, you don't simply change lives, you change your community. The serious problems that devastate people's lives, and threaten the welfare of our entire community are many and varied. However, most arise from the same set of root causes. Root causes that we, at the United Way, in collaboration with our community partners are working hard to eliminate.

Join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Board of Directors Nominating & Governance Committee.  UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.  UWTVA goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way. Duties include: Recruting, nominating, and cultivates board leadership

Join United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Board of Directors Finance Committee.  UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.  UWTVA goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way. The Finance Committee shall be comprised of no less than three members including the Treasurer, who shall be Chairperson, and the Executive Director. The committee shall meet at the call of the chairperson or the President. The primary role of the Finance Committee is to provide the expertise needed to assure the full Board that the organization is on sound financial footing by: 3. Providing oversight of the budget and other financial matters. 4. Keeping the board informed of the general financial status of the organization. 5. Writing and updating the organization’s long range financial plan. 6. Working with the administrator to develop and recommend to the Board the annual budget. 7. Ensuring that generally accepted accounting principles are practiced by the organization. 8. Performing such other responsibilities as are necessary to ensure the sound financial management of the organization.  

UWTVA mission:  The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.  Our goals: Strengthen Families and Children Increase Independence and Financial Stability Improve Health Respond to Emergencies and Meet Basic Human Needs By identifying the community's most pressing problems, supporting or developing programs that best address those problems, and measuring the program results, the United Way makes sure donor support makes a difference in the Tri-Valley Area. The United Way knows that together we can do more than any one of us can achieve alone. If, in addition to helping others in our own special ways, every employed person in our Tri-Valley area contributed just $1.00 per week to our United Way Community Fund, we would create a resource of over $800,000 annually. This would enable our community to invest much more in new and expanded programs designed to solve community problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve the quality of life for all of us. That's the power of our community working together the United Way. The Ethics Sub-committee is a committee that falls under the combined Executive and Personnel Committee (please refer to Executive and Personnel Committee opportunity under the "United Way of the Tri-Valley Area". It is convened on an as needed basis to address ethics concerns related to Community Partners, Board members, or United Way staff.