How has/will the downturn in the economy affect United Way’s ability to reach its campaign goal this year and next?
We simply cannot allow the economy to affect our community’s ability to help those in need. We’re all in this together and if we all do our part we can continue to provide help for our neighbors. We know with this tremendous need, there’s a great opportunity for people to see the work United Way does in this community and understand its value. Also, keep in mind, less than 10% of Miami-Dade’s residents currently make a gift to United Way. There’s enormous opportunity to increase our ability to help people. In addition to renewing current gifts, we are focused on bringing new people to the table and ask them to help their neighbors in need.
