The United Way of the Southern Tier raised more than $4.6 million last year, officials announced last Thursday.
The total was down slightly from the record set in 2011, in part because of the closure of Sikorsky. The Big Flats employer contributed $40,000 last year.
“Given the closure of Sikorsky ... and the lingering high unemployment rate, we really see many positives in this result,” said Steve Hughes, vice president of Resource Development. “Our annual recognition event allows us to say thank you to our corporate partners and workplace volunteers who help us unite the community around our mission of helping people.”
Thursday, the United Way celebrated its successful campaign with a luncheon attended by almost 250. At the luncheon, the following individuals and organizations received special awards for their contributions:
• Veronica Kastenhuber, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinator for Teamwork.
• Valerie Saltsman, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinator for Organization.
• Maria Ball, Wegmans; and Tammy Wise, St. James Mercy Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinators for Enthusiasm.
• Marty Castellana and Maureen Blaker, Corning Incorporated; and Shana and Mike Graham, Stamped Fittings.
Star Performer Awards, presented to individuals and/organizations that go above and beyond the call of duty with their outstanding performance and sincere commitment to the success of United Way.
• Corning Inc. and Ferrario Ford, Dan Mathers Community Spirit Awards, presented to the employees of an organization with a spirited campaign that demonstrates a strong commitment to our community.
• CVS Distribution Center and Access Midstream, New Campaign Awards, presented to organizations that ran their first campaigns with enthusiasm and outstanding results.
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 139, Charles B. Patton Spirit of Labor Award, presented to an organized labor union that excels in its support and involvement with United Way.
Continuous Giving Awards, presented to organizations that have increased giving for five consecutive years: Bellohusen Orthodontic Associates, Gerould’s Professional Pharmacy, Gough Holding Corporation, Mengel, Metzger Barr & Co. LLP, Pathways, Inc., Southern Tier Legal Services, Target, United Way of the Southern Tier.
Division Awards, presented to organizations whose campaigns stand out among their peers:
• Manufacturing: Corning Incorporated
• Education: Horseheads Central School District
• Finance: Chemung Canal Trust Company
• Retail: Wegmans
• Health & Human Services Arnot Health: Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital.
The United Way of the Southern Tier raised more than $4.6 million last year, officials announced last Thursday.
The total was down slightly from the record set in 2011, in part because of the closure of Sikorsky. The Big Flats employer contributed $40,000 last year.
“Given the closure of Sikorsky ... and the lingering high unemployment rate, we really see many positives in this result,” said Steve Hughes, vice president of Resource Development. “Our annual recognition event allows us to say thank you to our corporate partners and workplace volunteers who help us unite the community around our mission of helping people.”
Thursday, the United Way celebrated its successful campaign with a luncheon attended by almost 250. At the luncheon, the following individuals and organizations received special awards for their contributions:
• Veronica Kastenhuber, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinator for Teamwork.
• Valerie Saltsman, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinator for Organization.
• Maria Ball, Wegmans; and Tammy Wise, St. James Mercy Hospital, Outstanding Company Coordinators for Enthusiasm.
• Marty Castellana and Maureen Blaker, Corning Incorporated; and Shana and Mike Graham, Stamped Fittings.
Star Performer Awards, presented to individuals and/organizations that go above and beyond the call of duty with their outstanding performance and sincere commitment to the success of United Way.
• Corning Inc. and Ferrario Ford, Dan Mathers Community Spirit Awards, presented to the employees of an organization with a spirited campaign that demonstrates a strong commitment to our community.
• CVS Distribution Center and Access Midstream, New Campaign Awards, presented to organizations that ran their first campaigns with enthusiasm and outstanding results.
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 139, Charles B. Patton Spirit of Labor Award, presented to an organized labor union that excels in its support and involvement with United Way.
Continuous Giving Awards, presented to organizations that have increased giving for five consecutive years: Bellohusen Orthodontic Associates, Gerould’s Professional Pharmacy, Gough Holding Corporation, Mengel, Metzger Barr & Co. LLP, Pathways, Inc., Southern Tier Legal Services, Target, United Way of the Southern Tier.
Division Awards, presented to organizations whose campaigns stand out among their peers:
• Manufacturing: Corning Incorporated
• Education: Horseheads Central School District
• Finance: Chemung Canal Trust Company
• Retail: Wegmans
• Health & Human Services Arnot Health: Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital.
