Campaign Update

UNITED WAY OF GREATER KINGSPORT IS COMMITTED TO CREATING A BETTER LIFE FOR EVERY PERSON IN OUR COMMUNITY

 

KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE – The United Way of Greater Kingsport (UWGK) has raised $980,000, or 28%, of its $3.5 million campaign goal. The dollars raised through the campaign remain within our Greater Kingsport community to improve lives within the areas of health, education and financial stability. UWGK can leverage funds to support 41 programs and 30 member agencies to sustain positive community impact. UWGK fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every member of the community.

 

Michelle Bacon, 2019 Campaign Chair for United Way of Greater Kingsport, has been an advocate of United Way for many years. She remarks, “We invite you to join us in our fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community, because Change Doesn’t Happen Alone. Together, we can make a difference!” Bacon previously announced the $3.5M goal for this year at the Regional Kickoff held at the Holiday Inn of Bristol on August 23rd of this year.  

 

Individuals, companies, or organizations interested in learning more about United Way’s work are encouraged to visit www.uwaykpt.org to learn more.  Contributions may be made directly to the organization by mailing a check to UWGK, 301 Louis Street, Suite 201, Kingsport, TN 37660.  Easy to give online options are also available at www.uwaykpt.org/give. Inquiries may be made by calling (423) 378-3409, ext. 14.

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United Way of Greater Kingsport (UWGK) fights for the education, health, and financial stability of every person in our community. UWGK’s mission is to improve lives. Our vision is a better life for all.