United Way sets local goal

United Way sets

record goal

United Way of Metropolitan

Atlanta, which includes Fayette County, launched this year's campaign

with a record goal of $82.5 million.

The campaign theme, "A New U," centers on how a new United Way

helps the community invest in solutions to the issues citizens care about

most.

"When a donor gives to United Way, he or she does so much more than

support one charity or cause. This campaign is about a community pulling

together resources to meet a common goal," said United way president

Mark O' Connell.

According to O'Connell, United Way has a plan in place, with measurable

strategies for addressing the root causes of crime, breaking the cycle

of violence and working to ensure basic human needs are met.

The community plan focuses United Way investments in five key areas: nurturing

children and youth, strengthening families, increasing economic self-sufficiency,

encouraging citizen involvement and meeting basic needs.

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