2014 ANNUAL REPORT

Connecting Challenges with Opportunities

Celebrating 90 Years 2Meet ALICE 4Stepping Into ALICE’s Shoes 6How United Way Supports ALICE Households 7

Campaign Recap 16Resources and Results 18Financial Statements 19Volunteers and Staff Listing 2164th Annual Community Service Award 25

When a company or organization is in operation for nearly a century, it can be difficult to stay relevant, address challenges in changing times, and deliver consistent results. Our United Way hasn’t just kept up with the times; we’ve continued to be a leader in the improvement of lives for children and families throughout our community, and 2014 was a banner year.

This year, our United Way joined with United Ways across our state and in five other states to take the lead to challenge today’s perceptions of financial hardship through the ALICE Report. ALICE is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, households earning more than the federal poverty level, but not enough to afford basic necessities.

We introduced ALICE to our community at the MetroHartford Alliance’s Rising Star Breakfast in August with a panel of experts on working families moderated by CNBC’s Ron Insana. When the ALICE Report was released in November, it received front-page coverage by every major daily newspaper in the state. In addition, it was among the top 10 stories accessed online at The Hartford Courant for 2014.

As part of our support of working families in 2014, United Way and our partners helped put $27.5 million in refunds and credits into the pockets of ALICE households during tax season, and more than 1,200 professional women at Power of the Purse demonstrated their commitment in securing financial-literacy programs for local women and families.

Our United Way also partnered with Hartford Business Journal and the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving to hold the first ever Business Gives Back forum which focused on corporate social responsibility and engaging employees in the community.

And the Hartford Campaign for Grade-Level Reading and the Coalition for New Britain’s Youth have each been awarded a Pacesetter honor by the National Campaign for Grade-Level Reading for the second time for their work in ensuring children are reading on grade level by the end of third grade. United Way is proud to play a leadership role within both coalitions.

For the past two years, it has been my great honor to lead this organization in its efforts as a leader in creating lasting change for local children and families. The dedication and passion of the United Way volunteers, board and staff have proven to be the most memorable and personally inspiring things I will take away from my time as Chair. Their hard work help us all Live United.

Now in its 91st year, our United Way is uniquely positioned to bring together the people, partners, leaders and institutions with the passion and resources to address the underlying causes of the complex issues that face our community. And, together, we are making progress and will continue to do so for our next 90 years.

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA Aetna Inc. Chair, Board of Directors

TABLE OF CONTENTS

A Banner Year for Our Community, Our United Way

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBAChair, Board of Directors

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Dear Friends,

We ran our first campaign 90 years ago — the Community Chest campaign in support of 24 non-profit organizations, some of which we are still supporting. That first campaign was supported by 450 volunteers who helped raise more than $381,000 in 10 days. Today, hundreds of workplaces and thousands of community members support our campaign with giving and events throughout the year. A lot has changed, and we’ve learned a great deal.

It may have been all about raising dollars for that first campaign in 1924, but over the past 90 years we’ve learned that, for United Way, it’s also about engaging those who call this place home and giving voice to those who often find themselves voiceless.

Ninety years ago our areas of concern focused on undernourished children, tuberculosis, the licensing of “day nurseries,” and the overall welfare of families. Our terminology may have changed but the concern and commitment remains the same.

What was once accomplished by volunteers through a Community Council was brought in-house during the 1980’s and continues to be the hallmark of United Way — a process involving community volunteers to invest the dollars entrusted to United Way in programs and initiatives that show real results, demonstrating real change in the lives of children and families. Those dollars used to go to non-profit organizations in support of their overall mission. Today, the dollars are directed to specific programs and initiatives that help create a more vibrant community.

During the 25 years that I have served our United Way in various capacities, we’ve also learned a lot about what real results and real change for children and families look like.

We know that ensuring our children thrive takes more than succeeding in the classroom; it also takes a financially-stable family. We know that jobs paying family-sustaining wages provide solid ground, but financial tools and resources can create true success. We know that raising dollars is critical to our community’s success, but so is inspiring and mobilizing community members to volunteer and advocate for long-lasting change for all.

No one organization can do it alone, and it is through connecting people and passions that we’re able to make lasting change. Together we can, and we will, make our region an even better place to live, work and raise our families for the next 90 years.

Susan B. Dunn President and CEO

Reflections

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1920s

Celebrating 90 Years

1924

William R.C. Corson, Vice President of Hartford Steam Boiler

Arthur Collens, Vice President of Phoenix Mutual

William S. Conning, Stockbroker Founder of Conning

1928Hartford Community Chest hires its first full-time director, Leroy A. Ramsdell.

Great Depression begins and the Community Chest mobilizes to fight hunger.

Undernourished children, diabetes, tuberculosis, diptheria immunization, dental clinics, licensing of day nurseries.

1940s

1943Renamed Greater Hartford Community Chest

1949The campaign goal reaches $1,228,629.08. Katharine Hepburn appears at the kick off to Greater Hartford Community Chest Fund Drive at the Bushnell Memorial.

1955 The Flood of ‘55Greater Hartford Community Chest mobilizes to help victims of the flood.

1963 Lofty GoalsFor the first time ever, Greater Hartford Community Chest sets a goal over $2 million.

1930sUnemployment, pre-natal care, public health programs,childrens health,housing conditions,immigration laws,need for playgrounds to keep children from playing in the streets,vacation camps for poor children.

The Chest joins 300 cities, providing war relief and services at home for members of the armed forces and their families.

1950sHeart disease,crippled veterans,water quality,cerebral palsy,measles, treatment of the elderly, meals on wheels program.

1960sHearing aids,child guidance clinics,aid to unwed mothers,aid to neglected children.

Areas of Concern

1973Greater Hartford Community Chest becomes United Way of Greater Hartford

1975It’s estimated that 200,000 people in the state are unemployed. In response to this critical situation, United Way publishes Services You May Need When Unemployed.

1977Dale Gray becomes president of United Way

1979United Way of Greater Hartford becomes United Way of the Capital Area

Hartford Community Chest was Founded

First campaign Old State House, 450 volunteers “Fill the Chest,” raised $381,732

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1970sHigh school dropouts,inner city students, education, premarital and marital counseling,single parents, adoption planning, the handicapped,inner-city youth summer programs.

1990s1980sServices for abused children, drug and alcohol abuse, nutrition education, feeding the poor and homeless,legal aid programs for the poor and elderly,medical treatment for newborns, handicapped advocacy.

Alcohol and drug abuse,basic human needs,employment and job training,youth development,community organizing and neighborhood development, education, legal services, early childhood education, juvenile violence.

2000sEarly childhood education, comprehensive youth development, homeless-ness, HIV/AIDS, mental illness, primary and preventive health care, family financial security, workforce development, early literacy.

2010sHunger and nutrition,early childhood education, substance abuse, after school programs.

1982Gov. William O’Neill declares October United Way Monthciting United Way as “the largest voluntary human service effort in Connecticut.”

1983Avon United Way affiliates with United Way of the Capital Area

1984Canton United Way affiliates with United Way of the Capital Area

1987United Community Services (Berlin and New Britain) affiliates with United Way of the Capital Area

1991Windham Region United Way affiliates with United Way of the Capital Area. Member agencies total more than 100 in 40 towns.

1993Purchase and move into new offices on Laurel Street

1994Dale Gray retires and George Bahamonde becomes the fourth president in United Way’s history.

2001United Way launches Volunteer Solutions, a new online database that links volunteers to opportunities targeted to their area or interests.

2006George Bahamonde, President and CEO of United Way passes away. Susan B. Dunn named President and CEO.

2008United Way of the Capital Area becomes United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

2010Women’s Leadership Initiative, now Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) founded in Hartford

2012Emerging Leaders Society establishedin Greater Hartford, now more than 400 members strong

2014United Way raises more than 24 Million during the campaign

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Meet ALICELast fall, Connecticut United Ways unveiled the first statewide ALICE Report, a data-driven, comprehensive research project that quantifies the situation confronting many low-income working families across our state – in our urban, suburban and rural communities. The Report documents that the number of Connecticut households unable to afford all of life’s basic necessities far exceeds the official federal poverty statistics. United Way calls this newly revealed demographic ALICE, an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.

We all know ALICE.

ALICE may be your family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues, and represents every race, ethnicity and gender, from every town in our state. ALICE is your nursing assistant, child care worker, home health aide, car mechanic, store clerk, and office assistant – workers essential to every community’s success, but who struggle to survive on what these jobs pay.

Monthly Survival Budget in Our Region

This budget uses the minimum cost option for each of the five basic necessities – housing, child care, food, transportation and health care – plus taxes and 10 percent for items such as toiletries, work clothes, and cell phones. It is a conservative estimate of the monthly costs to get by, and does not account for savings or large emergency expenses.

Why Does This Matter To Me?

When the cost of housing squeezes a budget, families may have to live in unsafe housing. Inexpensive, processed food replaces fresh produce and more nutritious meals. Emergency room treatment replaces less costly preventive care. Parents may not be able to give their child much-needed academic support if they’re working a second job to try to make ends meet. And the reality is that child care and housing make up half of an ALICE family’s monthly budget. These things matter to our entire community.

One in three families, including hard-working ALICE families who live above the federal poverty line, struggle to pay bills, put food on the table and make ends meet every day.

This bare-minimum budget does not allow for any savings, leaving a household vulnerable to unexpected expenses. Affording only a very modest living in each community, this budget is still significantly more than the U.S. poverty level of $11,170 for a single adult and $23,050 for a family of four.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO AFFORD THE BASIC NECESSITIES?

HOUSEHOLD SURVIVAL BUDGET FOR UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL AND NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT

Monthly Expenses Single Adult Family (infant & pre-K)

Housing $806 $998 - $1,038

Child Care $0 $1,414 - $1,533

Food $196 $592

Transportation $352 $704

Health Care $121 $482

Miscellaneous $153 - $156 $464 - $484

Taxes $181 - $187 $451 - $495

Monthly Total $1,687 - $$1,721 $5,106 - $5,328

Annual Total $20,248 - $20,648 $61,269 - $63,935

Hourly Wage $10.12 - $10.32 $30.63 - $31.97

ALICE88,018 Households 23%

Above ALICE229,365 Households 65%

Poverty 44,005 Households 12%

ALICE 332,817 Households 25%

Above ALICE 883,367 Households 65%

Poverty141,628 Households 10%

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL AND NORTHEASTERNCONNECTICUT SERVICE AREA

CONNECTICUT

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United Way is a champion for working families.

United Way brings people together to solve community problems and connect the essential building blocks of education, financial security, health and basic needs to build a strong foundation for families.

We look at the big picture.

A good education is essential to getting a good job with health benefits. An income that can cover today’s needs and save for tomorrow, solidifies a family’s foundation. Good health helps children succeed at school and enables adults to be healthy and productive at work. It’s all CONNECTED.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO AFFORD THE BASIC NECESSITIES?

HOUSEHOLD SURVIVAL BUDGET FOR UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL AND NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT

For more information and to read the full United Way ALICE Report for our region visit UnitedWayInc.Org/ALICECT

HEALTH

EDUCATION

FINANCIALSECURITY

BASIC NEEDS

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Liz Gagne is a leader in United Way’s Women’s

Leadership Council and has been involved with

United Way for two decades. Since she began

volunteering with and supporting United Way,

nothing has had an impact on her quite like her

experience stepping into the shoes of ALICE families

during United Way’s Making Choices activity.

The interactive role-playing activity, in which

participants take on the difficult decisions

ALICE families face each day, reinforced

Liz’s support of United Way and framed

our community in a new light.

“The Making Choices activity

presents a simple and frank way

of understanding the challenges

ALICE families face every day.

It humanizes the difficulties and

helps you understand why the

work of United Way is so

important.” she says.

Stepping into ALICE’s Shoes

Full story and video: UnitedWayInc.Org/Liz

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METROHARTFORD ALLIANCE RISING STAR BREAKFAST: ALICE – A LONG WAY FROM WONDERLAND

On Friday, August 1, we kicked off the 2014 United Way Campaign at the Rising Star Breakfast – ALICE: A

Long Way from Wonderland. More than 200 attendees learned more about ALICE. The event featured a

panel of ALICE experts, moderated by CNBC’s Ron Insana, senior analyst, and financial industry expert.

Other panelists included: William M. Rodgers, III, PhD, professor and chief economist, Heldrich Center at

Rutgers University; Scott Gaul, director, Community Indicators Project at Hartford Foundation for Public

Giving; and John Franklin, president and CEO, United Way of Northern New Jersey. A pre-reception for

leadership donors was hosted by NBC Connecticut.

See photos from both events at UnitedWayInc.Org/ALICEBreakfast and UnitedWayInc.Org/ALICEReception

How United Way Supports ALICE Households

2014 YEAR OF CARING

More than

3,500 volunteersfrom more than

50 workplaces

Since 1992, local workplace volunteers have participated in United Way Year of Caring, connecting companies to the volunteer power of their employees to improve lives for children and families throughout the year.

MAKING CHOICES ACTIVITY

1 in 3families in our region walk a financial tightrope

United Way created an opportunity for people to walk in ALICE’s shoes. During Making Choices, people work as a “family,” making tough decisions in order to make ends meet for the month. Learn more: UnitedWayInc.Org/MakingChoices

More than

500 peopleand nearly 20 workplaces participated in Making Choices during the fall.

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2014 DAY OF ACTION AND NATIONAL SUMMER

LEARNING DAY

78 volunteersparticipated in both events, giving out more than

200 books to families in Hartford and New Britain. UnitedWayInc.Org/DayOfAction

On United Way Day of Action volunteers from communities around the world improve conditions where they live.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL CELEBRATIONS

United Way volunteers helped raise attendance awareness at a variety of Back-to-School Celebrations in Hartford and New Britain by providing families with tools to help their children start the school year off right. To support the Hartford Campaign for Grade Level Reading, 40 Emerging Leaders also stuffed 600 backpacks with school supplies, which were handed out to children on August 22 at the City of Hartford’s Third Annual Time to Read Celebration. Watch the event video to see how our volunteers got involved: UnitedWayInc.Org/TimeToRead

LITERACY KITS

In the past year, nearly

1,600 childrenin our community received Literacy Kits made by more than

600 volunteers.

United Way Literacy Kits inspire creativity among volunteers and bring books to life to deepen children’s reading experience. They also help children build their libraries at home with grade appropriate books. Learn more at UnitedWayInc.Org/LiteracyKits

NEW BRITAIN’S SUMMER ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCE (S.E.E.)

Four years ago, New Britain Youth Network, a collaboration of over 25 youth-serving agencies, joined with the Consolidated School District of New Britain, our United Way and American Savings Foundation to implement an innovative, extended-day summer learning program to include experiential learning combined with traditional instruction. At the end of the summer, 40 United Way volunteers helped out at the S.E.E. celebrations. Read one story: UnitedWayInc.Org/Jordan

UNITED WAY READERS

The United Way Readers Program, in partnership with educators, was created to mobilize volunteers across our community as one way to help children read on grade level by the end of third grade. In 2014, 200 volunteers provided one-on-one assistance to students in Enfield, Hartford and New Britain schools, for a total of nearly 1,500 hours of reading. UnitedWayInc.Org/Read

220 volunteersalso participated in Read Across America Day and Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, reading to more than 7,000 students in classrooms.

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Some S.E.E. results include: • In 2014, 421 students completed pre- and post-tests to assess their spelling proficiency. The

students were asked to spell words specially chosen to represent a variety of spelling features and patterns. Overall, 80 percent of students increased in correctly spelling features (portions) of words and 72 percent increased their ability to spell whole words.

• In the first quarter of academic year 2014-15, 57 percent of students have attendance equal or better to first quarter last year.

EMERGING LEADERS SOCIETY

Since its inception in April 2012, more than

400 members from more than 70 area workplaces

raised more than $270,000

United Way Emerging Leaders Society (ELS) is a new generation of leaders committed to BIG and LASTING change in our community. Members inspire change through volunteerism, collaboration with peers and community leaders, personal and professional development, and networking with a purpose. UnitedWayInc.Org/EmergingLeaders

SPIN FOR KIDS

14 teams

$9,000 raised

Emerging Leaders did something BIG, PHYSICAL and PHILANTHROPIC! The second annual Spin for Kids event took place on Sunday, November 9 at the Wilson-Gray YMCA Youth and Family Center in Hartford. The teams all showed their LIVE UNITED spirit by dressing up in funky, customized costumes!

BRIGHTEN THE WAY FOR OUR YOUTH

$4,000 raisedto benefit children’s academic success through the Read. Learn. Succeed. Program and purchase books for United Way Day of Action in June.

On May 14, nearly 100 guests attended the Emerging Leaders Society’s Brighten the Way for Our Youth held at Farmington Gardens.

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL EDUCATION INITIATIVE

In July, the WLC announced a new education engagement initiative to support early-childhood education. In celebration, their fourth anniversary event was held in Hartford on October 9 at Dwight-Bellizzi Asian Studies Academy, in partnership with COMPASS Youth Collaborative.

Nearly

75 womenmobilized around two Literacy Kit events and one Family Literacy Night in the fall.

30 familiesattended the Family Literacy Night, and 260 Literacy Kits were distributed to families.

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THE WLC FUNDS HARTFORD’S FAMILY FINANCIAL CENTERS, thanks to Power of the Purse attendees and its sponsors, TD Bank, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and MassMutual. Since the inception in 2011:• More than 440 participants have attended financial education classes;• 370 people have attended one-on-one coaching sessions;• 40 women have enrolled in matched savings accounts to save for education or job training,

housing, or transportation; and,• 675 tax returns were prepared at the two VITA sites at the centers, returning $1,739,951 in federal

refunds and credits to working families.

Hear Erica Davy’s success story: UnitedWayInc.Org/Women/WhatWeDo

POWER OF THE PURSE LUNCHEON AND SILENT AUCTION

The WLC’s signature event, Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction was held on June 3 at the Connecticut Convention Center. The event included more than 200 silent auction items, such as designer and one-of-a-kind purses, networking, lunch, and international, inspirational speaker, Dr. Tererai Trent, Oprah Winfrey’s “all-time favorite guest.” The night prior, a VIP Reception was held at The Hartford.

1,200 womenand a few good men raised

$227,000

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

169 local members

United Way Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) is a diverse, passionate and dedicated network of women. Members help strengthen women and families in our community. Locally, the WLC connects women by offering meaningful professional development and volunteer opportunities, and one-of-a-kind fundraising, networking and signature events. UnitedWayInc.Org/Women

are part of a global

network of

62,000 women

POWER OF THE PURSE SPONSORS ENJOYING THE EVENT AND RECEPTION

Special thank you to our 2014 Power of the Purse title sponsors, TD Bank and The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., and premiere sponsor, MassMutual, for strengthening local women and families.

Dr. Tererai Trent – 2014 Power of the Purse speaker Empowering Families, Women and Girls Around the World

“If you give opportunities to women and girls, it is the best investment you can make” – Dr. Trent

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VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA)

Since 2003, our United Way has supported the local VITA Campaign, helping lower-to-moderate wage-earning families file taxes fast and free.

In 2014, 300 IRS-certified volunteers committed more than 10,000 hours of service at free tax sites in Greater Hartford, Enfield, New Britain and the Windham Region. This resulted in 10,400 taxpayers receiving $27.5 million in federal refunds and credits through VITA and MyFreeTaxes.com – money used to save, pay bills and invest back into our community.

Learn more: UnitedWayInc.Org/FreeTaxRefunds Read one VITA story: UnitedWayInc.Org/WindsorLocksVITA

VOLUNTEER BUDGET COACHING

United Way’s Volunteer Budget Coaching program, sponsored by The Prudential Foundation, re-launched in May. Budget Coaches play a crucial role in helping participants create and maintain a budget, pay bills on time and save for the future. In partnership with the Women’s Business Development Council, so far nearly 50 volunteers and 50 participants have been matched. Read one story: UnitedWayInc.Org/Stephen

90%of participants achieved their short-term financial goals, decreased expenses, and continued tracking their income and expenses.

100%of participants said they gained a better understanding of their incomes and expenses, insight into how debt is affecting their monthly budget, made changes to finances, and learned better money management skills.

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS COLLABORATIVE OF METRO HARTFORD

Recognizing that jobs with advancement opportunities put people on the path to financial security, United Way is a founding member of Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford. Committed to developing an educated, self-sufficient workforce with skills that give regional employers a competitive edge, Workforce Solutions works with more than 70 employers in healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation, distribution and logistics to help low-income job seekers find employment and to advance the careers of lower-wage earners.

Brian Gallagher, president and CEO, United Way Worldwide gives our United Way a “shout out” on USA Today. Watch the video UnitedWayInc.Org/USATodaySegment

To date, 485 job seekers and

1,185workers have enrolled in education

and training of which 692 have attained

new career credentials and 131 gained

new employment.

Read Umar’s success story here: UnitedWayInc.Org/Umar

2014 VITA AND MYFREETAXES PARTNERS INCLUDE: Bank of America and Bank of America Charitable Foundation; Bloomberg Philanthropies/Cities of Service Impact Volunteering Fund; City of Hartford; Community Accounting Aid and Services; Hartford Foundation for Public Giving; Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc.; Internal Revenue Service; Liberty Bank Foundation; New Alliance Foundation; United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut; United Way of Connecticut/2-1-1; The Village for Families & Children; Walmart Foundation; and, Webster Bank.

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At a young age, Jorge’s world was turned upside down. His family was evicted from their apartment, and his father was incarcerated. His reading and math scores were significantly below grade-level. Jorge felt lost and was unsure his life would change for the better.

Challenge

CONNECTING FAMILIES TO HOUSING, EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AND WORK

How Your Dollars Make a Difference

people in job training programs

were able to secure employment.

770people were connected to services such as child care assistance, rental subsidies, SNAP, and

public healthcare with assistance from United

Way-supported programs.

4,400More than

people improved career skills through training

on computers, customer service,

critical thinking and communication.

2,275

Opportunity UNITED WAY HELPED JORGE. NOW JORGE HELPS OTHERS THROUGH MENTORING, AND BY SERVING ON THE BOARD OF THE ORGANIZATION THAT HELPED HIM.

Jorge found help when he needed it most in a United Way-supported after-school program.

Program tutors provided one-on-one instruction that helped him build and improve reading skills, and by middle school, Jorge was reading on an 11th-grade level.

When his family was evicted, program staff helped connect them with temporary housing through United Way 2-1-1.

When he turned 16, Jorge wanted to work to help his family, so he turned to the after-school program staff once again. They helped him get his first job, enabling him to help his mom pay the bills and afford school clothes.

Today, Jorge works at the same after-school program he participated in as a child. He’s also an honors student preparing to attend college next fall.

Full story: UnitedWayInc.Org/Jorge

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Parents’ involvement in their children’s education is critical to their success in school. The local school district was aware of this, and many parents were eager to positively influence their kids’ education. Cultural and language barriers, however, prevented the schools, students and parents from reaching their full potential.

Challenge

CONNECTING FAMILIES TO EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT

youth improved skills needed for

academic success.

4,600

How Your Dollars Make a Difference

children in quality early

childhood education programs gained skills needed to

succeed in kindergarten.

2,500youth improved their academic performance as

a result of participation in

after-school programs.

3,200Nearly

Opportunity UNITED WAY-SUPPORTED PARENTING AND ACADEMIC PROGRAMS HELPED OMAR’S KIDS SUCCEED IN SCHOOL AND INSPIRED HIM TO IMPROVE HIS OWN EDUCATION.

It was once Omar’s job to help increase parent engagement in Windham schools. He did so by connecting parents to available resources, including United Way-supported after school programs and Common Sense Parenting.

In the programs, parents were provided tips for supporting their children’s education at home and information on how the school system works.

Parents became stronger advocates for their children and overall involvement in their children’s education increased. As a result, students received the support needed to succeed at home and in the classroom.

To Omar, the benefits of the programs were undeniable, so he decided to enroll his own family.

Today, his two oldest kids are at the top of their classes; parenting tips have helped enhance home life; and, Omar became inspired to improve his own education. He’s working on his master’s degree to continue enhancing life at home and in the community.

Full story and video: UnitedWayInc.Org/Omar

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Looking Back at 2014 Workplace CampaignsMary E. McLaughlin, regional senior vice president of Comcast’s Berlin-headquartered Western New England Region,

served as our 91st Campaign Chair. Mary’s personal challenge to our community was to raise more dollars to support

lasting change in our 40-town region through United Way.

“The energy and commitment Mary brought to the 2014 campaign was extraordinary. Her leadership was demonstrated

not only in the number of donors and community leaders she touched but in our overall campaign results,” said

Susan B. Dunn, president and CEO. Check out more about Mary: UnitedWayInc.Org/MaryMcLaughlin

United Way Best Of Awards

United Way’s fifth annual Best Of Awards, sponsored by Comcast, United Technologies

Corporation, and UTC Building & Industrial Systems, were held on the evening of

Friday, February 20, 2015, with nearly 400 people in attendance. The event recognized

organizations and individuals across our region that demonstrated outstanding effort

and creativity in leading the 2014 United Way Campaign at their workplaces. Winners

of the 22 awards included both workplace and agency partners. The highest honor

of the night, “Spirit of the Campaign,” was awarded to the United Technologies

Corporation Family of Companies. Check out the list of winners and more

photos: UnitedWayInc.Org/BestOf

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Jumpstart Campaign Coordinator Training and Bus Tour

To prepare for the upcoming campaign at their workplaces, more than 100 campaign coordinators joined us for Jumpstart on June 17. Following an engaging morning of training and participation in the Making Choices activity, many joined United Way staff on a bus tour through the city of Hartford with a visit to Stop & Shop. While at Stop & Shop, attendees took part in activities that raised awareness about the struggles faced by working families. One eye-opening experience was the SNAP Challenge, allowing people to experience what life is like for millions of low-income Americans living on a daily food stamp stipend of just $4.15.

Discovering Infinity Music Hall & Bistro

On September 10, leadership givers kicked off campaign giving by discovering the new Infinity Hall Hartford with United Way staff and 150 guests. While rocking out to music by Soul Sound Revue, guests networked, enjoyed an exclusive behind the scenes tour of the music hall and ate delicious cuisine from Executive Chef Dan Fortin.

University of Hartford Men’s Basketball Game

On Saturday, February 28, more than 350 of our contributors and volunteers attended United Way Night at the University of Hartford’s Men’s Basketball game. This event is one opportunity to thank our supporters by inviting them, and their family and friends, to join us for a fun evening both on and off the court.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Because of you, children learn to read and families succeed.

WORKPLACE CAMPAIGNS

THE 2014 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN

400 area workplaces and more than 25,000 total employees participated. Together we raised $24,143,000for children and families in our community.

LEADERSHIP GIVING

2,500 contributors were leadership givers, each generously giving $1,000 or more to support the 2014 United Way Campaign.

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2014 UNITED WAY COMMUNITY INVESTMENT RESOURCES AND RESULTS Contributions to United Way Community Investment in 2014 improved

lives and created positive change for everyone in the 40 towns of central and northeastern Connecticut. To contribute to Community Investment, please visit unitedwayinc.org/give

Ensuring Children are Successful

Family Financial Security

Basic Needs

52%

Other 501(c)(3)s

32%

14%

41%

45%

How gifts to Community Investment were spent in 2014 (Includes contributions to United Way and its interest areas)

How giving was directed in 2014

Designations to United Way Partner Agencies

5%

Philanthropy Fund

Community Health Charities and Partners

4%

Other United Ways

3%

Community Investment

4%

52%

48%

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION JUNE 30, 2014

ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,942,585 Pledges receivable, net of estimated uncollectibles 7,213,549 Other receivables 151,185 Investments 16,915,567 Investments held in trust by others 6,869,123 Prepaid expenses and other assets 158,367 Plant and equipment, net 1,627,818

Total assets $ 35,878,194

LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 465,864 Campaign support due to Community Health Charities 764,388 Agency program support payable 8,104,752 Donor designations payable 3,507,530 Grants payable 1,474,157

Total liabilities 14,316,691

NET ASSETS

Unrestricted 13,107,253 Temporarily restricted 343,307 Permanently restricted 8,110,943

Total net assets 21,561,503

Total liabilities and net assets $35,878,194

How Your Dollar Makes a Difference

people received basic food assistance.

26,000Over

people with intellectual

disabilities learned skills to help them live independently.

1,200Nearly

lunches served to children and parents by the Enfield Lunch Bunch in 2014. Additionally,

633 backpacks, full of supplies, were provided to children for the upcoming school year. 134 volunteers helped with Lunch Bunch.

3,300

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CAMPAIGN AMOUNTS RAISED $24,350,064

Add: Contributions from other United Way campaigns, net of donor designations 375,337

Less: Uncollectible pledges (900,191) Community Health Charities’ share of campaign proceeds (1,164,392) Amounts designated by donors (10,753,677)

Net campaign revenue 11,907,141

Other revenue: Investment income, net of fees of $25,000 450,111 Income from trusts held by others 405,891 Legacies and bequests 94,632 Community grants, initiatives and service income 304,628 Administrative fees on amounts raised on behalf of others 271,680 Rental income 96,018 Gifts in kind 124,008 Miscellaneous revenues 321,630

Total other revenue 2,068,598

Total public support and revenue 13,975,739

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT AND PROGRAM SERVICES:

Community support and gross funds distributed 19,668,069

Less: Community Health Charities’ share of campaign proceeds (1,164,392) Amounts designated by donors (10,753,677) Community Investment (program support) 7,750,000 Grants and initiatives 404,628 Community Investment services 1,591,629

Total Community Investment and program services 9,746,257

SUPPORT SERVICES:

Resource development 2,599,880 Management and general 1,373,229

Total support services 3,973,109

Total Community Investment, program and support services 13,719,366

Operating surplus 256,373

NON-OPERATING REVENUES AND EXPENSES:

Realized gain on sale of investments 625,441 Changes in unrealized gain on investments 1,276,514 Pension related changes other than net periodic pension cost 159,516

Change in net assets 2,317,844

Net assets, beginning of year 19,243,659

NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR $21,561,503

STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES JUNE 30, 2014

1924 Society: Legacy Giving

We are deeply grateful to our 1924 Society members, and we appreciate their commit-ment to the 40-town region we call home.

Members of the 1924 Society as of July 1, 2014:

Estate of Adrienne Allen

Margot & Lee † Allison

Fredrick K. Bailey †

Henry T.J. Becker

Harold C. Buckingham, Jr.

Howard & Sue Carver

Dr. Ann M. Curran †

Ray & Ronnie Deck †

Janice E. DeDominicis

Susan B. & Ned Dunn, Jr.

Estate of Isidore S. Geeter, M.D.

Estate of Elizabeth † & Virginia Hicks

Estate of Richard & Marie McCabe

Claire & Millard † Pryor

Lew & Amy Robinson

Mr. & Mrs. Peter † Russell

The Wellman Family Fund

Don & Jean Wilson

Henry M. Zachs

Four contributors who wish to remain anonymous.

You can perpetuate your commitment to real, lasting change through a planned gift to United Way.

There are many ways to contribute, whether through your will, a gift of stock, or a retirement plan or life insurance policy. You’ll enjoy membership in United Way’s prestigious 1924 Society – and you’ll ensure that long after your lifetime, future generations in our 40 towns have opportunities for a good life.

To learn more, please call United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut at (860) 493-6800.

† Deceased

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Board of Directors

OFFICERS

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA, Chair* Aetna Inc.

Gregory C. Toczydlowski, Treasurer and Vice-Chair* Travelers

BOARD

Donald Allan, Jr. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Jose Aponte Chair, Windham Region United Way Advisory Board Windham Public Schools

Michael J. Auseré Northeast Utilities

Peggy Buchanan* Connecticut AFL-CIO

Michael M. Byrne, Jr. Chair, Emerging Leaders Society UBS Realty Investors, LLC

Julio A. Concepcion MetroHartford Alliance

Eric Daniels Robinson & Cole LLP

William F. Dowling Chair, United Way of New Britain and Berlin Advisory Board Sports Consultant and Attorney

Robert E. Earley Chair, United Way of North Central Connecticut Advisory Board Comcast Corporation

Otto Eichmann Pratt & Whitney

Dr. Derek A. Franklin Clinical & Forensic Consultants

Michael Goldbas Deloitte LLP

Jeffrey Hubbard TD Bank

Angela Kahrmann VOYA Financial

Margaret Marchak Hartford HealthCare Corporation

Shawn J. Maynard* Windham Hospital Foundation

Colleen McGuire University of Connecticut

Mary E. McLaughlin* Comcast Corporation

Patricia Meiser Meiser Sports Consulting

Natalie B. Morris* United Technologies Corporation

Brian A. O’Connell Citizens Bank

Kolawole A. Olofinboba Fairview Capital Partners

James O’Meara* Webster Bank

Karen Prendergast Greater Hartford Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO and The State of Connecticut – Department of Insurance

Lynn Ryan Goodwin Capital Advisers, a Conning Company

Cynthia Ryan* Cigna Corporation

Michelle Stronz, PhD Chair, Women’s Leadership Council Epiphany Enterprises

Lyn G. Walker* Shipman & Goodwin LLP

Jennifer L. White The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Teresa C. Younger Ms. Foundation for Women

Advocacy Committee

Peggy Buchanan Connecticut AFL-CIO

Michael Goldbas Deloitte LLP

Karmela Malone The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Brian Osoba Central Connecticut State University

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA Aetna Inc.

Katherine Scierka McCue Mortgage

James Sicilian Day Pitney LLP

Jack Soos Pratt & Whitney

Audit Committee

Lyn G. Walker, Chair Shipman & Goodwin LLP

Howard L. Carver Silverthorne, CO

Kevin E. Flaherty Webster Bank

Christine A. MacIsaac East Granby

Benefits and Compensation Committee

Cynthia Ryan, Chair Cigna Corporation

Robert Andrews West Hartford

Alfred Enagbare, PhD Travelers

James Martin Barnum Financial Group - MetLife

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Erin Ridge The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Roberto Rosario The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Timothy Sullivan Wells Fargo Advisors LLC

Best Of Awards Event Committee

Liz Giannetta-Ramos COMPASS Youth Collaborative, Inc.

Janet Gonzalez Connecticut Department of Children and Families

Beth Goodwin Harc, Inc.

Myra Lee Conning

Kathy McDonald United Technologies Corporation

Lorna Sager Community Health Charities of New England

Meg Sheehan Pratt & Whitney

Community Investment Changing Community Conditions Committee

Otto Eichmann, Chair Pratt & Whitney

Lourdes Ardel Eastern Connecticut State University

Stephan L. Christiansen Conning

Jason Rojas Trinity College

James Walsh Hartford Investment Management Company

Joyce Willis Bloomfield

Community Engagement Committee

Michael Goldbas, Chair Deloitte LLP

Sonya Green Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

Tobye Karl Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center

Yvette Meléndez Hartford Hospital

Paul H. Mounds, Jr. The Office of Governor Dannel P. Malloy

Robert Nims Cigna Corporation

Kimberly Armstrong Silcox Eastern Connecticut State University

Jack Soos Pratt & Whitney

Community Investment Operations Committee

Brian Osoba, Chair Central Connecticut State University

Stephen Balcanoff Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Venton B. Forbes FaithCare Inc.

LaTasha Hunter Hartford Public Schools

Stephen Nightingale West Hartford

Bhavin Shah Lincoln Financial Group

Kay Sherman-Iyare UPS Capital Business Credit

Jennifer L. White The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Community Investment Volunteers

Thomas Allen The Office of Senator Richard Blumenthal

Stephen Balcanoff Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Michael Bartley Connecticut Department of Labor

Elizabeth Bartron Glastonbury

Kirk Becker Student, Central Connecticut State University

* Executive Committee Member Executive Committee served as 64th Community Service Award Committee

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL AND NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEERS† AND STAFF

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Eddie Bryan Mickelson, Jacobs & Bozek, LLC

Thomas Calvocoressi Berlin

Pamela Carignan The Salvation Army of Greater Hartford

Steven J. Casey Northeast Utilities

Rebekah Castagno The Village for Families & Children

Eileen Castolene The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Isabel Chavarro Student, Central Connecticut State University

Jenny Comerford The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Mario Conjura People’s United Bank

Lisa Conti Lincoln Financial Group

Cindy Dubuque University of St. Joseph

Shayna Ellovich Glastonbury

Yanlin Fan Student, University of Connecticut

Jessica Feldman Aetna Inc.

Lori Fernand The Trust for Public Land

Venton Forbes FaithCare Inc.

Laura Friedeberg Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Gary Guminiak Hallmark Cards, Inc.

Donna Hamzy The Health Consultants Group

LaTasha Hunter Hartford Public Schools

Renae James Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford

Celestino Jimenez City of Hartford

Ailish Keating Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford

John Kidwell Glastonbury

Gary Kozak Community Health Charities of New England

YukShan Li Hartford Public Schools

Linda Lissack Hartford

Bob Mathieu West Hartford

Christopher McGoldrick United HealthCare

Larry Michaud American Eagle Financial Credit Union

Sarah Miner Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford

Stephen Nightingale West Hartford

Brian Osoba Central Connecticut State University

Edward Palasek Community Solutions, Inc.

Katie Rock Our Piece of the Pie, Inc.

Lorna Sager Community Health Charities of New England

Cristina Santiago Hartford Public Schools

Cheryl Scroggins Pratt & Whitney

Michele Sexton Robinson & Cole LLP

Bhavin Shah Lincoln Financial Group

Kay Sherman-Iyare UPS Capital Business Credit

Sara-Beth Sidla Lincoln Financial Group

Lloyd Smith Bloomfield

Carrie Stockman West Hartford

Mike Stockman West Hartford

Kathryn Talbot Columbia

Anne Theriault University of Connecticut

Colleen Tighe Little Blessings of Farmington Valley, LLC

Darlene White Farmington Bank

Jennifer L. White The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Adam Zinkievich The Salvation Army of Greater Hartford

Hartford County Emergency Food and Shelter Program – Local Board

Pamela J. Brown Town of Enfield

Anne M. Danaher Jewish Family Services of Greater Hartford

Beth D. Ferrari Avon Congregational Church

Major Brian Glasco The Salvation Army of Greater Hartford

Judith Gough Catholic Charities, Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford

Christine M. O’Rourke Foodshare, Inc.

Deborah V. Rutledge Manchester Area Conference of Churches

Ellen Perkins Simpson Friendship Service Center of New Britain, Inc.

Emerging Leaders Society Steering Committee Members

Michael M. Byrne, Jr., Co-Chair UBS Realty Investors LLC

Bobby Nims9, Co-Chair Cigna Corporation

Maia Brooks9 UTC Aerospace Systems

Jennifer Burns TD Bank

Rebekah Castagno9 The Village for Families & Children

Jessica Feldman Aetna Inc.

Todd Francis UTC Aerospace Systems

Stephanie Hong Cigna Corporation

James Moher Grit ‘N Wit

Kelechi Ndu The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Ashley Netz Cigna Corporation

E.J. Ososki9 Acadia Insurance Co.

Katherine Ramirez Connecticut Children’s Medical Center

Kamarlia Reid Lincoln Financial Group

Paige Rhymer The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Anthony Shannon Shipman & Goodwin LLP

Jack Soos9 Pratt & Whitney

Erik St. Pierre PartsTech, Inc.

Stanley Williams Hartford Public Schools

Finance Committee

Gregory C. Toczydlowski, Chair Travelers

Donald Allan, Jr. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Otto Eichmann Pratt & Whitney

Steven C. Erickson Whittlesey & Hadley

Laura House BlumShapiro

Joanne Roux Berlin

Investment Committee

Christopher Wilkos, Chair The Phoenix Companies, Inc.

Kevin E. Flaherty Webster Bank

Michael P. Hermsen South Glastonbury

David J. Jorgensen The Jorgensen Group at Morgan Stanley

Alan S. Kosan Segal Rogerscasey

Kolawole A. Olofinboba Fairview Capital Partners

Charles L. Olson People’s United Wealth Management

9ELS Founding Members † Lists include those who were serving actively as of December 31, 2014.

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL AND NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT VOLUNTEERS† AND STAFF CONTINUED

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Nominating and Governance Committee

Shawn J. Maynard, Chair Windham Hospital Foundation

Nancy Bernstein Women’s Health Connecticut, Inc.

Luis Cabán Hartford

Kevin E. Flaherty Webster Bank

Margaret Marchak Hartford HealthCare Corporation

Karen Prendergast Greater Hartford Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO

Margarita Torres Hartford

Lyn G. Walker Shipman & Goodwin LLP

Non-Discrimination Policy Review Committee

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA, Chair Aetna Inc.

Robert E. Earley Comcast Corporation

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Brian Osoba Central Connecticut State University

Organizational Planning Committee

Jose Aponte Windham Public Schools

Michael Bartley Connecticut Department of Labor

Otto Eichmann Pratt & Whitney

LaTasha Hunter Hartford Public Schools

Gail Kulas Lego Systems, Inc.

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA Aetna Inc.

Gregory C. Toczydlowski Travelers

Organizational Planning Work Groups

Michael Bartley Connecticut Department of Labor

Robert E. Earley Comcast Corporation

Otto Eichmann Pratt & Whitney

Tauheedah Jackson Hartford Partnership for Student Success

Ronald J. Jakubowski Consolidated School District of New Britain (retired)

Gail Kulas Lego Systems, Inc.

Karmela K. Malone The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Natalie B. Morris United Technologies Corporation

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA Aetna Inc.

Jason Rojas Trinity College

Gregory C. Toczydlowski Travelers

Joyce Willis Bloomfield

Power of the Purse Steering Committee

Elizabeth Gagne,t Co-Chair Travelers

Sue Ellen Kerr, Co-Chair The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Melanie Cecarellit Smith Designs, LLC

Tracy Charbonneau The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Marina Luri-Clark Marina Luri Events

Patricia Cushman United Technologies Research Center

Jocelyn DeMaio The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Julia Dickson Cigna Corporation

Briana Hollenbeck Aetna Inc.

Julie Lopes TD Bank

Roxanna Booth Millert Hartford Youth Scholars Foundation, Inc.

Resource Development Committee

James O’Meara, Chair Webster Bank

Julio A. Concepcion MetroHartford Alliance

Eric Daniels Robinson & Cole LLP

Jeffrey Hubbard TD Bank

Bill Kenney Test My Pitch

Lindsley Wellman Wellman Consulting

Anthony Sisti Strategic Business Solutions

2014 United Way Campaign Sponsored Executives

Kathleen Benoit Sponsored by United Technologies Corporation

Caryn D. Ferris Sponsored by The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company

Frank Frisoli On Loan from UTC Aerospace Systems

Paul Horvath Sponsored by Webster Bank and Day Pitney LLP

Drew Mitchell Sponsored by Pratt & Whitney

Joshua Rush Sponsored by United Technologies Research Center and Mutual of America

Gary B. Soltoff Sponsored by UTC Building & Industrial Systems

United Way of New Britain and Berlin Regional Advisory Board

William F. Dowling, Chair Sports Consultant and Attorney

Mike Ball RICH Products

Michael Bartley Connecticut Department of Labor

Charles Bogoian Kenai Sports

Briggitte Brown Asamblea De Iglesias Christianas Unidas, Inc.

James Fletcher TD Bank

Michael Gorzoch Gorzoch and Associates

Ronald J. Jakubowski Consolidated School District of New Britain (retired)

Susan E. Pease Central Connecticut State University

Karen L. Perham-Lippman Comcast Corporation

Tim Restall New Britain Rock Cats

Michael Schroeder Central CT Communications

William E. Schuch Del Conte, Hyde, Annello and Schuch, PC

Katherine Scierka McCue Mortgage

Lindsley Wellman Wellman Consulting

United Way of North Central Connecticut Regional Advisory Board

Robert E. Earley, Chair Comcast Corporation

Jennifer Barry Bay Path College

Steven J. Casey Northeast Utilities

Yvette Highsmith-Francis Community Health Center, Inc.

Karen Jarmoc Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Andrew Kulas UTC Aerospace Systems

Lais Lingenfelter TD Bank

Carissa Pape 360 Federal Credit Union

Tony Rosinski C&S Wholesale Grocers

Faith Scavetta Hallmark Cards, Inc

Steven Wawruck Windsor Locks Town Departments

Gail Kulas Lego Systems, Inc.

David Alexander State Representative, 58th Assembly District- Enfield

tWLC Founding Members † Lists include those who were serving actively as of December 31, 2014.

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Windham Region United Way Regional Advisory Board

Jose Aponte, Chair Windham Public Schools

Mario Conjura, Vice Chair People’s United Bank

Donna Evan Nutmeg Broadcasting Company

Dr. Patricia Garcia Windham Public Schools

Cathleen Paquette University of Connecticut

Luis Rodriguez Eastern Connecticut State University

Carol Polsky TD Bank

Antonio Santiago Jr. Department of Labor

Jennifer Holt Windham Chamber of Commerce

Peter Zlotnick Zlotnick Construction

Women’s Leadership Council Steering Committee

Michelle Stronz, PhD, Chairt Epiphany Enterprises

Noreen A. Randazzo,t Vice-Chair The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Melanie Cecarellit Smith Designs, LLC

Francine Christiansent Christiansen Consulting

Jocelyn DeMaio The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Elizabeth Gagnet Travelers

Sue Ellen Kerr The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Meghan Lachert Travelers

Peg Lesiak Farmington

Mary Ann Lubeskiet New Hartford

Karmela K. Malonet The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Roxanna Booth Millert Hartford Youth Scholars Foundation, Inc.

Janet Flagg-Rawlinst VA Connecticut Healthcare System

Charlene Ridgeway The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.

Lynn Sullivan Morgan Stanley Dean Witter & Company

United Way Staff

As of March 1, 2015

Susan B. Dunn l President and CEO

Paula S. Gilberto l Senior Vice President

Thomas W. Glynn Vice President of Finance and Administration

Sania Ahmad eBusiness Coordinator

Kimmy Boulier l Receptionist

Liz Buczynski l Community Investment Assistant Director

Melissa Camacho l Grants Manager

Maura Cook Community Engagement Senior Manager

Diana Desnoyers Community Engagement and Community Investment Administrative Assistant

Brent Dietz IT Manager

Patrick Doyle l Community Engagement Senior Manager

Karyn Durant l Donor Services Quality Assurance Manager

Kezia Ferrara l Finance Operations Senior Manager

Jennifer Gifford l Community Engagement Director

Evan Gregory Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Amy Helbling Marketing Communications Manager

Ricardo Henriquez Community Investment Senior Manager

Kayla Hernandez Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Kate Lincoln Resource Development Administrative Assistant

Valerie March Human Resource and Payables Manager

Tomeka Martin l Donor Services Director

Julian McKinley Marketing Communications Manager

Brian Mezzi Community Engagement Manager

Lindsey Niarhakos l Controller

Jennifer Paquette Resource Development Manager

Ann Péan l Donor Relations Senior Manager

Bree Scott-Pelczar Affinity Groups Manager

Elaine Pertillar l Administrative Services Senior Manager

Jennifer Pettit Community Investment Manager

Libby Richardson l Events Manager

Kimberley Russo l Community Investment Director

Anita Ford Saunders, APR Marketing Communications Director

Laura Schmelter Resource Development Director

Gary B. Soltoff Donor Relations Manager

David Taylor l Donor Relations Manager

Brittany Tripp Donor Services eBusiness Manager

William Valentine Donor Relations Manager

Aviva Vincent Community Investment Senior Manager

Lorraine T. Zera Executive Assistant to the Office of the President

Consultants

Cheryl Chester Human Resources

Nick Daukas Human Resources

Naomi Lerner Marketing Communications

AmeriCorps VISTA, Community Engagement

Nichole Mayweather

United Way Interns

Jacquelyn Amenta Community Investment

Rebecca Lemanski Community Engagement

Kathryn Mordarski Community Engagement

Kristal Rivera Community Engagement

Stephanie Striebe Marketing Communications

l Employed five years or more with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

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“Conning’s history in Hartford is rich and long. We recently celebrated 100 years and look forward to our next 100. We will continue to help make our community stronger and build a sustainable future workforce for Conning and local industries.

Our commitment to our local United Way and volunteerism strengthens employees’ morale and sense of community, making the Hartford region a better place to live and work.”

Woody E. Bradford, CEO, Conning

64th Annual Community Service Award

“Our company was founded in 1866 to help save lives through improved specifications for boiler design, manufacture and maintenance. Helping found the local United Way was a natural outgrowth of our goal to improve quality of life and safety.

We have very strong roots here and believe in sharing our good fortune with others to impact the community through United Way.”

Greg M. Barats, CEO, The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company

“Phoenix’s involvement in making the world a better place goes back more than 160 years to one of its founders, who was a noted abolitionist working to end slavery in this country.

Today, we continue to make a difference through a combination of employee volunteerism, executive leadership and charitable giving. Last year, Phoenix and its employees contributed nearly $1 million to our local United Way.”

Jim D. Wehr, CEO, The Phoenix Companies, Inc

In 1924, three men, William S. Conning, Founder of Conning, William R. C. Corson of The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company, and Arthur M. Collens of The Phoenix Companies, Inc. led the feasibility study that resulted in bringing the Community Chest, now United Way, to Hartford.

Now 90 years later, these same three companies guided by 21st Century leaders continue to support United Way.

United Way, for the first time looked beyond individual achievement to the legacy of leadership from these companies in awarding its 2014 Community Service Award. Congratulations. Watch the video: UnitedWayInc.Org/FoundingMembers

2014 Annual Report

Wayne S. Rawlins, MD, MBA Chair, Board of Directors

Susan B. Dunn President and CEO

Anita Ford Saunders, APR Marketing Communications Director

Amy Helbling Marketing Communications Manager

Julian McKinley Marketing Communications Manager

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