United Way of Morris County Events
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Youth Leadership and Service Council Bowl-a-thon
Bowl-A-Thon Strikes it Rich for United Way
Thursday, May 24, 2007

More than 50 United Way colleagues, friends, and volunteers put their bowling shoes on and showed their support for United Way at the Youth Council's first ever Bowl-a-Thon fundraiser on May 24, 2007 at Rockaway Lanes in Rockaway.

The fundraiser was the brainchild of local high school students who volunteer their time with United Way's Youth Leadership and Service Council, which is sponsored by the F.M. Kirby Foundation, MetLife Community Ventures Program, and State Farm Insurance Companies.  The Council is a student-led volunteer group of United Way that gives young people the opportunity to learn about social issues and become involved in community service. 

Youth Council members were responsible for planning the fundraiser in its entirety, from selling tickets to securing in-kind donations.  Kristen Warms, former coordinator for the Youth Council at United Way said, "It has been such a pleasure to work with this group of young people over the past year; their dedication to the community, and their enthusiasm for all the work that they do is just amazing."

A highlight of the event was a presentation by Youth Council members about their experience over the past year.  About her involvement, Lindsay Wohning, a student at West Morris Central High School, said "I like being a part of the Youth Council because I am aware of problems going on in Morris County and have the opportunity to help people in need."

United Way gratefully acknowledges the event's sponsors:  PricewaterhouseCoopers; Millea Bros., Ltd.; and Rockaway Lanes.  United Way also thanks the many individuals, organizations, and companies that generously supported the event's Tricky Tray raffle:  Bliss Clothing Store; Cascata, the Spa; C'est Cheese; Chatham Sports Shop; The Community Theatre; Commerce Bank; Compass Fitness; Ice Milan Gelateria; Let's Dance Again; Marina n'Style Salon; NewBridge Services; Pine Street Shops; The Office; Running Company; SmartWorld Coffee; Trend Motors; West Side Diner; Laura Baisch; and Brian Schnedeker. 

Thank you all for supporting the Youth Leadership and Service Council and United Way!

To learn more about joining the Youth Leadership and Service Council, please email Diane Kaminskas, or phone 973.993.1160, x100.

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