LOBBY DAY & LEGISLATIVE LUNCHEON

Ohio United Way held the third annual Lobby Day and Legislative Luncheon activities on Wednesday, April 14. United Way leaders from around the state gathered in Columbus to meet with legislators during morning and afternoon appointments, and to share lunch with those legislators who chose to attend or send office representatives to the Legislative Luncheon.

Douglas E. Lumpkin, Director of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, was the guest speaker for the luncheon. His insightful comments provided a clear perspective regarding the climate of need throughout Ohio's communities. He also noted that United Ways provide ongoing leadership and support to the agencies that assist Ohio's citizens in critical need.

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MID-YEAR TRAINING & NETWORK CONFERENCE

SHARING A VISION OF SUCCESS

Ohio United Way's Sharing a Vision of Success Mid-Year Training & Network Conference was held on Monday, May 2, at the Columbus Marriott Airport Hotel, and was well attended by participants from around the state who shared valuable information and input during the day-long event. The conference featured three facilitators who are experts in the fields of public policy, resource development, marketing and media relations, and have varied experiences in the United Way system.

Katie Rennard, Senior Vice President of Resource Development with United Way of Summit County provided an overview of how the landscape has changed for non-profits while the economy has become more and more challenging.

Anthony Ross, President of United Way of Pennsylvania, provided a practical case study of how to build and cultivate external relationships.

Pam Stone, Executive Director of United Way of Marion County, provided an engaging afternoon session that highlighted best practices in communications and media relations.

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FamilyWize.Org Offers Free Prescription Drug Discount Card

As a community service partnership, FamilyWize® is committed to reducing the cost of medicine for children, families and individuals.  To support that commitment, and with a belief that stronger, healthier people make healthier, better communities, FamilyWize is offering a free prescription drug discount card, which saves users 30% or more off the cost of their prescription drugs.

The card, which can be used as often as needed, can be printed at www.familywize.org.