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| United Way of Grundy County - Celebrating 75 Years

2 United Way of Grundy County is celebra�ng 75 years in Grundy County. There have been many changes over the years but one thing has remained; the mission to “help improve lives.”

Founded in 1946 as the “Community Chest,” a group of local individuals came together to make a difference in the community. The first campaign grants awarded a total of $1,800 to support three local non‐profit agencies.

By the 1960’s, the first office was opened in the Baum Building in Morris. Campaign support con�nued to grow and more funds were being raised to support those in need in the community. The campaign grants also included helping those serving overseas as care packages were shipped to sailors.

In 1970, the name was changed to “Grundy County United Fund, Inc.” By the end of the 70’s, the funds raised awarded 12 local non‐ profit agencies a total of $70,000 in grants.

Support con�nued to increase in the 1980’s, which funded 19 local not‐for‐profit agencies with $250,000 in grants.

Founded as the Grundy County Community Chest

Awarded $1,800 to three local non‐profit agencies

In the 90’s, needs in the community increased and the campaign con�nued to raise more funds to meet those needs. By the end of the 90’s, more than $300,000 supported 23 local agencies.

For its’ first 50 years, the Community Chest/ United Fund organi�a�on was solely governed and managed by the volunteer Board of Directors. Due to the increased work of processing funds and administra�ng grants, in 1999 the first paid staff member, an Administra�ve Assistant, was hired.

In 2002, the name was changed to the “United Way of Grundy County.”

Many changes took place during this era. In 2006, the office moved to the Morris Business & Technology Building where it remains today.

The first E�ecu�ve Director posi�on was added to the staff.

In late 2010, Karen Nall was hired; the third E�ecu�ve Director for the organi�a�on; now celebra�ng her 11th year.

Changed name to First office Grundy County opens in the Baum Building United Fund, Inc.

Awarded $250,000 to 19 local non‐profit agencies.

1999 ‐ First paid staff member hired

United Way of Grundy County funds vital programs and services for the health, educa�on and financial stability of every person in every community.

Invesinng in that posii vely change lives.

Fulfilling Urgent and Basic Human Needs Health & Wellness Improving Financial Stability Helping Youth Succeed Increasing Independence & Self Sufficiency

Connecinng people in need with vital resources to impact posii ve change in our communieees Funding vital programs and services that provide: basic human needs, health, educa�on, income stability, mental health services, homeless preven�on, crisis interven�on, domes�c violence programs, disability services, transporta�on, and disaster relief for youth, individuals, families, seniors, and veterans.

By 2014, more funds were being raised to support programs and services provided by 29 local agencies; awarding more than $350,000 in grants. The surplus funds raised were also awarded to several local agencies by way of mini grants that totaled nearly $100,000.

The United Way of Grundy County Disaster Relief Fund was also established.

In August 2020, the Grundy County 2‐1‐1 was launched. This 24‐hour hotline is a great resource for Grundy County that benefits everyone in the community.

This year, the 75th Anniversary, the United Way of Grundy County is suppor�ng 28 local non‐profit agencies; funding nearly 50 vital programs and services; providing nearly 35,000 units of service annually in Grundy County.

Over the last 75 years, nearly $12 million dollars has been invested in the community to help those in need. It is because of the generosity of the community that United Way is able to support vital programs and services annually to “help improve lives.”

2002 ‐ Changed name to United Way of Grundy County 2006 ‐ Moved office to the Morris Business & Technology Center 2006 ‐ Hired first E�ecu�ve Director 2014 ‐ Awarded $350,000 to 29 local non‐profit agencies and $100,000 in mini grants.

Established a Disaster Relief Fund

Grundy County 2‐1‐1 launched

Suppor�ng 28 local non‐profit agencies; funding nearly 50 vital programs and services; providing nearly 35,000 units of service annually in Grundy County

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Most of the Board of Directors have served on the Board an average of 10 years. Lon Lovelle�e and �andy Matravers each have served more than 20 years, since the mid 90�s, and con�nue to serve today.

The longest posi�on held on the Board of Directors was by Morris resident Al Pilch who served from 196� through his re�rement in 1999.

Paul Nordstrom 2007

Chris�na Van �peren 2011

Grundy‐Kendall ����E� ��e�red�

Grundy County Chamber of Commerce

Ka�e �odine 2015

Jeff Colbert 2018

President

First Midwest Bank

Cor�na, Mueller & Frobish, PC

Randy Matravers 1998 Grundy Bank

Sco� Shannon 2010

Coal City School District

Busey Bank

Treasurer / Secretary

Past President

Exelon ‐ Dresden

Dan Duffy 2006

Jeffrey Heap 2011

Village of Minooka Joliet Junior College

Heidi Lawton 2010

Lon Lovelle�e 1995

Tawnya Mack 2007

Community Member

Paula Mercer 2007 Busey Bank

Community Member

Mack & Associates

John Roundtree 2009

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers

Randy Tatum 2020 LyondellBasell

In September 2021, Karen Nall celebrated her 11th year as the ��ecu�ve Director for �nited �ay of Grundy County.

Thank you to all the Board of Directors, Advisory & Commi�eee Members, Staff and Volunteers from the past to our present for their dedica�oon and service to the United Way of Grundy County.

Karen Nall 2010

Execu��e Director

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J.C. Lawson 2015

Vice‐President

Chris Spencer 2010

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Local community members, represen�ng many industries throughout Grundy County, make up the Board of Directors. These 16 volunteers demonstrate great leadership, passion and dedica�on in support of the mission.

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Thank you, United Way of Grundy County for all that you do for our community!

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Our devoted team of highly-skilled healthcare professionals listen to your needs and work with you to develop the best plan of care.

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United Way of Grundy County helps connect volunteers �ith opportuni�es available in Grundy County� Contact the United Way of Grundy County (815) 942‐4430 or email Info@UWGrundy.org

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Volunteers are invaluable to the non‐profit agencies, the residents served and the en�re co��unity�

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United Way of Grundy County funds vital programs and services for the health, educa�oo and financial stability of every person in every community including: basic human needs, health, educa�on, income stability, mental health services, homeless preven�on, crisis interven�on, domes�c violence programs, disability services, transporta�on, and disaster relief for youth, individuals families, seniors, and veterans.

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