January 27, 2010
Western makes record-breaking United Way Campaign donation of $590,383.
With the help of Western’s cheerleaders, University President Amit Chakma presented United Way’s CEO Andrew Lockie with its 2009 workplace donation – a record–breaking $590,383.
“Western’s commitment to our community is reflected in their exceptional United Way campaign,” says United Way’s CEO Andrew Lockie. “The generosity of their faculty, staff, and students is extraordinary; the dollars raised will have great impact in creating lasting change in London and Middlesex."
Since 1994, Western’s faculty, staff, retirees and students have raised more than $6.3 million for United Way of London & Middlesex.
About United Way
The largest non-government funder of social services in London and Middlesex County, United Way creates real, lasting change to improve the quality of life of all people in our communities. United Way identifies and understands the root causes of social issues; brings together research, experts and resources; initiates and invests in the most needed and proven programs; and develops leaders and skills to strengthen the charitable sector.
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For more information please contact:
Johanna Mesjarik, Communications Coordinator
519-438-1723 ext. 346
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