06.13.06
UNITED WAY OF GREATER KNOXVILLE ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

United Way of Greater Knoxville is seeking individuals who want to get involved in making Knoxville a better community, announcing today that recruitment for allocations volunteers has begun.

Throughout the year, nearly 200 volunteers from Knoxville and Knox County work diligently to visit more than 145 health and human service programs funded by United Way. In the spring, they review funding requests and distribute the dollars raised where they will get the greatest results. The "allocations" or fund distribution process runs from July to the end of February and helps insure that your gift to United Way is working to build a stronger community.

Rosalyn Tillman of Pellissippi State Technical Community College will serve as the chairman of the 2006-2007 Allocations Committee.

"With United Way's new focus on helping people achieve self-sufficiency, we are excited about the potential for making an even greater impact in Knoxville," Tillman said. "One of my goals for allocations would be to increase the number of volunteers involved in the decision-making process. More people would then realize the stewardship and care that goes into investing the community's money."

Allocations is open to anyone living or working in Knox County. For more information or to volunteer, call United Way at (865) 523-9131 and ask for a member of the Community Impact staff.

United Way of Greater Knoxville is a local, independent organization dedicated to improving lives by building a better community. In partnership with 50 agencies, local business, community leaders and ordinary citizens, United Way tackles issues that matter most. By working together, we provide a safety net of services addressing Knoxville's most basic needs while working toward lasting change.

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