On
Thursday, August 9th Tioga United Way, Inc. will hold a press
conference to thank Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Gural for their generosity and support of
our organization and community. The press conference will take place at 2 p.m.
in the Grand Ballroom at Tioga Downs Casino Resort.
The
Tioga United Way’s Dancing United with the Starz fundraiser took place at Tioga
Downs last December, and the Gurals generously offered to match whatever was
raised at the event. With the tremendous help of the Gurals, the event brought
in more than $100,000.
“This
singular donation is being distributed across all of our 34 wonderful
agencies,” said Carolyn Palladino, Executive Director. “Some will use it toward specific needs such
as new freezers at our food pantries, appliances in our shelters, and books for
our children. While others will use it
toward updating electrical systems, staff & volunteer training, as well as
new programming.”
The
Board of Directors of the Tioga United Way hope that the Gurals will recognize
that their financial support stretches far and wide across Tioga County and
that they are truly making a difference in the lives of those in need.
The
event will also showcase three agencies supported by the Tioga United Way:
Owego Gymnastics & Activity Center, Spencer Van Etten Community Food
Cupboard and Camp Ahwaga.
To learn
more, or find out how you can help support the Tioga United Way, please visit tiogaunitedway.com.
