P.O. Box 355
Salina, KS 67402-0355
Tel 785.827.1312
Fax 785.827.1882
www.unitedwaysalina.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Ruth Vernon, Social Media Manager
[email protected]
Media Press Release
SALINA AREA UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN KICK-OFF EVENT
August 22, 2014 – In lieu of a typical campaign kickoff, Salina Area United Way is
hosting an event that will help the Salina area fight hunger and food insecurity.
Did you know that 14.5% of Saline County residents are food insecure*? This means that
people have a lack of access to enough food for all the members of their household and
uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate foods. Salina Area United Way is fighting
these statistics by providing a unique opportunity to give back to the community, and
celebrate the beginning of 2014 Campaign season.
Salina Area United Way has enlisted the help of a national organization called Outreach
that will help over 200 volunteers package 50,000 macaroni and cheese meals in just 2
hours on September 26. Outreach will provide the necessary ingredients, packaging
equipment, training, supplies, and certified food safe event coordinators. This event is
designed to include people of all ages and backgrounds. Everyone in the Salina
community is invited to attend.
“We are excited to continue to turn outward and face the needs of the community,” said
Salina Area United Way Executive Director Amanda Michaelis. “This event is a unique
opportunity to give back and make a difference.”
Salina Area United Way
Press Release on September 17, 2013
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All the food prepared will stay in the Salina area community. Local organizations with
food banks or pantries, or who give food assistance will receive the packaged meals.
Campaign Kickoff will be held at the Salina Bicentennial Center, 800 The Midway in
Salina from 7-9 AM on Friday, September 26. Cost is $10/person and registration is
required. Register online now at www.unitedwaysalina.org, or call (785) 827-1312.
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*Click here for more information about hunger in America.
The Salina Area United Way strengthens our community by improving lives through
leadership, partnership and investment.