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2 I United Way of the Kearney Area · Annual Report

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ··············

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ·········

JoAnn AndersenCity of Kearney

Amy BarthContryman Associates

Dave BrandtABC Drug

Whitney CochranSnyder, Hilliard, and Cochran, LLO

Jeff CooperEakes

Travis HollmanHollman Media

Nick JohnsonJohnson Imperial

Joe JohnsonOlsson Associates

Julie KinnamanSpectrum Reach

Spencer KuhlHorner Lieske McBride & Kuhl

Terry NitschNew West Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation

Andy OgdahlTri-City Storm/ Viaero Event Center

Tony PurvisGary Thompson Insurance Agency

Kane RamseyJacobson, Orr, Lindstrom & Holbrook

Elizabeth RoetmanEconomic Development Council of Buffalo County

Tyler SchwartzCHI Health Good Samaritan

Katie Vande BergEaton

Jill WashingtonWells Fargo Bank

PRESIDENTKelly BartlingUniversity of Nebraska-Kearney

1st VICE PRESIDENTAdam WegnerNebraska Beef Council

TREASURERSally Bernard Advantage Financial

PAST PRESIDENTDenise NeillFirst National Bank

2nd VICE PRESIDENTTravis GreggKearney Regional Medical Center

SECRETARYKari Fisk Buffalo County

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PARTNER AGENCIES ·················Thank you to the 13 United Way Partner Agencies, and 21 programs for the outstanding work you do to improve lives in Buffalo, Kearney, Phelps, Harlan, Franklin, and Custer counties. Our Communities are fortunate to have such dedicated, compassionate people who work in these programs. The work is not easy and takes creative problem solving and much collaboration in the interconnected areas of education, income, and health.

Each of you inspire us and remind us that together,

WE FIGHT FOR THE HEALTH, EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL STABILITY OF EVERY PERSON IN EVERY COMMUNITY.


COMMUNITY IMPACT················Walk in the Copes’ Shoes 4 Kids

Awesome August Lunch ProgramTogether, from August 1-19, our community packed and served over 2,500 lunches with the help of more than a dozen community groups and over 100 volunteers. Thank you to our special projects coordinator, Lora Litrell, for keeping everyone organized.

Volunteers Cornerstone Berean Church St. James Catholic Church Home Stead HomeThe Table Church Friday Friends First Baptist Church Eaton’s employees Jamie Richie and friends Farm Credit Services employees Sandy Peterson and family Krissy Karsten and friends Knights of Columbus Jubilee Center Board of Directors United Way Board of Directors

It is difficult for children to learn and participate in school when they are bothered by shoes that are too tight or won’t stay together, Walk in the Copes’ Shoes 4 kids program raised enough money to outfit one thousand kids with new shoes through the school year.


2016 ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES····March 29, 2016

The 2016 Annual Meeting of the United Way of the Kearney Area was held March 29, 2016. Denise Neill called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. starting with a welcome

after the showing of the campaign video. Denise then introduced the current board officers, the new director – Eileen Dakan and the United Way staff.

Denise then recognized the retiring board members: Tammy Blankenship, Bill Musick, Carol Renner, Rusty Rhynalds, Andy Wichelt and Caroline Lace.

The nominating committee presented a slate of new board members to serve three year terms. JoAnn Andersen from the City of Kearney was up for nomination. Andy Wichelt motioned to accept and Dave Brandt seconded; the motion passed.

Denise called attention to the minutes from the 2015 annual report and gave a final campaign update. Jon McBride was recognized for his efforts as the campaign chair. He was presented with a “black shirt” and caricature. Jon then offered a few remarks about his experience with the United Way as spokesperson this year.

Sally Bernard gave a brief update on the current financials and recommended that the money from the 2016 Jersey auction ($14,050) be included in the 2016 campaign. Dave Brandt made the motion and Tony Purvis offered a second. The motion passed. Sally announced the campaign total as $438,588.

Eileen Dakan introduced the partner agencies and offered her words of thanks for the work the agencies have done over the past year. The group then listened to the success story of “Elee” from the RAFT program.

Kelly Bartling announced the recipient of the Community Impact grant. A check presentation was made to the Economic Development Tech Hire program. Jeff Lucas from Xpanxion and Darren Robinson from Economic Development Council of Buffalo County said a few words about the project.


······························································Denise offered a president’s report where she expressed her excitement for the new things to come for the United Way with the addition of Eileen and the move to the new office space. Denise then introduced the new incoming president, Kelly Bartling.

Kelly thanked Denise for all of her work and dedication over the past year and presented her with a gift of appreciation. The meeting was adjourned at 12:40 pm.

Respectfully submitted,Adam Wegner, United Way Secretary

Retiring Board MembersDave Brandt, ABC DrugJeff Cooper, Eakes Office SolutionsDenise Neill, First National Bank

Slate of Nominees1st Three-year TermMitch Coleman, Sobotka, Roper, Schumacher & Company Laura Bauer, First National Bank

2nd Three-year TermSally Bernard, Advantage FinancialKari Fisk, Buffalo CountyJill Washington, Wells FargoKane Ramsey, Jacobson, Orr, Lindstrom & Holbrook

Officer SlatePresident: Adam Wegner, Nebraska Beef Council1st Vice President: Travis Gregg, Kearney Regional Medical Center2nd Vice President: Kari Fisk, Buffalo CountySecretary: Whitney Cochran, Snyder, Hilliard, and Cochran, LLOTreasurer: Sally Bernard, Advantage Financial

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TOP EMPLOYEE CAMPAIGNS·····

City of KearneyUniversity of Nebraska at Kearney

Black Hills CorporationFirst National Bank

Community Action Partnership of Mid-NebraskaState of Nebraska

Farm Credit Services of AmericaTarget

$25,000-$49,999 ·······························

$10,000-$14,999 ·······························

$5,000-$9,999 ···································


Gold Award gifts of $2,000-$4,999··························

Silver Award gifts of $1,000-$1,999·························

Bronze Award gifts of $500-$999··························

Barney Insurance & FinancialBuffalo County EmployeesCash-Wa Distributing Co.Chief Industries IncCredit ManagementCummins Central Power LLCFarmers & Merchants BankFive Points BankHellman Main Coslor & Kathol PC, CPAIntellicomJubilee Center Thrift Store & Food PantryKearney Area Community Foundation

Kearney Public Schools FoundationMcDermott & MillerModern Woodmen of AmericaMonsanto CompanyNebraska Public Power DistrictRose Nails/Perfect NailsRoyal Engineered Composites, Inc.U.S. BankUnion Pacific RailroadUnited Parcel ServiceWal-Mart #598Wells Fargo

ABC Drug CompanyBrown Transfer CompanyChesterman Coca ColaContryman Associates PCEakes Office SolutionsGreat Western BankHerbergersJohnson ControlsJohnson ImperialKearney Cosmopolitan ClubMarcotteMidwest Connect, LLC

Nebraska Central Telephone Co.Nelson’s FurnitureNew West Orthopaedic & Sports RehabilitationPrince of Peace Catholic ChurchRegion 3 Behavioral Health ServicesThe Anderson`sUnited Way of the Kearney AreaValley Pharmacy, Inc.Versatile Roofing LLCWard LaboratoriesYounes Hospitality/Paul & Linda Younes

Ace Hardware & Garden CenterBD ConstructionBroadfood Sand & Gravel Corp.Bruce FurnitureBuffalo County Community PartnersCentral Nebraska Auto ClubSpectrum ReachCHS Agri Service CenterColdwell Banker Town & Country RealtyCory Kruse Insurance AgencyDeloitte Services LPDobytown KiwanisDority Chiropractic OfficeEducation Quest FoundationEducation Service Unit # 10Edward Jones & Co - HomanFiddelke Heating & Air ConditioningFisher Roofing & RestorationFort Theatre DentistryHeritage Bank

Horner Lieske McBride & Kuhl, Funeral & Cremation ServicesInfinite ProductionsKearney ClinicKearney Dental Clinic, PCKearney Eye Institute, PCKearney Sertoma ClubKeith Lindvall, CPAKidwellMidlands Contracting, Inc.Miller & AssociatesNationwide Insurance EnterpriseParker, Grossart, Bahensky, Beucke & Bowman LLPPlatte Valley AutoRE/MAX Executives, Inc.Russell’s ApplianceSahling KenworthSandhill Plastics, Inc.Town & Country BankWest Pharmaceutical Services


Kearney Public Schools FoundationMcDermott & MillerModern Woodmen of AmericaMonsanto CompanyNebraska Public Power DistrictRose Nails/Perfect NailsRoyal Engineered Composites, Inc.U.S. BankUnion Pacific RailroadUnited Parcel ServiceWal-Mart #598Wells Fargo

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ················Leadership Circle is a select group of committed, conscientious and caring citizens who strive to improve the community in which they live, work and play.

Gold Level ···········GIFTS OF $3,000 OR MORE

Jerry & Edith Marlatt

Silver Level ··········Gifts of $2,000-$2,999

Scott Bailey & FamilyDonald & Lisa ParishCraig & Nancy Weber

Beth BaxterMike & Eileen DakanJessica DierfeldtDr. Dennis EdwardsOscar FavelaLesa GibsonJoAnn HoffmanRichard & Kathie Hranac

Lisa HuertaJim KalbBrad KernickLandon & Andrea LueshenJim & Kathleen McKenzieDonald MorelBill MusickKeith & Monica Musil

Bronze Level ···································GIFTS OF $1,000-$1,999

When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. We build the strength of our neighborhoods. We bolster the health of our communities. We change the lives of those

who walk by us everyday. UNITED WE WIN.

We sincerely apologize if your name does not appear on our list and it should. Some donors have indicated that they wish to be anonymous. If you would like your name to be included on future published donor lists, please contact our office.


TORCHBEARER’S CLUB ············GIFTS OF $500-$999

Jon & Leslie AbegglenAmos AllgyerJoe & JoAnn AndersenLaura BauerRon & Susie BielenbergLinda BlackBruce & Tammy BlankenshipPaul & Heidi BrisenoRachelle BryantDan & Carrie CallanRonald & Nicole CareyDave & Angie ChallyMichael J. ChristensenErrol & Kathy CoslorWendall CrossThadra de RouletDarren DeterdingShelly DunnKent EdwardsJustin EhlersLee & Michelle A. FritsonPaula FuestmanJimmie FulksRocky & Carmie GeiserCorrine GruntoradMonte & Laura GulickRhonda GuthardPhillip & Sharon HammarJerry & Tami HellmanJudy A. HenningMary Hernandez

Andrew HerrickTammy JacksonColleen JacobsonBradley JacobyAnton JelinekKristin KamlerMike & Rhonda KatholRichard & Audrey KaudersJulie KinnamanScott Krause & Tawnia WoodJeff & Candy KreutzerJim LawnAndrea LoweMichael & Judy MainLynn MartinRandie MayMark & Jennifer McBrideWayne & Virginia McKinneyCharles & Judy MessbargerLindsay M. MolinaRobert & Sandi MoncriefBrian C. MoorePatrick & Denise NeillTerry & Karla NitschLynelle L. OliverJason & Mindy OmanCameron & Lana PeisterDeb QuinnPaul & Kimberly RaheDr. Carol & Mike RennerTammy Reutzel

Beth Reynolds-LewisDebra L. RodriguezDale SayyeauDiane SchroederDan & Lori SchulteTim & Tracey ShadaDr. Kenton & Lynnda ShafferDan ShundoffBrad & Tonya SkilesBrenda SkilesKim N. SmithKathy SmuskiewiczGary & Julie SteffensmeierTimothy G. SutherlandKim SwailsThomas SwansonValerie SwansonSteven Ten BensilMike & Rita UldrichLandis VinchattleWilliam & Linda VosikCarol WahlDarrold Walters Jr.Raymond WardCarl & Norma WeberJames WeberJulie WeirAndy & Lexi WicheltMr. & Mrs. Marvin WilliamsJ Thomas YorkDean & Julie Zoerb

We are more than FUND RAISERS. We are the HAND RAISERS. The GAME CHANGERS.[ ]


Statement of Financial PositionDecember 31, 2016 and 2015


EDUCATION ··································Improving on-time graduation rates changes every community for the better and it starts by preparing all children for Kindergarten and keeping them engaged in school through mentoring and enrichment activities. United Way partners with Kiwanis to prepare backpacks full of supplies for over 1,000 local kids school. 2016 2015Adult Basic Education $ 3,565 $ 7,038Boy Scouts, Overland Trails Council $ 9,432 $11,807Girl Scouts, Spirit of Nebraska Council $ 9,406 $12,361Head Start $13,986 $14,398Friends $17,437 $17,426Kearney Area Children’s Museum $ 3,153 $ 742Recreational Scholarship Fund $ 3,397 $ 3,376Support of 211 $ 3,291 $ 2,416

HEALTH ·········································In 2016, United Way of the Kearney Area invested $114,605 in programs that improve healthy behaviors, personal and community safety, and access to health services.

2016 2015ARC of Buffalo County $17,763 $18,697Child Abuse Resource Education C.A.R.E. $ 6,944 $12,901Citizen Advocacy $ 383 $ 4,828HelpCare Clinic $17,760 $ 6,781Kearney/Buffalo County CASA $11,644 $10,211Phelps/Harlan County CASA $ 4,178 $ 4,840Red Cross $21,302 $32,451S.A.F.E Center $28,694 $26,242Immunization Clinic $ 5,937 $ 4,283


FINANCIAL STABILITY················Many local families spend more than 40% of their take home pay on housing, which does not leave enough to cover other necessities like food, utilities, or medical care. United Way’s partner agencies collaborate to prevent evictions and homelessness by providing assistance for rent and utilities.

United Way partners with postal carriers to Stamp Out Hunger, which brought in over 8,000 pounds of food to support area food pantries. The Awesome August Lunch Program supplied lunches to kids during the gap between the summer program and school starting late this year. 2016 2015Homeless Prevention $12,523 $14,559Jubilee Center $26,713 $12,651Commodity Supplemental Food Program $ 2,101 $ 2,362Minden Senior Center $ 6,138 $ 6,690RAFT $13,665 $11,817Salvation Army $28,549 $35,137Senior Companionship Program $ 3,573 $ 3,810Food Pantry Designations $ 5,900 $ 5,164Awesome August Lunch Program $ 2,916

UNITED WAY FIGHTS FOR THEHEALTH, EDUCATION, ANDFINANCIAL STABILITY OF EVERYPERSON IN EVERY COMMUNITY.We win by living United, by forging unlikely partnerships, by finding new solutions to old problems, by mobilizing the best resources and by inspiring individuals to join the fight against their community’s most daunting social crises.

UNITEDWE WIN

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