2014 United Way of Central Ohio Annual Report

2014

Annual Report

IMPROVE LIVES. STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY. LIVE UNITED.

Dear Friend, The people of central Ohio have a long history of coming together to create change. It’s one of the many remarkable qualities that makes our community such a great place to live. Over the past year, we have seen our community unite to face important issues and create new opportunities many times, and United Way has always been an engaged partner in these efforts.

For example, Columbus City Council President Andrew Ginther brought together a diverse group of local leaders to form the Greater Columbus Infant Mortality Task Force to understand and address the reasons underlying our high infant mortality rate.

Over the course of several public meetings, the task force learned about and discussed the key issues and outlined eight specific categories of intervention with concrete goals that are currently being acted upon. United Way was well-represented on the task force by Janet Jackson as well as board members Judge Laurel Beatty, Dr. Dan Good and Michelle Heritage.

In July, the Department of Housing and Urban Development recognized another major community effort when it awarded a $30 million grant to help revitalize the Near East Side. This is the largest federal grant ever awarded for a Columbus neighborhood and was only made possible because of the tremendous commitments and investments made by a long list of partners including the City of Columbus, the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority, The Ohio State University and your United Way. This grant, and the estimated $225 million in investment it will help leverage, will transform a neighborhood that has been a priority for our work for many years.

These concrete examples of people coming together to strengthen our community should inspire us all. And every member of our United Way family should be proud of the role they play in making such successful efforts happen. As you read through this annual report, you will see many other ways we are able to achieve impressive results and improve lives with your support.

Thank you for all you do for central Ohio through United Way. Sincerely,

Craig Marshall Chair, Board of Trustees United Way of Central Ohio

Janet E. Jackson President and CEO United Way of Central Ohio

Mission To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community.

Vision To build a community where everyone has the aspirations, resources and opportunities to reach their potential.

Key Principles

We’re committed to: • Accountability and transparency • The importance of agency and system-service coordination • Diversity and inclusion • The importance of capacity building 2

Cultural competence • Addressing racial disparities • The importance of systems collaboration •

Creating Opportunities for Everyone to Succeed In November 2013, the United Way of Central Ohio Board of Trustees adopted a strategic plan that will guide our organization through 2020. The plan was developed with an unprecedented level of community involvement. A diverse group of more than 2,100 donors, volunteers and other community leaders shared their thoughts and opinions through an online survey.

The input reinforced that we are on the right track in our efforts to help people build pathways out of poverty by focusing on these key areas:

Education – a quality education that leads to a productive career Income – enough income to support a family through retirement Health – good health and well-being for a lifetime Home – a safe and decent place to live People also said we must go further. Our community told us that United Way must work closely with other organizations to develop and implement an effective community-wide plan that builds pathways out of poverty. In the time since the strategic plan was adopted we have been doing just that. United Way has joined with other leading organizations from the business, education, government and nonprofit sectors to develop new and innovative ways to work together, guided by the principles of collective impact, to achieve progress that no one organization can achieve alone. Together we are making change happen and transforming our community into one where everyone has the opportunities they need to succeed.

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How our community is helping people build pathways out of poverty in the area of: We want every child to receive an excellent education.

We are working to ensure: CHILDREN ARE READY TO SUCCEED IN KINDERGARTEN HIGH-SCHOOL STUDENTS GRADUATE WELL-PREPARED FOR COLLEGE OR A CAREER

Ahmad, South Side

When 3-year-old Ahmad first started attending preschool, he only spoke a couple words, had difficulty following simple directions, and often required one-on-one attention from Mr. Shawn, his teacher. A fun-loving little boy with big brown eyes, Ahmad received a Learning Checkup from Columbus Kids that assessed his fine and gross motor skills, and socio-emotional behavior. Columbus Kids provided Ahmad and his parents with activities and resources to help him build those skills.

“It’s so important to identify developmental needs early to help build the skills children need for kindergarten,” says Mr. Shawn, who has been amazed at Ahmad’s progress. “He’s speaking five and six word sentences now. His fine motor skills have improved, and he’s become much more independent.”

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EDUCATION

Your investment in United Way of Central Ohio gets concrete results.

15,500

preschool

children

have been given learning assessments

by Columbus Kids and Franklin County Kids wellness coordinators since 2010. These assessments identify developmental issues that can keep children from being successful in kindergarten.

Approximately 60% of the children screened showed improvement in their scores from one screening to the next.

14,832

53,294 young people received support crucial to helping them graduate from high school and build productive lives.

Support includes in-school and out-of-school opportunities that develop academic and life skills.

preschool children and caregivers

received support to prepare for success in kindergarten such as providing high-quality early care and education and helping education professionals increase their knowledge and skills.

695

parents and

caregivers

learned effective parenting skills that help them support their child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development and enhanced their involvement with their child’s education.

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How our community is helping people build pathways out of poverty in the area of: We’re working to help people thrive.

Together, we: HELP PEOPLE IN EMERGENCIES PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO BECOME AND REMAIN FINANCIALLY STABLE

Terry, Northeast Columbus As a single dad working part-time, Terry struggled to provide for his daughter with autism and his son with health issues.

But he wasn’t one to ever ask for help. When he received notice that his rental home was being sold and he would have to move, though, he was desperate. Terry couldn’t afford the security deposit for a new home, and he knew that moving his children to a homeless shelter and away from their school with specialized services would be disastrous.

When Terry found assistance through Stable Families, his program specialist worked with him to find a home in a quiet, safe neighborhood near the children’s current school. She also helped him set long-term goals and provided the support he needed to find a full-time job. No longer in crisis, Terry is extremely grateful Stable Families was there when his family needed help.

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INCOME

Your investment in United Way of Central Ohio gets concrete results.

$17.2 million

in tax refunds were claimed in 2014

by hardworking central Ohioans through free tax preparation services provided by Tax Time volunteers. Tax Time clients also saved $6.5 million in preparation fees. Helping people receive the maximum tax refund they deserve is one of the most effective ways to create financial stability.

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families in crisis

were able to avoid homelessness

321,892 people were linked to emergency food, shelter and/or financial assistance or helped during a time of crisis.

through Stable Families, a homelessness prevention program that keeps families in their homes and children in their schools, for one-third the cost of emergency housing. Of the 311 children in those families, only one had an unplanned move to another school.

2,840 people received training

necessary to build their skills, get a job and maintain consistent employment as part of United Way’s efforts to support workforce development.

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How our community is helping people build pathways out of poverty in the area of: We want people to be healthy, active and prepared.

We are working to: LINK PEOPLE TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES BUILD LASTING FOUNDATIONS FOR BETTER HEALTH PREPARE PEOPLE FOR EMERGENCIES

Amy, Weinland Park Multiple health issues—including fibromyalgia, low iron and signs of preeclampsia—combined with a challenging housing situation all contributed to a stressful, high-risk pregnancy for Amy. She and her family had recently moved from Texas and had no family nearby who could provide support. When she learned about the Moms2B program, Amy knew it could be just what she needed to help her through her difficult pregnancy.

The Moms2B program, which began in Weinland Park in 2010, is designed to educate, support and nurture women like Amy through pregnancy and through their babies’ first year of life. Its mission is to reduce high infant mortality rates by providing weekly group meetings offering nutrition education, social support and resources to address food insecurity and unstable housing situations. For Amy, the program did all that and much more.

“It meant so much to me that Moms2B was there for me whenever I had an issue or needed someone,” Amy says.

“Having their support and the support of all the women in the program gave me confidence and hope I didn’t have before. And now I have a healthy, happy baby girl.”

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HEALTH

Your investment in United Way of Central Ohio gets concrete results.

36,534

connections were made

between people and vital health care and wellness services through care coordination, transportation and linkage services.

3,078 people

38%

increase in

healthy food sales

was accomplished by stores participating in the Fresh Foods Here initiative, a comprehensive approach to increase healthy, affordable food offerings in corner stores in underserved neighborhoods.

ate healthy meals and were more physically active as a result of education and activity programs.

41,019 individuals

& 11organizations community

were prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters.

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How our community is helping people build pathways out of poverty in the area of: We want to help people build safe and vibrant neighborhoods.

We help: ENSURE PEOPLE LIVE IN SAFE AND DECENT HOUSING EMPOWER RESIDENTS TO IMPROVE THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS

Ronald, East Side Caring for his 79-year-old dad, who he says was there for him “through thick and thin,” is Ronald’s greatest joy in life these days. And having served 12 years in federal prison for robbery, Ronald has been through more thick and thin than most of us. He wasn’t an ideal son, husband or dad, and you probably wouldn’t have wanted him as your neighbor when he wasn’t behind bars.

Like his dad, Alvis House was there for Ronald when he was released from prison. The staff supported him, encouraged him and helped him find a job. Grateful for a chance to work and earn minimum wage, he got up every day at 5 a.m. and rode the bus 2.5 hours (each way). And he never missed a day. He wasn’t about to let the folks at Alvis House or himself down. Ronald’s dedication and hard work paid off. He now works much closer to home, has been promoted several times and earns more than twice the minimum wage.

“If you’ve been in and out of the system, people give up on you,” says Ronald. “But it takes just one person to believe in you and encourage you - and that’s exactly what I got at Alvis House.”

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HOME

Your investment in United Way of Central Ohio gets concrete results.

$210,000 in Neighborhood Partnership Grants

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were awarded in 2014 to grassroots organizations that are working to strengthen their communities. Since 2007, almost $2 million has been invested in more than 400 community organizations, civic associations, faith-based groups and area commissions through the program.

individuals

received hands-on training to help them repair, maintain and rehabilitate their homes.

An additional 52 homes have been improved through housing rehabilitation, home buyer education and home repairs.

2,041 young people participated in programs focused on enhancing their personal growth and life skills and providing positive alternatives to youth crime.

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Champion of Children Signature Event Explores How Children Succeed On February 11, 2014, more than 500 local education and community leaders gathered at the 2014 Champion of Children Signature Event to learn more about one of the most important concepts in education today. At the event, bestselling author Paul Tough laid out a compelling case for teaching character as one of the most effective ways to help children rise above the challenges of poverty and build productive lives. Tough outlined how pioneering educators across the country are gaining a better understanding of the role character skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism and self-control play in helping children succeed. The 2015 Signature Event will take place on March 10, 2015.

2014 Champions of Children Kelly J. Kelleher, MD, MPH, was named the 2014 Champion of Children. Dr. Kelleher is Vice President of Community Health and Services Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He was honored for his many accomplishments in paving the way for new standards and health initiatives for children.

City Year Columbus was selected as the Champion of Children Nonprofit City Year Columbus Organization for the remarkable results Kelly J. Kelleher, MD, MPH it has achieved in improving the lives of children and youth. City Year partners with Columbus City Schools to promote reading proficiency and citizenship, helping increase attendance and graduation rates in many urban schools.

Franklin County Children’s Report: How Toxic Stress Threatens Success The 2014 Franklin County Children’s Report focuses on the devastating effects of trauma and toxic stress on the success of our children. It lays out stark facts about how families are undermined by stress, especially those living in poverty, and offers recommendations for our community focused on a holistic approach to addressing poverty and the stress that accompanies it. The report also offers information on local efforts that identify at-risk children and connect them to community resources.

Two such programs are Columbus Kids and Franklin County Kids which evaluate preschool children, determine if they have developmental delays that could prevent them from succeeding in kindergarten and connect them and their parents to services that can ensure the children are on the right track.

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Celebration of Excellence $52.7 Million Raised 2013 Campaign Co-Chairs Jack Partridge, President of Columbia Gas of Ohio, and his wife Anne, in partnership with Labor Co-Chair Glen Skeen of the Communications Workers of America Local 4320, led a campaign which raised more than $52.7 million. These funds go primarily to investments in United Way’s work of creating pathways out of poverty by focusing on the areas of education, income, health and home. This result represents a 3% increase over the 2012 campaign total.

Anne and Jack Partridge

Glen Skeen

Corporate Award of Excellence Columbia Gas of Ohio received United Way of Central Ohio’s highest honor, The Corporate Award of Excellence, which recognizes overall achievement in corporate and volunteer philanthropic efforts. This is the ninth year that The Corporate Award of Excellence has been presented. Previous winners are Grange Insurance, American Electric Power (AEP) / IBEW Local 1466, Nationwide, UPS, Deloitte, Bruner Corporation, METTLER TOLEDO, and Ernst and Young.

Agency Award of Excellence The highest campaign honor for United Way member agencies, The Agency Award of Excellence, was earned by Directions for Youth & Families. This award recognizes overall campaign excellence among United Way’s member agencies, which invest in the overall work of United Way as well as their own crucial missions. Directions for Youth & Families’ mission is to empower families and their children to make sound choices and achieve promising futures.

Richard V. Carrick Award Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus received The Richard V. Carrick Award for its longstanding commitment to helping youth succeed in school and life. The award recognizes a member agency for excellence in leadership, collaboration and achievement. It is accompanied by an honorarium of $5,000 to support agency staff in pursuing professional and leadership opportunities. The award is named for United Way of Central Ohio’s former Senior Vice President of Community Impact.

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Central Ohio Unites to Fight Poverty On October 10, 2013, Unite to Fight Poverty, an unprecedented collaboration of local media and businesses to raise awareness about poverty in central Ohio and to inspire action, was launched. Television, print, radio, outdoor advertising and online communications featured stories of how United Way is helping people build pathways out of poverty. This was the biggest media event in United Way of Central Ohio history and was estimated to have reached more than 1 million people. The 2014 Unite to Fight Poverty will take place on December 2, 2014.

Women’s Leadership Council Celebrates Five Years

On January 9, 2014, Women’s Leadership Council celebrated its fifth anniversary. This group of engaged central Ohio women developed the E3 (Elevate, Empower and Engage) initiative to help low- to moderate-income working women in central Ohio become educated, empowered and elevated to a new level of financial stability for themselves and their families through continuing education. More than 100 women have participated in the E3 program. One of the hallmarks of this successful effort has been the one-on-one mentoring of participants by WLC members. Dozens of accomplished women leaders have shared their knowledge and expertise and formed strong bonds with E3 participants, which has greatly helped them on their journeys to financial stability and independence. To further assist E3 participants in their studies, the WLC launched 5 th Anniversary event sponsor Barbara K. Fergus (center) a scholarship program in 2013 that covers full tuition, books, fees with E 3 scholarship recipients (from left) Jolara O’Harra, and living expenses for four semesters.

Flora Yee, Jessica Skeen, Jennifer Combs.

Second Neighborhood Leadership Academy Class Empowered to lead On April 17, 2014, the second class of the Neighborhood Leadership Academy graduated from the intensive seven-month program. The Academy is designed to enhance the skills of existing and emerging neighborhood leaders while empowering them to promote sustainable change for their neighborhoods.

Participants represent communities across central Ohio, with emphasis on United Way’s five priority neighborhoods — Franklinton, King-Lincoln, South Side, Northland and Weinland Park. The Academy is generously sponsored by Fifth Third Bank and Donatos.

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Graduates of the second Neighborhood Leadership Academy class

Restorative Justice Circles Involve Neighbors in Helping Young Offenders

In the summer of 2013, the Franklin County Juvenile Justice Center partnered with United Way to launch Restorative Justice Circles in three pilot neighborhoods – Weinland Park, Franklinton and the South Side. Designed as a diversion program to keep first-time, non-violent, youth offenders out of the court system, the program recruits community volunteers to provide juveniles with the opportunity to repair the harm done to their victims and to make a positive contribution to their own community.

Restorative Justice Circles is partially founded on the work of United Way’s Juvenile Justice Center Planning Initiative.

The initiative has resulted in new policies and procedures in the way youth-serving systems approach juvenile behavioral issues and has achieved remarkable results.

Over the past nine years, the number of youth held at the detention center has been reduced by more than half from 3,114 in 2005 to 1,402 in 2013.

Volunteers interact with youth actors at a Restorative Justice Circles training session organized by United Way.

United Way Partners with Columbus Metropolitan Club for Poverty Simulation and Forum On June 4, 2014 United Way partnered with the Columbus Metropolitan Club to present a forum designed to go beyond statistics for a personal and interactive look at how people cope with poverty and the tough decisions they make every day. More than 200 community leaders gathered for this forum.

Prior to the forum a smaller group Photo: Rick Buchanan Photography of leaders received a more in-depth experience of what it is like to make ends Nancy Nestor-Baker, Senior Assistant Vice President, Community Engagement meet while living in poverty during a two- at United Way, moderates a panel discussion on poverty with panelists Jennifer hour poverty simulation. This simulation Combs, E3 program participant; Erica Drewry, Vice President, Strategic Planning, is one of many United Way is organizing to National Church Residences; Philip Cunningham, Program Manager, Columbus give people who may not come into contact Urban League and Linda Danter, Executive Director, New Directions Career Center. with people in poverty a way to gain a visceral understanding of the challenges they face. It makes clear that not only do those in poverty face tremendous daily stresses, but that they must be very resourceful in order to provide for themselves and their families.

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How your gift United Way and local expert volunteers

identify and prioritize our community’s most pressing needs

Your pledge is combined with others,

including corporate and grant support

And strategically invested in programs and partnerships

in the areas of Education, Income, Health and Home

Lives With United Way support, funded programs

often secure additional funding

improve,

and our

United Way monitors programs

to ensure they’re getting results

community

grows

stronger We have comprehensive accountability guidelines that are regularly reviewed by our Board of Trustees, Audit and Finance Committees. As part of our commitment to accountability and transparency, our annual audit and IRS Form 990 are available at our website, liveunitedcentralohio.org.

Financial Results Summary For fiscal years ended March 31 Source: annual IRS Form 990

Total Revenues (net of uncollectible pledges)

2014

2013

$ 53,930,755

$ 51,825,857

Expenses:

% of total revenue

% of total revenue

Program Investments & Services

$ 47,409,668 88%

$ 43,026,061 83%

Management & General

$ 2,931,204 5%

$ 3,012,983 6%

Fundraising

$ 3,235,827 6%

$ 3,177,724 6%

Total Expenses

$ 53,576,699

$ 49,216,768

Revenue less expenses (for future investment)

$

354,056

$ 2,609,089

Total Assets

$ 44,773,294

$ 42,845,766

Total Liabilities

$ 16,816,112

$ 15,242,640

Total Net Assets (Fund Balances)*

$ 27,957,182

$ 27,603,126

* Total net assets includes temporarily restricted and unrestricted funds to be used for upcoming program funding, strategic initiatives and operating reserve.

Please see audited financial statements on our website liveunitedcentralohio.org for complete details.

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When you give: $2 a week for a year

gives a child nutrition and activity lessons, for a lifetime of healthy eating and staying physically active.

$3 a week for a year

provides two Learning Checkups for a preschooler to help them enter kindergarten ready to learn.

$5 a week for a year

provides 8 days of shelter for someone with no place else to go.

$10 a week for a year

provides a teen with 6 hours of counseling to address needs and help them make better choices.

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Volunteer Leadership Our large, diverse group of volunteers is proof that each one of us can make a difference.

They generously contribute their time and talents, joining together to improve lives and strengthen the community we call home.

Accountability Committee Joseph Hamrock, Chair Jeanne Grothaus, Vice-Chair Scott Caine Ida Copenhaver Eben Dowell Toski Flemister Jolene Hickman David Julian Jackie Kemp Dinessa Solomon Mark Thompson Marcy Williams Mataryun “Mo� Wright

Audit Committee Martyn Redgrave, Chair Tara Abraham Michelle Heritage Jeff Miller John Parms Rick Schumacher

Barriers to Care Results Committee Orelle Jackson, Chair Seleshi Asfaw Tyler Benack Carol Deibel John Gregory Bonney Harnish Ginger Harrell Eleanor Johnson John Leite Alicia Smith Kahassai Tafese John Tolbert Dana Vallangeon

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Campaign Cabinet Donna Akins, Co-Chair Nick Akins, Co-Chair Glen Skeen, Labor Co-Chair Dan Bailey Lisa Barton Heather Bauer Teri Berliner John Brown John Cardenas Joe Cisneros Joe Codispoti Selwyn Dias Jim Durham Tracy Elich Molly Glaser Janet Henry Shawn Holt Yolanda Howell Mike Lex Mark McCullough Teresa McWain Carol Newcomb-Alutto Xenia Palus Martyn Redgrave Jamie Richardson Ram Sastry Anne Saxon Barry Schumann Anthony Slappy Jill Snitcher-McQuain E.J. Thomas Mark Thompson Pablo Vegas Jon Veurink Ashley Weaver Chrisy Wright

Disaster and Emergency Education Impact Preparedness Results Council Judge Laurel Beatty, Chair Committee Michael Fielding, Chair Robert Armstrong Redd Branner Tessa Fite Kelly McGuire Dennis Nicodemus Kevin Reardon Marie Robinette Shaddy Swade Shannon Yang

Diversity and Inclusion Committee Michelle Heritage, Chair Tara McKenzie Allison Kevin Bailey Lourdes Barroso de Padilla Lynne Bowman Wanda Dillard Awatif Elnour Erica Ganyard Phyllis Gorman Patricia Larkins Hicks Dan Houston Isi Ikharebha Chris Kloth Linda Thompson Kohli Cathy Mock Nicole Pittman Caroline Ramsey Becky Roman-Amador Betty Lovelace Ross Karla Rothan Umihiko Saito Carmen West Shadya Yazback Willa Young

Linda Day-Mackessy, Vice-Chair Todd Barnhouse Lourdes Barroso de Padilla Amiee Bowie Greg Brown Jessie Cannon Duane Casares William Ebbing Michael Franks Lisa Gray Linda Kass Michelle Mills Ezetta Murray Christie Stover Todd Tuney Steven Votaw Jane Whyde William Wise Shaun Yoder

Emergency Food, Shelter and Financial Assistance Results Committee Carla Williams-Scott, Chair Michelle Hannan, Vice Chair Thomas Albanese Colleen Bain Darnita Bradley Marilee Chinnici-Zuercher Bridget DeCrane Brad Draper Dennis Guest Michele Harris Emily Savors Tim Wilson

Executive Committee

Governance Committee

Home Impact Council

Craig Marshall, Chair Darrell Gammell Lisa Ingram Mike Lex Janet Meeks C. David Paragas Martyn Redgrave Denise Robinson

Pablo Vegas, Chair Tara Abraham Michelle Heritage C. David Paragas Audrey Tuckerman

Tom Rieland, Chair John Edgar, Vice-Chair Joy Chivers Troy Crawford Mark Dravillas Tamar Forrest Catherine Girves Steve Gladman Joanne Goldhand Robyn Judge Pamela McCarthy Angela Mingo Ellen Moore Christy Rogers Theresa Saelim Ibrahima Sow Michael Springer Stefanie Steward-Young Tony White Michael Wilkos

Finance Committee Lisa Ingram, Chair Veronica Bennu James DeSantis Mary Lynn Foster Jeffrey Hastings Shawn Holt Jerome Jones Steve Markovich Tom Seiler Candi Siemer Mark Thompson Gwen Von Holten Jyothi Vourganti Cherry Brian Waeltz

Financial Stability Results Committee Shereen Solaiman, Chair Jennifer Marshall, Vice-Chair Mark Bainbridge Debbie Beyer Amiee Bowie Roxyanne Cartier-Burrus Shirley Costantino Tom Dillard Sue Douglas Shaunessy Everett Courtney Hodapp Doug House William LaFayette Dan Sharpe Katy Trombitas Kathleen Virgallito

Health Impact Council Karin Wurapa, MD, Chair Tara Britton Jill Clark Michael Fielding Isi Ikharebha Orelle Jackson

High School Graduation Results Committee Shaun Yoder, Chair Michael Asher Celeste Bland Barbara Boyd LaShaun Carter Elizabeth MorraLee Keller John Kuijper Lisa Lambert Jack Duane Miner Sherry Minton Ojala Ani Mwalimu Marcie Rehmar Rogel Adero Robinson Terree Stevenson Nicole Staples Walker Cheryl Ward

Human Resources Committee Janet Meeks, Chair Kevin Griffith Sandra Kellam Melissa Kidd Sumeeta Maxwell Steve Keyes Lori Pierson Michele Symkowiak Dunlap Elliott Tobias Lisa Whittaker

Income Impact Council Mike Lex, Chair Michelle Hannan Jennifer Marshall Carla Williams-Scott Shereen Solaiman

Kindergarten Readiness Results Committee Jessie Cannon, Chair Peggy Calestro Debra Charna Linda Day-Mackessy Eric Karolak Doreen Luke Sandra Miller Eleanor Palmer Joyce Ray Maria Scheid Kathy Shahbodaghi Bernice Smith Ronda Welch Jane Whyde Jane Wiechel

Marketing Committee Kathleen Murphy, Chair Lisa Arledge-Powell Elizabeth Boyuk Michael Brown Katy Burrier Jordan Davis Tiffany Grinstead Sharron Kornegay Peter Krajnak Teresa McWain Susan Merryman Rob Messinger Steven Michalovich Jennah Nelson Jean Nemeti Cheryl Pentella Ken Peters Gayle Saunders Barry Schumann Erin Siegfried Melissa Wirrig Karin Wurapa, MD

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Volunteer Leadership Continued Nominating Committee C. David Paragas, Chair Tara Abraham Mike Lex Craig Marshall Janet Meeks Ken Peters Denise Robinson Audrey Tuckerman

Nutrition and Fitness Results Committee Jill Clark, Chair Joseph Beiting Lori Bergman Michael Bramlish Jackie Broderick -Patton Becky Ciminillo Kellee Gauthier Elizabeth Guzman-Bowman Anthony Joseph Buhari Mohammed Barb Seckler Kerry Shaw Autumn Trombetta

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Online Engagement Committee Melissa Wirrig, Co-Chair Steven Michalovich, Co-Chair Amanda Amsel Lindsay Arnett Ryan Bauer Amy Rose Brown Terreece Clarke Jay Donavan Mona Eadeh Kat Ellery Courtnie Elston Jeana Harrington Robin Hoffman Chris Niehoff Shirley O’Nan Amy Schmittauer Adam Schweigert Jacob Taylor Kaitlin Watterson

Public Policy Committee Resource Development Frederick Ransier, Chair Committee Laura Koprowski, Vice-Chair Herbert Asher Kevin Bacon Barbara Benham William Byers Courtnee Carrigan Karen Cookston Kristen Easterday Reed Fraley Roberta Garber Michael Hartley Tracy Maxwell Heard Jon Honeck Yvonne Hunnicutt Jason Kaseman Stephen Keyes Mary Lou Langenhop Maria McCoy Elizabeth Nusken Sandy Oxley Jo Anne St. Clair Stephen Tugend Kevin Tyler Noreen Warnock Nathan Wymer

Martyn Redgrave, Co-Chair Paul Feeney, Co-Chair Suzanne Allen Darci Congrove Brandon Dupler Steven Fields Jessica Goldman June Gutterman Teresa McWain Ann Pizzuti Randy Randolph Susan Rector Ben Tyson

Volunteer Engagement Committee Roster Ken Peters, Chair Ted Bauer David Bezaire Andraea “AJ” Douglass Sherri Palmer Ernest Perry Todd Prince Gloria Redding Nicholas Stanich Pauli Tice Rebecca Verhoff-Kiss Stephanie Viehman Lyndsie Whitehead

Board of Trustees Craig Marshall, Chair, EY C. David Paragas, Immediate Past Chair, Barnes & Thornburg, LLP Tara Abraham, Accel Inc. Nick Akins, AEP Donna Akins, Community Advocate Judge Laurel Beatty, Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Andraea “AJ” Douglass, The Ohio State University William G. Ebbing, The New Albany Company Paul Feeney, Oracle Corporation Darrell Gammell, Central Ohio Labor Council (AFL-CIO) Dr. J. Daniel “Dan” Good, Columbus City Schools Joseph Hamrock, NiSource Michelle Heritage, Community Shelter Board Lisa Ingram, White Castle System, Inc. Tracey D. Johnson, Columbus Education Association Linda Kass, Community Advocate Mike Lex, Nationwide Steve Markovich, MD, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital Janet Meeks, Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Kathleen Murphy, MurphyEpson Ken Peters, Community Advocate Fred Ransier, Vorys Sater Seymour and Pease Martyn R. Redgrave, L Brands Robert P. Restrepo, Jr., State Auto Insurance Companies Tom Rieland, WOSU Public Media Denise Robinson, Alvis House Mark Thompson, The Huntington National Bank Audrey Tuckerman, Merrill Lynch Pablo A. Vegas, AEP Ohio Mataryun “Mo” Wright, MPA, The RAMA Companies Karin Wurapa, MD, MPH, Family Medicine and Public Health

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Tocqueville Society Members United Way’s Tocqueville Society honors individuals who contribute $10,000 or more annually to United Way of Central Ohio. This unparalleled commitment reflects the extraordinary dedication of society members to improving lives and strengthening our community.

Tocqueville Premiere ($100,000 +) Anonymous (1) George Barrett and Debbie Neimeth Jameson Crane Loann Crane Lisa and Jeff Edwards Mary and C. Robert Kidder Mo and David Meuse Cindy and Steve Rasmussen Jeanie and Jay Schottenstein Barbara and Al Siemer Peggy and Bob Walter Abigail and Les Wexner

Ordre d’Egalite ($50,000 - $99,999) Anonymous (1) Tanny Crane and John Wolff Beth Crane and Richard McKee Elaine and Henry Fischer Nancy and Tad Jeffrey Carole Watkins Bobbie and Alan Weiler

Tocqueville Vingt-Cinq ($25,000 - $49,999) Janice and Dan Bailey Shelley Bird Delaney and Stuart Burgdoerfer Linda and Joe Chlapaty Nicholas Coe Jamie Crane and Tim Miller Paige and Michael Crane Suzie and Pete Edwards Jane and Mike Endres Alex Fischer and Lori Barreras Gigi and Sam Fried 22

Eydie and Donald Garlikov Denise and Michael Glimcher Christina and James Grote Terri Hill Cindy and Larry Hilsheimer Marci and Bill Ingram Linda and Frank Kass Diane Keeler Nancy and Don Kelley Gale V. King Denise Landman Renee and Gary LeDonne Cathy and Craig Marshall John P. McConnell Jane and John McCoy Nancy and John McEwan Charles and Caroline McGuigan Ann and Ron Pizzuti Ed Razek Lynne and Martyn Redgrave Jeri Block and Bobby Schottenstein Thekla and Don Shackelford Renee and Alex Shumate Joy and Bruce Soll Joanne and Cyrus Spurlino Patricia and Stephen Steinour Sharen Jester Turney and Charles Turney Guruprasad Vasudeva Arlene and Michael Weiss

L’Ordre du Coeur ($15,000 - $24,999) Anonymous (2) Benjamin Addison Donna and Nick Akins Cindy and Ralph Antolino, Jr.

Wendy Arlin James Bersani Tammy and Mark Berven Michael Bloch John L. Carter Deborah and William Carter Michele M. Cloutier Meredith and Jay Crane Kathy and Rocky Felice Barbara K. Fergus Phyllis and Michael Fritz Carol J. Andreae and James Garland Joy and Mike Gonsiorowski Lori and Joe Hamrock Amy Hauk Janet E. Jackson Penny and Rick Jackson Sarah and Edward Kistner Mary and Doug Krieger Mary Lazarus Jill and Mike MacDonald Natalie and William Matt Margaret McDonald Andrew Meslow Bonnie and Ken Montera Jonathan Mugler Dianne Radigan Jane and Rich Ramsey Luciana and Tom Ramsey Mary Frances and Bob Restrepo Rhett Ricart and Fred Ricart Patrick Sanderson Skipper and Ezra Singer Ellen and Philip Smith Linda and Scott Taylor Debbie and Mark Thresher Cynthia and Kirt Walker Doug Williams

Alexis de Tocqueville ($10,000 - $14,999) Anonymous (2) Tara Abraham David Adler and Poe Timmons Alice-Diane and Philip Albanese Jakki and Jerry Allen Jamie and Steve Allen Joseph Alutto and Carol Newcomb-Alutto Kerrii and Doug Anderson Linda and Don Barger Dawn and Rob Barkley Lisa and Christopher Barton Ann and Wesley C. Bates David Baumann Pamela and Jack Beeler Patricia and Jerrold Beigel Jewell and Frank Benson James Benson Teri and Mark Berliner Kimberly A. Blackwell Kris and David Blom Mary and Kevin Blosser E. Thomas Boles Amy and Brady Bonner Cheri and Tim Botts Tracy Brand-Liffey Cindy and Bill Calvert Karen and Drew Campbell Sallie and Charles Carey Ann and Don Casto, III Edward Chanda Felicia and Marvin Clayton Laurie and Tom Clements William Cotton and Patricia Davidson Karin and Chris Cramer

Sally Crane Cox Gini and Jim Curphey Jeanetta and Todd Darno Janis and Jim Davidson Paul Davison Debra and Patrick Decker Ann and Ari Deshe Stephany Diyanni Barbara and Gary Douglas Andraea “A.J.� and Steve Douglass Tami and Bill Ebbing Joyce Edelman and Neal Hoffman Pam and LeRoy Edwards Maria and Brian Ellis Adriane and Andrew Emerson Marilu and Tim Faber Paul Feeney and Chad Braun Debbie Ferree Jody and Jim Flynn Sheena Foley Timothy Frommeyer Patricia and Steven Gabbe Sacheen and Oyauma Garrison Paul Garrison Lisa George Joyce and Russ Gertmenian Megan and John Gilligan DeeDee and Herb Glimcher Peter Golato Robin and Michael Goodstein Jasmine and Reuben Green Bonita and Archie Griffin Tom Grote and Rick Neal Jason and Tiffany Harrell Josie and Jim Harris Polly Harris and Michael Tracy Ruth Hartman Uchimura and Ross S. Uchimura Pat Hatler and Howard Coffin Linda Heasley and Steven Coady Julie and Rich Helmreich Kim and Todd Helvie Michelle Heritage and Tanisha Robinson Robin and Peter Hersha Lisa and Alan Hinson Charlene Hinson

Elizabeth Ingram and Greg Guy Tamara and Brian Izzo Alexis Jacobs Dominique and Dean Jakobowski Donna and Larry James Anne and Richard James Matthew Jauchius Thomas Javitch Amy and Mark Johnson Rhonda Johnson William Jordan Patty and Jerry Jurgensen Laurette and Darius Kandawalla Nanette and David Kaufman John Kennedy Kathy and Ron Kerr Liza Kessler and Greg Henchel Donica and Keith Key James A. King and Geri D. Hewitt Michael Koempel Mark Koenig David Kornberg Wade Kozich and Jennifer Goettemoeller Dorina and Matt Kramer Nancy Kramer and Christopher Celeste Dana and Tom Kromer Melissa and Paul Lacroix William Lager Terri and Andrew Lane Michele and Michael Leach Paula and Bryce Leachman Justin Lee Valerie and James Lee Kim and Mike Lex Mimi and Curt Loveland Nancy and Tom Lurie Donna and Bruce Macaulay Luis Machado Jennifer and Paul Mackenzie Angela and Mike Mahaffey John Majoras Linda Marvin Trish and Tom Mazurek Pattiann McAdams Brenda and Jerry McAuliffe

Carrie McDermott Gretchen and Rick McQuown Kimberle Menz Chandler Mercer and Rob Podlogar David Meyer Robert P. Millen Jordan Miller, Jr. Melisa and Laurence Miller Richard Miller Molly and Cameron Mitchell Mary Mitchell Betsy and Craig Morrison Lynda and Stephen Nacht Mary and Luis Navarro Sandra Neely Cheryl and Mike Nelson Tiffany Olson Lee and David Paragas Anne and Jack Partridge Jonathan Pavkov Wendy and Ken Peters Michael Petrecca and Heather Grant Floradelle Pfahl Brenda and John Phillips Janice and Robert Powers Fred Pressley and Cynthia Hill Amie Lee Preston and Ken Tilley Patty and Doug Probst Amy and Joseph Proctor Michael W. Rayden and Diane Nye Susan and Neil Rector Shirley Rogers Reece and Guy L. Reece, II Pamela and Ed Rice Sandra Rich and Richard Daley Elaine Roberts Debbie and Michael Robinson Valerie and Ronald Robinson Wayne Robinson Valerie and Nick Roger Leigh Schmid Ferd Schoedinger, Jr. David Schooler Geraldine SchottensteinHoffman Kathy and Eric Schreiber

Nancy and Michael Scoliere Art Shepard Julie Ann Sherwood Erin and Jeremy Siegfried Beth and Ray Silverstein Randy Sleeper Renee and Dwight Smith Genny and Lewis Smoot, Sr. Jeanne St. Pierre and Thomas Zack Kathy and Alan Starkoff Jane and Tim Stehle Deanna and Steve Stewart Kaye and Mark Stewart Steven Stone Mark Sturgeon Roger Sugarman and Colleen Nissl Melissa and Mark Sull Todd Swatsler Julie and Mark Swepston Sheri and Floyd Tackett Marlo and Bob Tannous Roberta and Rich Terapak Beth and Brian Tierney Christy and Jason Tostevin Kathleen and Buzz Trafford Sena Tudisco Dawn Tyler Lee and Robert Lee Rick Ueltschy Derek Ungless Rhonda and Brian Van Ooyen Anne Marie Sferra Vorys and Fred Vorys Janet and Jonathan Weaver Linda and Skip Weiler Lynn and Ken Weixel Joan and Thomas Welch Sandra and Raymond Whitaker Christine and Anthony White Michele and Scott White Adele and Pete White Edward Wolf Jeannie and Michael Zatezalo Charles Zebula Cheryl and John Zeiger

List as of September 3, 2014

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