Businesses Invited to Take the 100x100 Challenge

Through the end of June, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is inviting local businesses to each donate $100 to United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. The 100x100 Challenge is spearheaded by 2014 United Way Campaign Co-chair Brian Orenstein, Chief Executive Officer of Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.

New gifts from businesses that have never donated to United Way before will be matched by Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, up to $10,000.

“We’re very proud to lead this year's 100x100 Challenge,” said Orenstein. “Our local business community is very generous, and I'm confident that we'll raise the monies needed to help make a difference for many here in southeastern Connecticut.”

Participating businesses will be recognized in a full-page newspaper ad in Spring 2015 and invited to a reception at Charter Oak's new headquarters in Waterford.

“Too many families are struggling to make ends meet,” noted United Way President & CEO Virginia L. Mason. “But by working together and each giving a little, we can collectively make a big impact on the challenges facing people in our community.”

Donate online at www.uwsect.org/give and select 100x100 Challenge from the drop-down menu to direct your gift.

ABOUT UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
For more than fifty years, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut has been advancing the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all, focusing on the building blocks for a good quality of life -- helping children to thrive, providing basic human needs and community wellness, and helping people lead independent lives. United Way recruits people and organizations that bring the passion, expertise, and resources needed to get things done. Everyone is invited to be part of the change by giving, advocating and volunteering. That’s what it means to Live United.

United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is a locally-based organization serving the towns of New London County.