October 6, 2011

For Immediate Release

For more information, contact:

Michael Muskin, Chair - Weld Project Connect Volunteer Subcommittee

970-351-1408 – daytime or 970-231-8824 – cell

or

Sandi Meier, Project Manager - Weld Project Connect          

sandi@UnitedWay-Weld.org or 970-353-4300

Training is a crucial part of this unique community event and all volunteers are required to attend one hour of training prior to the event.  To make this training as convenient as possible, the Weld Project Connect committee has scheduled multiple sessions.  There is no pre-registration for training, just select the one that works best and attend.  Additional volunteers are needed.  For more information about the event or to volunteer, call 211 or 1-800-559-5590 or visit www.weldprojectconnect.org.

Volunteer Training Sessions

Aims College Center, 5401 20^th Street, Greeley, Room 226

Friday, 10/7                  2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Thursday, 10/13            4:30-5:30 p.m.

High Plains Library District, 2650 W 29^th Street, Conference Room

Saturday, 10/8             9:00-10:00 a.m.

UNC University Center, 2045 10^th Avenue, Columbine B

Monday, 10/10            2:30-3:30 p.m.        

UNC University Center, 2045 10^th Avenue, Columbine A

Wednesday, 10/12       4:00-5:00 p.m.           

*Click here for directions to the training facilities.

About the Event

All Weld County residents are invited to participate in the first Weld Project Connect – Neighbors Helping Neighbors event on Friday, October 14 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Island Grove Regional Park Events Center in Greeley.

On one day, in one place, at one time, over 50 services will be provided free of charge onsite:  assistance and support will be available for individuals and families who are in need due to foreclosure, job loss, health problems and other critical issues. 

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Direct services at the event include medical and dental screenings, haircuts, assistance with VA benefits, legal help, Social Security & Medicare assistance, housing/foreclosure counseling, and informal access to Greeley courts are just some of the services that will be available for free. Free child care will be provided onsite during the event.

 “This event is an opportunity for agencies, organizations and residents, as well as city and county government, to help their neighbors with a hand up.” said Sean Conway, Weld Project Connect Chairman for this year’s event.

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September 6, 2011

For Immediate Release

For more information, contact:

Sandi Meier, Project Manager – Weld Project Connect           

sandi@UnitedWay-Weld.org or 970-353-4300

or

Sean Conway, Steering Committee Chair – Weld Project Connect

sconway@co.weld.co.us or 970-518-6999

One Day. One Place. One-on-One Help – Weld Project Connect

All Weld County residents are invited to participate in the first Weld Project Connect – Neighbors Helping Neighbors event on Friday, October 14 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Island Grove Regional Park Events Center in Greeley.

On one day, in one place, at one time, dozens of health and human service agencies from around the county will be onsite offering free assistance and support to individuals and families who are in need due to foreclosure, job loss, health problems and other critical issues.  More than 50 direct services such as medical and dental screenings, haircuts, assistance with VA benefits, food assistance, legal help, social security & Medicare assistance, housing/foreclosure counseling, and informal access to Greeley courts are just some of services that will be available for free. Child care will be provided onsite during the event.

“This event is an opportunity for agencies, organizations and residents, as well as city and county government, to help their neighbors with a hand up.” said Sean Conway, Weld Project Connect Chairman for this year’s event.

Project Connect is not a unique initiative. Denver, Fort Collins and other communities across the nation have organized similar events. What is unique about Weld Project Connect is the collaboration among community partners, community volunteers and the array of direct services being offered on site that day. In addition to the direct services, a “Resource Corral” with over 20 information booths will be available for participants.

The event is being presented by NCMC Inc., Banner Health-North Colorado Medical Center, JBS, City of Greeley, Weld County, The Tribune, United Way of Weld County and with support from various community leaders and volunteers and a long list of partnering organizations that is growing by the day.

For more information on receiving services or to volunteer for the event call 211 or 1-800-559-5590 or visit www.weldprojectconnect.org.

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September 6, 2011

For Immediate Release

For more information, contact:

            Michael Muskin, Chair - Weld Project Connect Volunteer Subcommittee

            970-351-1408 – work

            970-231-8824 – cell

Neighbors Helping Neighbors – Weld Project Connect Seeking Volunteers

Weld Project Connect is a one-day event set for October 14^th from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Island Grove Park in Greeley. The event will provide free on-site, one-on-one services for individuals and families in Weld County who need help due to foreclosure, job loss, health issues, and many other critical issues. 

Volunteers are needed from all backgrounds and experience levels to help our neighbors regain their footing in life. Volunteers can assist attendees by helping them navigate each of the service areas, they can also help with set up or take down or other needs during the event.  Weld Project Connect is a great opportunity for those in need to be immediately connected with critical services and an opportunity for community members to connect with their neighbors. 

For more information and/or to fill out a volunteer form, call 2-1-1 or 1-800-559-5590 or visit the website at www.weldprojectconnect.org.  The event is being presented by NCMC Inc., Banner Health-North Colorado Medical Center, JBS, City of Greeley, Weld County, The Tribune, United Way of Weld County and numerous other event partners.

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Un Día. Un Lugar.

Vecinos Ayudando A Vecinos
Viernes, 14 de Octúbre
En el Parque de Island Grove
12:30 a 4:30pm
N. 14th Ave y Calle D, Greeley

• Asistencia con Salud Mental
• Servicios Financieros
• Ropa
• Asistencia para Alimentos
• Cuidado Dental
• Asistencia de Vivienda e Hipoteca
• Asistencia Medica
• Servicios para Veteranos
• Asistencia con Documentos (Seguro Social, Identificación de
Colorado)
• Empleo (Ayuda con el currículo y lista de trabajos)

Gratis Servicios son proveídos alli mismo
Llama al 2-1-1

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Let's help make this inaugural event a major success for the people of Weld County!