ANNUAL REPORT

2016

MESSAGE FROM THECHAIR OF THE BOARD

Firstly, I would like to give a big shout out to the

generous donors and volunteers that have been

so vital in 2016 with supporting their community,

especially in this time of recession and greater

need. The year was one of challenges for all

aspects of the charitable sector and through this

support, the United Way of South Eastern Alberta

has been able to not only step up support to

those in need, but to really support the United

Way funding priorities. Ensuring that children can

embrace a positive future, to move people from

poverty to possibility while giving hope and to

build healthy people and strong communities,

not only to support themselves but one another.

It’s very rewarding to be part of a unique

organization that not only supports and builds

their community but also ensures that the funds

raised for programming all stay within this very

community.

Darren Lole

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Darren Lole ChairDale Moverley Vice ChairAprill Hintz DirectorLaurie Kallenberger DirectorCori Topliffe SecretaryVal Olson DirectorShane Longley FinanceKelly Payne DirectorJessica Hamel DirectorDave Brown Director

SPECIAL RECOGNITIONVOLUNTEERISM is key to a healthy community. Volunteers offer their time, their expertise and, more importantly, their hearts. We appreciate the efforts of people who help make this community a better place to work and live.

HAUNTED HOUSE COMMITTEE

Linda Gove #1 Ross Glen Ranger GuiderDarlene Conrad #1 Ross Glen Ranger GuiderCharlene Nunemaker #1 Southridge Pathfinder GuiderPam Bohnet #1 Southridge Pathfinder GuiderJoy Huffadine Cypress Hills Area VolunteerU.B.A.K.A. Chanell Clark, Ritchie Clark, Mike Thibeault, Aaron Hooley, and Gary Christensen

With a special thank you toPrimaris Medicine Hat Mall

SERVUS CREDIT UNIONCFL ALUMNI GOLF COMMITTEE

Victoria Lodon Chair John CrispDave Hanni Walt GabryshShila Sharps Mike DuffyDwayne Robertson Jason Hertz

UNITED WAY SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS FEAST

Jeremy Silver Darren Lole Stacy Pasutto Val OlsonSusan Hope

FROM POVERTY TO POSSIBILITYTHIS AREA FOCUSES ON:· Food Security· Housing Stability· Employment and Financial Literacy

When people face tough times, or longer-term poverty, they lack access to necessities of life such as food, shelter, clothing, employment, and education. Many of our communities’ most vulnerable are families and individuals who simple can’t make ends meet. United Way is working with community partners to address the roots of economic challenges, and to break the cycle of poverty for future generations, while supporting fellow community members who need help now.

PARTNER PROGRAMS· Medicine Hat Champion Centre · Summer Breakfast Program· Medicine Hat Food Bank · Brown Bag Lunch Program· Medicine Hat Food Bank · Healthy Bundles Program· Grassland Public School · Nutrition Program· United Way Spirit of Christmas Feast· United Way Project Christmas

HOW WE ARE CREATINGPATHWAYS OUT OF POVERTYThis chart illustrates the breakdown of our focused investments:

FROM POVERTY TO POSSIBILITY

ALL THAT KIDS CAN BE

HEALTHY PEOPLE STRONG COMMUNITIES

ALL THAT KIDS CAN BETHIS AREA FOCUSES ON:· Success in School· Community Engagement and Leadership Development· Emotional and Physical Wellbeing

As the future of our community, and active citizens today, children and youth need to live and grow in a supportive, inclusive, and nuturing environment. It is important that they have the resources and opportunities to grow socially and emotionally, and feel included in our community. Investing now makes lasting and positive change in the lives of children and youth.

PARTNER PROGRAMS· Tools for School· Coats for Kids· Girl Guides of Canada Leader Training Assistance· Medicine Hat Family Services Kids in the Middle· SPEC · Early Childhood Literacy Success· YMCA · Camp Subsidies and Leadership Program· Redcliff Action Society · Afterschool Program· South Eastern Alberta Safety Alliance Society · Ready to Ride

HEALTHY PEOPLE, STRONG COMMUNITIESTHIS AREA FOCUSES ON:· Connection to Supports· Neighbourhood Development and Engagement· Community Mental Health and Wellbeing

Our families and neighbourhoods are two of the most basic units of our lives. Strong communities are characterized by resilience, low incidence of violence, high economic security, connection with neighbours, and high involvement with community affairs. We are working together to ensure individuals, families, and neighbours have the resources to care for one another and solve local problems.

PARTNER PROGRAMS· Brooks Women Shelter · DVIT Program· Brain Injury Re-Learning Services Community Education· CNIB · Public Education and Community Engagement· Parkinson Alberta Support Groups· Medicine Hat Family Services · Counselling Subsidy· Life Talk Counselling · Counselling Subsidy

2016 LEADERSHIP DONORSAt United Way, Leadership is a generous expression of community spirit and pride. Beyond a gift, your Leadership inspires others to create hope for a positive tomorrow. Being a community Leader sets a profound example of giving while making a measurable impact in the community.

This list represents Residential, Commercial, Workplace and Corporate giving in our community.

LEADING THE WAY ($1,000-$2,499)

Anonymous Donors 26 Chris & LeeAnne Hill

Gerald and Elaine Freedman Brent McKay

Chance Simpson Ian McLean

Dale Moverley Paul Akloyo

Wayne & Karen Steinke Garth Huband

Bruce & Theresa Tonin Phyllis Armstrong

Christian Meredith Sean Chapman

Ross & Madeline Buchdolz Jamie Droeske

Ken & Stephanie Tate Debra L. Brandt

Murray Chev Olds Suncor

London Drugs TransAlta

United Way South Eastern Alberta Destination West Marketing

PIONEER ($2,500-$4,999)

Kyle Turner Burnco Family Foundation/Scott BurnsAshley Furniture Brock CanadaCanadian Pacific Rail Canada BrokerlinkMedicine Hat Police Medicine Hat CollegeThe Jim Patterson Broadcast Group Big M FordLacey Construction

PATRON ($5,000-$9,999)

Burns Valkenburg & Associates CIBCGoodyear Charity Trust & Goodyear Canada Servus Credit UnionTD Canada Trust Anonymous Donor Scotia Bank Pembina Pipeline Corp.EBT Chartered Accountants LLP

PATHFINDER ($10,000-$24,999)

Anonymous Donor A. Craig ElderATB Financial Bank of MontrealCancarb CFB Suffield

BENEFACTOR (+$25,000)

Methanex RBC Foundation/RBC Securities/RBC BranchesCostco

TRUSTEE ($50,000 +)

CF Industries

2016 LEADERSHIP DONORSAt United Way, Leadership is a generous expression of community spirit and pride. Beyond a gift, your Leadership inspires others to create hope for a positive tomorrow. Being a community Leader sets a profound example of giving while making a measurable impact in the community.

This list represents Residential, Commercial, Workplace and Corporate giving in our community.

LEADING THE WAY ($1,000-$2,499)

Anonymous Donors 26 Chris & LeeAnne Hill

Gerald and Elaine Freedman Brent McKay

Chance Simpson Ian McLean

Dale Moverley Paul Akloyo

Wayne & Karen Steinke Garth Huband

Bruce & Theresa Tonin Phyllis Armstrong

Christian Meredith Sean Chapman

Ross & Madeline Buchdolz Jamie Droeske

Ken & Stephanie Tate Debra L. Brandt

Murray Chev Olds Suncor

London Drugs TransAlta

United Way South Eastern Alberta Destination West Marketing

PIONEER ($2,500-$4,999)

Kyle Turner Burnco Family Foundation/Scott BurnsAshley Furniture Brock CanadaCanadian Pacific Rail Canada BrokerlinkMedicine Hat Police Medicine Hat CollegeThe Jim Patterson Broadcast Group Big M FordLacey Construction

PATRON ($5,000-$9,999)

Burns Valkenburg & Associates CIBCGoodyear Charity Trust & Goodyear Canada Servus Credit UnionTD Canada Trust Anonymous Donor Scotia Bank Pembina Pipeline Corp.EBT Chartered Accountants LLP

PATHFINDER ($10,000-$24,999)

Anonymous Donor A. Craig ElderATB Financial Bank of MontrealCancarb CFB Suffield

BENEFACTOR (+$25,000)

Methanex RBC Foundation/RBC Securities/RBC BranchesCostco

TRUSTEE ($50,000 +)

CF Industries

SPECIAL EVENTSNone of which are possible without the great volunteers and the Community that supports us!

18th Annual Servus Credit Union CFL Alumni Golf Tournament · Haunted House · Subway Day

Tools for School (EnerPlus, Southland Volkswagen, Southland Kia, Staples) · Much Music Dance Party (YMCA)

Kal Tire Parking · United Way Gift Wrap Booth (Medicine Hat Mall)

Brown Bag Lunch Day · Volunteer Appreciation · Toy Drive

NEW WORKPLACEJIM PATTISON GROUPThe Jim Pattison Broadcast Group has been a long-time friend and partner with the United Way. They act as an effective vessel committed to connecting the needs of the people to the resources available through the United Way.

They make this happen quickly and effectively through radio campaigns and going above and beyond with radio remotes and drop in visits whenever we like.

Their hearts are personally vested in this. It shows through their long term commitment as employees and also as community wired communicators on the radio and TV.

OUR MEDIA PARTNERSUnited Way depends on the generous support of our media partners to convey our messages across the City. We gratefully acknowledge the following media for their generous support.

The Medicine Hat News Chat 94.5 102.1 CJCYMy 96 Chat Television

2016 CAMPAIGN AWARDS AND VOLUNTEER RECOGNITIONSponsored by CF Industries

Chairman’s Cup for the largest campaign overall.CF Industries

Community Builders Guild presented to the newest workplace campaign.Methanex

Chairman’s Choice Award presented to the workplace with the largest increase in employee giving from one year to the next.RBC

Leading the Way is presented to the workplace that has the most employees participating in leadership giving.CF Industries

Community Spirit Award this award recognizes businesses and groups who embrace the notion that ordinary people have the potential to achieve extraordinary things.Jim Pattison News GroupPrimaris Medicine Hat MallEnerPlus

United Way Community Volunteer Award of Excellence presented to individuals in our community who are making a difference in their own special way.Jeremy SilverJim Duce Laurie KallenburgerVictoria Lodon Kristen JacoberAnika Falkeisen

2016 SPONSORSUnited Way is grateful for the diverse support of our sponsors. Sponsorship includes:

· Campaign reps and campaign committees that support United Way during campaign· Funding events that help educate the public on our work· Promotional and recognition materials · Resources and other in-kind material

This generosity allows us to achieve greater impact at minimal cost and host events that do not use donor dollars. We gratefully acknowledge the following for their generous sponsorship.

SUBWAY DAYStaff and Management Miranda and Luis Alfonso Steve Murphy

18TH ANNUAL SERVUS CREDIT UNIONCFL ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT Servus Credit Union SubwayHranco Industries Kal TireQuick-Way Electric BrovacBaumann’s Ventilation & Plumbing Burns Valkenburg & AssociatesCIBC CF Industries102.1 CJCY FM Davison ExcavatingDesign Flooring Centre Earls RestaurantLocal Pub Lacey Construction M&M Food Market Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Ltd Pritchard & Company LLP River DentalRogers Insurance Rustic Kitchen & BarScotia Bank Solid Rock FencingSterling Trailer Tim HortonsWestern Financial

TOOLS FOR SCHOOLEnerPlus Courtyard DentalStaples Southland Volkswagen Southland Kia

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATIONCF Industries

HAUNTED HOUSE The Peacock’s Feather Primaris Medicine Hat MallMedicine Hat News U.B.A.K.A. Girl Guides of Canada Brock Canada

GIFTWRAP BOOTHPrimaris Medicine Hat Mall

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