March 2024 Newsletter

OSU's Varsity Revue is Underway

Varsity Revue Votes Benefit United Way

An OSU tradition since 1929, Varsity Revue features fraternity and sorority chapters paired to perform Broadway-styled acts. The public has the opportunity to vote by donating to their favorite fraternity/sorority act. These generous gifts not only show support for the student-performers but also benefit United Way of Payne County's mission. Voting and tickets to the performance are available now!

SAVE THE DATE

March 4 - Ted's Tacos and Cantina

Fundraiser Night

March 6-9 - OSU

Varsity Revue

March 9 - Wings of Hope

Virtual Oscar Party

March 14 - Stillwater Cares

Community Conversations

"I'm here for the United Way Fundraiser!"

Mention this ad when you order to ensure

a portion of the sale goes to United Way!

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROCESS

The Community Investment process begins each March when Payne County partner agencies apply for funding. A dedicated UWPC committee extensively reviews applications to determine grant awards. This helps ensure donor dollars impact our communities where it is needed most.

COMMUNITY AWARENESS

Join Stillwater CARES for lunch and conversation! Gather with churches, non-profits, social service agencies, volunteers and community leaders to discuss issues of poverty in our community. Join in the discussion. United Way of Payne County will be there to share the annual Community Status Report.

United Way of Payne County Welcomes New Board Members

(L-R) Latina Simmons(Cushing), Maggie Brock (Stillwater), David Adney (Stillwater), Leilani Mooreland (Cushing) and Ramesh Sharda (Stillwater) attended New Board Member Orientation. We are excited to have them join the Board.

Meet Our New Intern!

Hayley Velez is an OSU student majoring in Marketing with a focus on management communications. She has also received her Ethical Leadership certification. She hopes to continue in nonprofit work after graduation or may consider teaching. Welcome aboard!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library puts books into the hands and hearts of children, aged five and under, across Payne County. Thank you to everyone who has given to this special program! If you want to help get books to the children who remain on our waiting list, click below!

PARTNER AGENCY SPOTLIGHT

The work of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) dates back over a century when a New York City court clerk set out to help change the life trajectory for the young men he saw coming through his courtroom.

The office in Stillwater has been serving the youth in this community since 1978, and as part of statewide agency since 2006, when the Stillwater office merged with five other offices across Oklahoma.

In February, BBBS held its Big Casino Night fundraiser. Auctions, live music, casino games and more were offered. Guest speakers also highlighted the need for mentors. They currently have 24 little brothers and 5 little sisters waiting for someone to connect with.

Learn what it takes to be a mentor. Click here to watch or schedule a webinar.

BBBS Executive Director Stephanie Fry and President of Simmons Bank and host, Kevin Fowler.

Casino Night attendees in their Gatsby-themed attire.

A fun night for donors, BBBS mentors and community supporters.

Website: Big Brothers Big Sisters

United Way of Payne County

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