United Way Will Reach $6 Million Goal!

Topeka, Kan – The $6 million goal sounded challenging.

But, the United Way of Greater Topeka is supported by a generous community.

“We will reach our $6 million goal,” said Scott Griffith, 2008 campaign chair at the United Way Appreciation Breakfast at the Big Gage Shelter House today to roaring applause. “This is a community where people really do help neighbors in need.”

The campaign kicked off August 27 with the announcement of the $6 million goal. Because numerous campaigns are still under way throughout the community, the United Way will release the final dollar amount after every last pledge form had been processed. Griffith promised the campaign total would be announced at a later date.

“We are thrilled, excited and humbled to announce the campaign’s success,” said Miriam Krehbiel, United Way CEO. “When the goal was first set last July, we could not have predicted the economic turmoil ahead, which is why reaching and hopefully exceeding $6 million is more crucial than ever.”

Aside from announcing campaign successes, the breakfast focused on honoring and thanking the countless volunteers and companies who donated time and talents to make the campaign goal attainable.

“Throughout this amazing campaign, we have witnessed this community embrace the United Way’s message to Live United,” said Krehbiel. “It’s more than a motto or a slogan. ‘Live United’ goes beyond just the United Way; it is a way of life and we thank you.”