"It's a message of confidence that the community has in us"

United Way of Miami County announced Thursday, December 31, 2015, it officially closed its campaign.

The organization's goal was to raise at least $195,000. The official total came to $202,662, which is 103.9% of goal.  “It's a message of confidence that the community has in us; they trust us to be good stewards of what they're giving.  It's exciting to see how far we have come and also to look ahead and see what we will be able to do because of the funds we raise," says Executive Director, Debi Wallick.

2016 Funding Applications Ready

United Way of Miami County is accepting applications for agencies wishing to receive funds from the 2016 Fall Campaign, payable 2017. Applications can be picked up at the United Way office located at the Community Resource Center at 13 East Main Street, Peru, and are due back no later than noon Wednesday, January 20, 2016. To be eligible to receive funding from United Way, each agency applying must have a 501c3 status and provide social service programs that benefit the citizens of Miami County. 

United Way announces agencies and programs for 2015 campaign

United Way of Miami County and our community partners are working to develop long-term solutions in the areas of education, financial stability, and health, as well as supporting safety net services. These are the building blocks for a good life – a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement and good health for a more productive life.

United Way announces 2015 agencies and programs

United Way of Miami County and our community partners are working to develop long-term solutions in the areas of education, financial stability, and health, as well as supporting safety net services. These are the building blocks for a good life – a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement and good health for a more productive life.                                    

Way to Goal, United Way

By: Daniel Herda, Peru Tribune                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Second year in a row meeting fundraising expectations

United Way exceeds its campaign goal two years in a row raising $200,312, which is 102.7 percent of their estimated $195,000 for the 2014 year, according to United Way Executive Director Debi Wallick.

Registration open for Double Nickel Bike Ride

Event returns for second year Aug. 23

Nick Robbe nrobbe@perutribune.com

Pre-registration is available through Aug. 13 for the Second Annual Double Nickel Bike Ride.

Participants can register in advance by going to www.uwmiamip.com. To receive a short-sleeve t-shirt, registration must be completed by Aug. 13.

The ride is Aug. 23, with $25 registration at 7 a.m. and the race at 8 a.m. from Breakaway Bike Shop, 8 S. Wabash Street in Peru.