October 8 was a picture-prefect day for the 10th Annual Loudoun Charity Golf Classic. UWNCA’s Loudoun Regional Council and Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) hosted 138 golfers, sponsors and volunteers at Raspberry Falls Golf and Hunt Club. It was a great time for all who attended. The Classic raises money for UWNCA’s Loudoun Community Impact Fund.
The best ball scramble format featured prizes for the top 3 foursomes in each division, several contest holes, and even an appropriate prize for the team with the highest score – deluxe stadium seat cushions. Golfers enjoyed a complimentary continental breakfast, Panera Bread Company boxed lunch delivered to them on the course, and a steak dinner provided by Outback Steakhouse.
Our very own Bill Hanbury was on hand to thank players and sponsors and to describe the work of the charities funded by the Community Impact Fund. Amazing what an afternoon of golfing and fun can support. Ten-year sponsors Giuliani Associates Architects, PMC, and MWAA were also recognized. MWAA has been the presenting sponsor of the Classic since its inception, with Larry Ferrigno and Mark Waslo leading to tournament committee every year.
The 2009 Golf Classic committee included Juli Seaman and Jeff Eveland from the Loudoun Regional Council, Larry Ferrigno and Mark Waslo from MWAA and David Kurtz with UWNCA
Oct 8, 2009
Hometown Huddle / Shana
So what do you get when you bring together 6 local schools, a star-studded panel of celebrity judges and United Way - Hometown Huddle!
On Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at the Washington Ballet Studio, "THEARC" - United Way Worldwide, United Way of the National Capital Area (UWNCA) and the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation held a dance competition. Bill Hanbury, President and CEO of UWNCA, was the emcee for the event. Middle School student groups were judged by a panel of celebrities including NFL-United Way spokesman Santana Moss; world-famous dancer and choreographer Desmond Richardson; and Septime Webre, artistic director of the Washington Ballet. See video here.
See photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/wbarronphotos
The NFL and United Way are working together to provide new, fun opportunities for young people to lead healthier lifestyles and this was a great opportunity to showcase that. Childhood obesity is a growing, national health issue and it is affecting kids right here in the nation's capital. The Washington Post reports that 30% of children nationally, 40% of children in the District of Columbia, and 50% of children in DC Wards 7 and 8 are considered overweight and obese.
This was a chance for kids to demonstrate their skills and to enjoy being active. United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to helping kids do this every day in the places where they learn and play, through our child wellness program "Fun, Fly & Fit."
Check back for details soon www.unitedwaynca.org
On Tuesday, October 6, 2009, at the Washington Ballet Studio, "THEARC" - United Way Worldwide, United Way of the National Capital Area (UWNCA) and the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation held a dance competition. Bill Hanbury, President and CEO of UWNCA, was the emcee for the event. Middle School student groups were judged by a panel of celebrities including NFL-United Way spokesman Santana Moss; world-famous dancer and choreographer Desmond Richardson; and Septime Webre, artistic director of the Washington Ballet. See video here.
See photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/wbarronphotos
The NFL and United Way are working together to provide new, fun opportunities for young people to lead healthier lifestyles and this was a great opportunity to showcase that. Childhood obesity is a growing, national health issue and it is affecting kids right here in the nation's capital. The Washington Post reports that 30% of children nationally, 40% of children in the District of Columbia, and 50% of children in DC Wards 7 and 8 are considered overweight and obese.
This was a chance for kids to demonstrate their skills and to enjoy being active. United Way of the National Capital Area is committed to helping kids do this every day in the places where they learn and play, through our child wellness program "Fun, Fly & Fit."
Check back for details soon www.unitedwaynca.org
Oct 5, 2009
Living United out in the field / Dominic
This was a busy week for United Way out in the community with visits to some important partners. On Monday, Bill Hanbury, President and CEO of UWNCA, toured DC’s Food and Friends, a local agency that provides meals and groceries to people living with HIV/Aids, and saw first-hand the top notch work they do to help people in need.
Tuesday, Bill attended back-to-back campaign meetings, accompanied by UWNCA’s Les Talley, to thank the folks at PNC Bank and the Washington Post for their continued support over the years. Both companies kick off their campaigns within the next couple of weeks.
And on Thursday, Bill was out in Virginia thanking City Administrator, Jim Hartmann and the City of Alexandria government for their strong sense of “civic responsibility” as they prepared for their annual drive.
Next week we join United Way Worldwide for an NFL/United Way Hometown Huddle event with the Washington Redskins. It will take place in the Washington Ballet studio space. The event will feature a dance competition among select DC Public Schools and will include Washington Redskins Wide Receiver Santana Moss, Washington Ballet Artistic Director Septime Weber, and our own Bill Hanbury, as judges. Stay tuned for a report on this great kids event.
Tuesday, Bill attended back-to-back campaign meetings, accompanied by UWNCA’s Les Talley, to thank the folks at PNC Bank and the Washington Post for their continued support over the years. Both companies kick off their campaigns within the next couple of weeks.
And on Thursday, Bill was out in Virginia thanking City Administrator, Jim Hartmann and the City of Alexandria government for their strong sense of “civic responsibility” as they prepared for their annual drive.
Next week we join United Way Worldwide for an NFL/United Way Hometown Huddle event with the Washington Redskins. It will take place in the Washington Ballet studio space. The event will feature a dance competition among select DC Public Schools and will include Washington Redskins Wide Receiver Santana Moss, Washington Ballet Artistic Director Septime Weber, and our own Bill Hanbury, as judges. Stay tuned for a report on this great kids event.
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