My heart is filled with a passion to give back to this community that has supported my career, helped to raise my children, and brought me happiness and fulfillment. I can’t imagine living anywhere else and, while we aren’t perfect, I love being in a small enough community where I know that I can actually make a difference. Many things in our lives have changed in the past year, but one thing that seems to remain constant is the request for your time and your hard-earned dollars. Like picking through junk mail, some are easy to discard but how do you evaluate your level of support for causes that you believe in?
I choose to follow my heart and head.
When I follow my head, I look for accountability and impact. Simply put, your donation truly stays local by directly supporting our neighbors who need help. Your support also allows our team of professionals to use their expertise to determine who needs that help and what type of assistance is most effective. They also ensure that objectives are met and the impact can be measured. Statistically, you likely already know someone who is a beneficiary of your support. When deciding on whether to increase or continue that support, please feel confident knowing that your donation is making a difference!
Chris Pfender, Board President of United Way of Marathon County
