LIVINGSTON COUNTY — On Wednesday the United Way of Livingston County held it's Day of Caring. During this day, 275 students and chaperones form Geneseo, York, Livonia, Cal-Mum, and Keshequa high schools came together to work on community service projects. The projects ranged from yard work and cleaning, to delivering "Meals on Wheels" alongside the Office for the Aging. "This is the largest turn-out of volunteers that we've ever had for our … [Read more...]
Liv. Co. Employees Raise Over 40K For United Way of Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Over 200 county employees participated in the United Way of Livingston 2018 campaign raising over $40,000. A check from the County was presented to 2018 Campaign Chair, Frank Bassett at the Board of Supervisors meeting for $40,531.26. The County used a variety of fundraising events including dress-down days, raffle drawings and donated items for auction. "It's all of these little efforts that brought about the results … [Read more...]
Sunday Cup of Coffee: Karen Rumfola from United Way of Livingston County
SUN ROOM — Karen Rumfola from United Way of Livingston County took the time to chat as she is in the middle of the 2018 fundraising campaign. Josh and Karen discuss United Way of Livingston County and the 18 agencies they support. … [Read more...]
United Way of Livingston County Raises Record Breaking Funds to Help 20 Local Agencies
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — United Way of Livingston County closed out a record breaking fundraising campaign surpassing their 2017 campaign goal. Kevin Van Allen, the 2017 campaign chair announced the that United Way of Livingston County surpassed their goal of $250,000 and raised $252,584. "There is still money coming in so the number could increase," said Campaign Chair, Kevin Van Allen. "The money raised stays right here locally in Livingston … [Read more...]
County Employees Shoot for $39K for United Way Charities
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – County employees set an ambitious fundraising goal on Wednesday for the 2017 United Way campaign to benefit 20 Livingston County charities. Two Livingston County department heads announced the ambitious $39,000 goal to the Livingston County Board of Supervisors Wednesday afternoon. Frank Bassett, Director of Long-Term Care at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation (CNR), and Ryan Snyder, Director of … [Read more...]
United Way of Livingston County Kicks Off 2017 Campaign with Wegmans
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The United Way of Livingston County kicked off their 2017 campaign at Wegmans Saturday morning. They have set their goal at $250,000 to be dispersed to their 20 partnering Livingston County charities and public programs. "This community's generosity is inspiring but not surprising," said Kevin Van Allen, Co-Vice Chair of United Way's 2017 campaign. "We know we are setting the bar high and Livingston County will always … [Read more...]
5th Annual United Way ‘Gala in the Valley’ Delivers for the Community
GENESEO — United Way of Livingston County hosted their 5th Annual Gala in the Valley on Saturday at the Wadsworth Homestead. The event raises funds for the 20 different agencies that are all located in Livingston County. The Gala in the Valley is the occasion for the annual presentation of the Gertrude Houston Spirit Award. The award is presented to an individual who utilizes their spirit to motivate others to participate in the Livingston … [Read more...]
FROM THE PUBLISHER: Growing Events Lighting Up the Valley
Reading this on your phone? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store. This past weekend, Lifting Up Livingston brought the first ever St. Patrick's Day parade to Livingston County. The GeneseeSun.com had the not-so-subtle 'sunmobile' in the parade, but the rightful winner was Duffy's spectacular float. After roping my mom and Aunt Patty to cram in the back with the hatch propped open, and trotting along handing out stickers and … [Read more...]
United Way of Livingston County Kicks Off 2015 Campaign with Wegmans
GENESEO — United Way of Livingston County started their 2015 campaign with a kick start from Wegmans this past Saturday. The United Way of Livingston County 2015 Campaign has set this years goal of $250,000 that is distributed to 21 different charities right here in Livingston County. "Not only does the event kick off the 2015 campaign, but it also strengthens our sponsorship and support with Wegmans," said Karen Rumfola, United Way … [Read more...]
United Way Gala Offers Black Tie Good Time in Geneseo
GENESEO – The Wadworth homestead will once again host great food, live music and dancing for United Way of Livingston County's third annual Gala in the Valley in September. Event Coordinators Matt Cole and Karen Rumfola confirmed that Ebb Tide, the band from Rochester that likes classic rock with a Caribbean twist, is set to play the event, with Channel 10 weather correspondent Rich Caniglia presiding as master of ceremonies. Cole and … [Read more...]