Check out these great Heart of Illinois United Way events in central Illinois.

Heart of Illinois United Way Events

Check out these great Heart of Illinois United Way events in central Illinois.

VIP: Volunteers Inspire Partnerships on Tuesday, November 6 from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm at Bradley University

Gina Edwards

The Heart of Illinois United Way is partnering with NOVA (Network of Volunteer Administrators), SERVE Illinois and Bradley University to host a volunteer engagement seminar in Peoria on November 6, 2018. Shari Pash, President and Owner of Strategic Solutions for Growth, will provide a dynamic, fun and interactive seminar that is motivational and hands-on. An accomplished coach and trainer with over 30 years of experience, Pash’s work is changing the culture and way organizations approach volunteer recruitment and retention. She provides a customized, multi-step recruitment and retention program with proven success. Join us for a one-day, all access pass to recruiting volunteer talent and taking them beyond being one-hit wonders! To make a reservation visit volunteer.hoiunitedway.org/vip. For more information, contact Gina Edwards, VP Marketing and Communications, at 309-674-5181, ext. 1234 or .

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The Heart of Illinois United Way is partnering with NOVA (Network of Volunteer Administrators), SERVE Illinois and Bradley University to host a volunteer engagement seminar in Peoria on November 6, 2018.

Make Your Reservation Today! 2018 Heart of Illinois United Way Kickoff Breakfast

Gina Edwards

Michelle Sullivan, guest speaker for 2018 Heart of Illinois United Way Kickoff Breakfast Friday, September 7 at the Peoria Civic Center 7-9am.Please join us as we kickoff our 2018 Campaign on Friday, September 7 at the Peoria Civic Center from 7:00 am to 9:00 am.  The breakfast includes a presentation by 2018 Campaign Chairs Paul and Colleen DiGiallonardo, recognition of 2018 Pacesetters, and guest speaker, Michele L. Sullivan.

Seats are $30 each or $240 for a table of 8. Click here to RSVP by August 29.

About Michele Sullivan …

Michele Sullivan, Caterpillar’s Director of Corporate Social Innovation and President of the Caterpillar Foundation, has held various globally influential leadership positions at Caterpillar during her career. Under Sullivan, the Caterpillar Foundation strategically places human need first, not as an afterthought of profit. Michele is well known for her global expertise and sustainable and collaborative approach to philanthropic investing.

At TEDWomen 2016, Sullivan became the first Caterpillar Inc. employee to present a TED talk. In her talk, she speaks candidly about the challenges she has overcome in life, highlighting the importance of acceptance and helping others succeed in the face of their unique challenges.

Named by Inside Philanthropy as one of the 50 most powerful women in philanthropy, Sullivan has served as a U.S. delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, is a board member of the international ONE organization, and was recognized by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business as a 2018 Influential Leader.

GENeration United Mad Dash – July 14th

Gina Edwards

If you’re looking for a chance to break out your old prom tuxes and dresses, compete against others in the community, and possibly win great prizes sign up for the Mad Dash today! Grab your friends, co-workers and peers and get ready for a day of exciting competition in pursuit of the $1,000 grand prize! All proceeds from the Mad Dash go to support the Heart of Illinois United Way.

  • Date/Time: Saturday, July 14 | 9:30 – 12:00 p.m.
  • Location: Bradley University
  • Registration: Teams of 2-4 people/$150/team.

For more information or to register, visit livegenu.org/maddash.
GENeration United Mad Dash - July 14, 2018. Grab your friends, co-workers and peers for a day of exciting competition in pursuit of the $1,000 grand prize!

Save the Date! United Way Kickoff Breakfast and Day of Caring 2018 – September 7th.

Gina Edwards

The Heart of Illinois United Way will officially kickoff our 2018 campaign with a breakfast featuring guest speaker Michele Sullivan, Caterpillar’s Director of Corporate Social Innovation and President of the Caterpillar Foundation.  Following the breakfast, volunteers are invited to participate in our Day of Caring featuring numerous community-wide volunteer opportunities and a food drive.

  • Date/Time: Friday, September 7 | 7:30 am -9:00 am breakfast
  • Location: Peoria Civic Center
  • Reservations:  Open July 30