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Videos  Upcoming Events for Campaign 2009 Rotarian of the Year Kevin O’Brien, long-time Tri-County United Way volunteer, board member, and campaign chair, was recently honored by the Glens Falls Rotary Club as their Rotarian of the Year. Pictured with Kevin are his supportive family members, including his brother John, wife Sue, mother, and his two sons.  Congratulations to Kevin, a role model for the community for his dedication to so many organizations in the region.                                     Live United -This Winter Overview   Crandall Library announcement regarding food drop-off location Representatives from Covidien; CR Bard; and Navilyst Medical met at the Crandall Library to announce the placement of a drop-off bin at the Glen Street entrance of the Library for donations for local food pantries.  Christine McDonald of the Library thanked everyone for their support, which will enable speedy delivery to local pantries as donations are received.   Campaign Results for the Education Division     Tom McGowan, Superintendent of Glens Falls City School District; Dr. Ron Heacock, President of Adirondack Community College, and Doug Huntley, Superintendent of Queensbury Union Free School District, announce the campaign results for the Education Division of the Tri-County United Way campaign. Many local schools participate in the United Way work, and this year the total results for this division totaled $27,008.75; an increase of 24% from the previous year. Many thanks to the school employees who are so supportive of the work of the United Way agencies. Community Investment 2009 These volunteers play a very important role in Tri-County United Way work.  They meet with individual agencies and participate with other panel members in helping to decide the monetary allocations which each of our participating agencies will receive.  Their focus and dedication to this process ensures that the monies raised by Tri-County United Way for distribution are carefully aligned to meet the critical needs of our region. Our appreciation goes out to all involved in this work. TRI-COUNTY UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN RECOGNITION

The United Way recently celebrated the conclusion of this year’s campaign by recognizing donors, companies and volunteers at a breakfast at the Queensbury Hotel.  Our thanks go out to all:  volunteers, campaign workers at the various companies, individuals.  This year’s campaign not only will effectively address the important needs provided by our member agencies, but also helped those in need of assistance through the Live United This Winter initiative.     Corporate Spirit Award   Glens Falls National Bank  In recognition of their campaign, which was the highest this year, as well as their corporate culture, which is evidenced in so many ways by giving back to the communities which the bank serves.   TOP TWENTY CAMPAIGN AWARDS Inspiring Community Award   Gold Level Our deep appreciation to: Adirondack Community College Cargill Animal Nutrition Covidien Lake George Elementary  NBT Bank Queensbury Union Free School District SCA-Greenwich Tribune Media Service  The Post Star United Parcel Service.   Silver Level Our sincere thanks to: Andritz C.R. Bard Hudson Falls School District  Glens Falls Hospital Kadant AES  National Grid  Navilyst Medical SCA-South Glens Falls  TD Banknorth  Valero Energy.   HELPING HANDS AWARD Glens Falls City School District Our thanks to all of our school participants, and kudos to Glens Falls for once again bringing home the sought-after Helping Hand Award!   Mario Scarselletta Jr. Community Service Award Irving Tissue   CAMPAIGN ROOKIE AWARD Americlean   VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD Laura Critcher

 Presented to Laura Critcher, of Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Co., for her outstanding devotion to
 community service, as shown by her participation on both auction and community investment committees.

RSVP Spring Recognition 2009