United Way Launches Planning InitiativeAfter celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2018, United Way of Kosciusko County says it is launching the most comprehensive strategic planning effort in its history.
The goal is to build the framework that will keep United Way at the forefront of Kosciusko County philanthropy for the next 60 years, according to a news release from the organization.
A nine-member task force has been convened and began work in January.
“Challenging ourselves to get better and not taking anything for granted is something the board of directors takes very seriously,” said Ted Westerhof, chairman of the board of directors. "Our community is changing, and we have to evolve, too."
Kosciusko County is experiencing several national trends. The workforce is getting younger as millennials find their place in the economy. Technology is impacting how choices are made and the speed of expectations. And employees are often commuting further and have a regional perspective.
All of this is impacting donors’ perspectives, the organization believes.
Donors are looking for creative solutions to today's most pressing problems, more chances to get involved and quality data to make informed decisions.
The public is invited to share their opinions at two events.
The first will be Wednesday from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation's lower-level conference room. The second is Feb. 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the same location.
Reservations can be made by emailing Katelyn Blanchard at katelyn@unitedwaykosciusko.org.
Task Force members include Westerhof, Adam Turner, Tammy Keirn, Amanda Gould, Heath Simcoe, Randy Polston, Olivia Kmieciak, Matt Boren and Amanda Davis.
