[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1273]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




       CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF THE UNITED WAY OF GREATER AUGUSTA

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                           HON. BOB GOODLATTE

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 27, 2017

  Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, it's the people who make a community a 
great place to live, work, and in my case, represent. The generosity of 
the community and their care for their neighbors defines this part of 
Virginia. Over the past 75 years, the United Way has harnessed these 
values and used them as a catalyst to improve the lives of people in 
the community.
  Around 1942, United Way organizations were founded in Staunton and 
Waynesboro. As these organizations continued to grow, in 2004 they 
merged to become the United Way of Greater Augusta, Inc. in order to 
offer more effective services to the community. This organization has 
long worked toward positive change in their community, and I am honored 
to pay tribute to the United Way of Greater Augusta, Inc. as they 
celebrate 75 years of service to the people of Staunton, Waynesboro, 
and Augusta County.
  Through grants, workplace campaigns, corporate partnerships, and 
individual donations, the United Way has raised funds to help make a 
positive impact in the community. They have helped families and 
individuals in the Greater Augusta region by providing support to local 
agencies like the Valley Children's Advocacy Center, the Daily Living 
Center, Valley Hope Counseling Center, and Renewing Homes. The United 
Way has also made targeted investments in programs such as Stuff the 
Bus, the Financial Stability Center, and Imagination Library. The work 
of the United Way has evolved throughout its 75 year history, and I am 
confident that it will continue to do so to meet both the short-term 
and long-term needs of those it serves in the Greater Augusta region.
  There are many people responsible for the continued growth and 
success of the United Way of Greater Augusta. Countless volunteers have 
donated their time to serve the community. Board Members have served as 
active voices in the community for the United Way's work. Staff members 
have worked hard to promote the work of the United Way and make sure 
the wheels run smoothly on a day-to-day basis. While I extend my 
gratitude to all of these individuals, I also want to specifically 
recognize Cynthia Pritchard for her service as President and CEO of the 
United Way of Greater Augusta. As she prepares to leave this position, 
it is clear that much of the good work of this organization would not 
have been possible without her guidance and leadership over the past 
seven and a half years.
  Congratulations to the United Way of Greater Augusta on this 
momentous occasion. I wish them all the best, and look forward to the 
positive impact they will continue to make.

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