United Way Sets Goal for 2006 Campaign with Big Incentive

“United Way of Randolph County sets a goal of $1.5 million for its 2007 campaign.” While that may sound familiar, in its 50th year of service to our community, United Way has sought out new ideas to reach this year’s goal.
Elizabeth Mitchell, Chief Professional Officer, says, “Hard economic times have affected our ability to reach our goal for campaign in the past few years. When the economy is bad, the need for health and human services rises. This became a concern to our board, our employees and the agencies that we support. I asked the question ‘what more can we do?’ We got a lot of positive feedback”.
To create excitement and increase participation in the campaign, Dan Lackey owner of Asheboro Nissan and Asheboro Honda donated a car. The winner will have their choice of a 2007 Honda Fit or a Nissan Versa. Anyone who donates $100 to the United Way of Randolph County and registers will be eligible to win. Dan Lackey says, “It is everyone’s personal responsibility to serve the community that they live in. Everyone has the ability to give something. My employees and I decided this would be our contribution to the United Way campaign. Hopefully, it will encourage others to donate and find ways to contribute to the greater good of the community.”
“We’re not afraid of the charitable spring running dry here in Randolph County,” said UWRC president Mac Whatley. “Sure, we’ve made fifty trips to the well, and there have been hurricanes and floods and rising gas prices and all manner of demand on people’s ability to give. But United Way exists to serve those members of our community who are least able to help themselves, and our benefactors know that the need for cooperative support can touch any family in this county.”
Any person who donates $100 or more to United Way of Randolph County will be eligible to register to win either the Honda Fit or Nissan Versa providing they meet the regulations. Opportunities to register will be offered through corporate campaigns, residential mailings, at Randolph Mall, the Asheboro Chamber of Commerce’s Business Showcase and at the Asheboro Fall Festival. If these methods are not convenient, donations and registrations will be accepted anytime at the United Way of Randolph County’s office located at 363 S. Cox Street between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm. Call 336-625-2407 for more information.
Both of these cars are considered roomy and fuel-efficient. The Nissan Versa is considered sporty and sensible. According to Ward’s Automotive Group’s Lower Small Car segment, “The Versa is a car packed with the
unexpected, starting with a 122-hp engine that delivers class-leading power and torque, plus exceptional fuel-efficiency.” It also has the largest interior in its class. The Honda Fit is advertised as a roomy compact. Honda.com reports, “An innovative 60/40 split 2nd-row Magic Seat® allows for four distinct interior configurations. Other features include a 109-horsepower, 1.5-liter, VTEC® engine; legendary Honda safety, standard front, front side and side curtain airbags; plenty of storage compartments.”