“Live United” Kicks Off With a Barbeque

NORWICH – Despite the clouds and early rain, the dedicated volunteers of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut put on a bright and positive barbeque Tuesday to kick off their 2016 campaign. State Reps. Mike France (R-Ledyard) and Kathleen McCarty (R-Waterford) and State Sen. Paul Formica (R-20) attended to support the organization’s service to their communities in New London County.

“United Way serves as an inspirational leader in our state for responsibly using funding – donations, in this case – to put the people first and provide the human and social services we need,” said Rep. France.
“They are an outstanding example of the strength of non-profit organizations in our state, delivering much needed services to the most vulnerable in our community. I appreciated the opportunity to be a part of last week’s event and thank United Way for inviting me.”

“This organization is made up of such caring individuals who possess a real vision of how to improve the quality of life in our community,” said Rep. McCarty. “You can really see how much the volunteers care about their cause – with a majority of them coming from local businesses and corporations like Electric Boat, Soft Rock WBMW, SAVA Insurance, Mohegan Sun and Charter Oak. I am very impressed with the work United Way has accomplished, and with their goals for the year to come.”

“So many volunteers in our communities work tirelessly on behalf of all the efforts which are funded by the United Way each year,” Sen. Paul Formica said. “That energy and enthusiasm is inspiring. It makes a positive impact on people’s lives and it creates a multiplier effect which can be seen in the strength of the human service initiatives throughout the region. Rep. France, Rep. McCarty and I are delighted to be a part of
this unified effort.”

United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all, focusing on helping children to thrive, providing basic human needs, and promoting independence and community wellness. United Way re-engages people and
organizations that bring the passion, expertise, and resources needed to get things done. Everyone is invited to be part of the change by giving, advocating and volunteering.

Rep. France represents the 42nd district of Ledyard, Preston and Montville.

Rep. McCarty represents the 38th district of Waterford and Montville.

Sen. Formica represents the 20th district of Bozrah, East Lyme, Montville, New London, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook. Salem and Waterford.