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Denton, Texas (January 25, 2010): United Way of Denton County (UWDC) announced today that $2,382,931.48 was raised to advance the common good in our community.

Despite the tough economic climate, the annual campaign reached 97% of its goal and saw an overwhelming growth in support from a number of corporate partners and their employees. Here are a few examples of the many campaigns that saw record growth this past year.

• Wells Fargo’s employee giving was up 144%
• Morrison Milling quadrupled its corporate gift and employee giving was up by 38%
• The Wal-Mart Distribution Center increased its employee donations by 49%, which was then matched dollar for dollar by the Wal-Mart Foundation
• The City of Denton increased its campaign donation by $9,532

“I am grateful to and proud of the individuals in Denton County who have answered the call of service to advance the common good through participation in their individual workplace campaigns through payroll deduction, cash gifts, and/or special events,” said Mary Ann McDuff, UWDC Board Chair. “My heartfelt and personal thanks go to those who continue to contribute to United Way in record numbers and amounts.”

                Because of the generosity shown throughout this year’s campaign, United Way’s 25 partner agencies will continue to provide a variety of services to residents throughout Denton County, including child and senior care, emergency rent and utility assistance, food, clothing and crisis counseling.

United Way of Denton County is working to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health – the building blocks for a good life. Through the work of our partner agencies, it is our goal to: help families have financial stability, build healthy communities and help children and youth achieve their potential.