With U there's a way" is the theme for the 2000 United Way campaign, which runs from Oct. 12-31. According to Vice President for Administration Maxine Colm, this year's UD campaign goal is $210,000.

"As we begin this year's annual United Way campaign, I ask our employees to contribute as much as they can," Colm said. "Members of the University of Delaware community have always been most generous in their support of United Way, and our institution has played a significant role in helping the statewide drive meet its annual goal.

"Some of our employees, as well as their family members and neighbors, have benefited richly from services provided by United Way agencies. Other employees work as volunteers, helping those in need. Our annual campus drive provides an opportunity to contribute through a one-time donation or payroll deduction, and even the smallest donation is appreciated and helpful to those in need."

According to UD President David Roselle, "The University of Delaware's relationship with United Way is special, and one that is an important part of campus life. Members of our faculty, staff and students are actively involved with United Way agencies, and participation in the annual fund raising drive is a UD tradition.

"We're also proud that we have consistently exceeded our campaign giving goal, and I urge all members of the University community to help us continue this tradition of excellence. Our employees have been generous in sharing their good fortune and recognizing the value of the United Way's important role in our community."

Keynote speaker for the campaign kickoff on Oct. 12 will be James A. Wolfe, Plant Manager, DaimlerChrysler Corp. and 2000 United Way of Delaware statewide campaign chair. The annual kickoff also will feature the premiere of this year's campaign video, produced by Robert DiIorio, University Media Services.

According to Joyce Henderson, campaign chair, the United Way video and the electronic pledge form will be available at the start of the campaign on the United Way web site, [www.udel.edu/ unitedway], and from a special link on the University's home page. The web site also will feature a variety of useful information on the campaign, from an online version of the solicitors' guide to a complete list of campaign incentives.

Nancy Wallace, Human Resources, said the role of the campus solicitor has changed significantly this year.

"The role of our United Way solicitors is changing," she said. "In past years, solicitor efforts centered on collecting and recording pledges. As a result of the new electronic pledge form which automates contribution recordkeeping, solicitors can better focus their energies on marketing the United Way to colleagues and responding to questions about agencies and programs."

Again this year, an incentive program is being offered for employees who donate to the campaign. To be eligible, employees must give a minimum of

• $5 per pay ($120 total) for a chance to win a Gateway Computer, Intel Celeron Processor, 64 MB, 100 MHZ SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB donated by Gateway Business;
  
  
• $3 per pay ($72 total) for a chance to win a free gold parking permit or equivalent credit toward the cost of a gate-controlled or reserved parking, donated by Public Safety, or a Big Boulder Ski Trip for two, donated by University Centers; or
  
  
• $1 per pay ($24 total) for opportunity to win a number of other awards.
  
  

Following is a list of these incentives and each's sponsor:

• Five sets of three tickets for the Family Performing Arts Series and five sets of three tickets for the Performing Arts Series–Office of Alumni and University Relations
  
  
• Two sets of two tickets for performances at Bob Carpenter Center–Bob Carpenter Center
  
  
• Virden Center weekend accommodations for two– Conferences and Centers/ Lewes
  
  
• Two sets of tickets for motor coach transportation for two to New York City–Division of Continuing Education
  
  
• Two Delaware 4-H cookbooks and one week at 4-H camp for one child–Delaware Cooperative Extension
  
  
• Two complimentary family memberships to the Delaware Nature Society–Delaware Nature Society
  
  
• Two one-year memberships for the Blue and Gold Club; a Blue and Gold Club dinner for two; and $25 in UD dining points–Dining Services
  
  
• Dinner for two at Vita Nova–Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management Program
  
  
• Two sets of tickets for transportation to New York City and Inner Harbor– University Centers
  
  
• One set of four men's and four women's basketball tickets–Intercollegiate Athletics Program
  
  
• One 8" x 10" color photograph and two YoUDee-Grams–Office of Public Relations
  
  
• Summer 2001 pool membership; two sets of five ice skating passes; and two full-size lockers with free linen service at Carpenter Sports Building–Recreation Programs
  
  
• Two tickets for the Professional Theatre Training Program–Department of Theatre
  
  
• Two membership cards for Entertainment 2001–U-Del Credit Union
  
  
• Five pairs of tickets to the Summer Arts Festival– University relations (This incentive is for Southern Delaware employees participants only.)
  
  
• Three $100 University Bookstore gift certificates and a YoUDee doll– University Bookstore
  
  
• Two sets of passes for two to attend the Winterthur Yuletide Candlelight Tour (This incentive is for Southern Delaware employees participants only.)–Winterthur Museum

For additional information about this year's campus United Way campaign or the video, which can be borrowed for showings in departments and offices, please call 831-8823.

Dear Colleague:

The University of Delaware's 2000 United Way campaign will be conducted from Oct. 12-31. This year, the University's goal is $210,000; the overall campaign goal for the United Way of Delaware is $29 million.

Your pledge, in the form of a payroll deduction, will provide needed community services on a year-round basis. By using the United Way's expanded designation options, you can direct your gift to community care, targeted care, specific care, neighboring United Ways and eligible non-member nonprofit organizations.

For additional information about the campaign, contact the United Way solicitor in your unit or Kay McCormick, Office of Human Resources, at 831-8823. Please give generously to the United Way. Your contribution will help us continue the tradition of people helping people and enhance the quality of life in our community.

Thank you.