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What is a Pacesetter?

A United Way Pacesetter “sets the pace” for the campaign by running a campaign previous to the official United Way Community Campaign Kick-off, typically held at the end of August. Pacesetter companies typically run condensed, high energy campaigns that focus on having fun while supporting a wonderful cause, United Way. 

Why should my company become a Pacesetter?

• Typically, United Way Pacesetters enjoy the benefits of being in the “spotlight” along with a number of other local business and organizations. Pacesetters are frequently highlighted in local media outlets including newspaper and radio.

• Pacesetters run an early campaign, which means that the timeframe can sometimes be a better fit for businesses that are especially busy and active during the official campaign months.

• United Way of Portage County Pacesetters are viewed as community leaders.
• Pacesetters are invited to join our annual Pacesetter Kick-off Breakfast which celebrates company and business enthusiasm and support of United Way.

What is expected of a United Way Pacesetter organization?

Pacesetters make a commitment to run company campaigns between June 24 and September 15, 2008. We encourage companies to blast off their campaigns earlier, if they so choose.

Pacesetter totals must be submitted to United Way of Portage County by September 15th Fall Kick-off - Days of Caring.

2008 United Way of Portage County Pacesetters

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United Way, 218 W. Main Street, P. O. Box 845, Ravenna, OH 44266
steve@uwportage.org, Phone: 330-297-1424, Fax: 330-296-3813