1949
to
2023
United Way of Butte and Anaconda
Annual Report
2022-2023
73 YEARS OF SERVICE
A Single Donation Goes a Long Way
In 1949, a new method of giving was established in our communities. With one donation, donors were able to fund multiple local programs and United Way Community Events.
Since 1949 our donor base has changed with the passing of time. In 2023 I completed my ninth year as the Executive Director of United Way of Butte and Anaconda. I have had the pleasure of working with many volunteers, those on our Board of Directors and those who have participated in our events. I have seen some longtime donors pass and have welcomed new ones. I have seen employee giving decline and individual giving remain steady. Donations have decreased considerably, but through all these changes it is through the generosity of our donors that we still have that we were able to support twelve local programs and hosted four community events, one activity for children 0-5 and established a new activity benefitting Seniors.
Our Dress a Child event was held in August. In October we participated in KBOW/KOPR’s Treat Street. December saw volunteers complete 9 Days of Christmas Readings and many new donors provided gifts to seniors through our Angel Giving Tree. January and February saw an increase in participants for our Stone Soup events. Our Day of the Child event was held in March. In May we participated in the 9th Annual Older American’s Month “Free” Fun Fair and our allocation decisions for 23-24 were made. We finished our year in June with bobbing for apples at the YMCA’s Kids Day and with a great group of volunteers providing their “Sweat Equity” during our Day of Caring.
Our partner agencies provided programing to 5,391 individuals. They helped educate youth & adults, provided food and shelter to those young & old and provided care to disabled children and their families. Adding in our events, we made an impact on 6,218 individuals in Butte, Anaconda, Deer lodge and Whitehall.
As in 1949, when volunteer giving helped meet human needs, today even more, donors are always needed to help us give a Helping Hand.
With Sincere Gratitude
Juliann Crnich
Executive Director
2022-2023 VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Regan Bartholomew DPHHS
Fr. Tom Hafey Retired Clergy
Kim LaBreche Montana Standard
Tanner Kump NorthWestern Energy
Karen McCarthy Anaconda Community
Scott Parini KBOW/KPOR
Jennifer Plute Fort and Home Realty
Donna Rowling Opportunity Bank
Andi Zdinak Glacier Bank
Board Members will serve three year terms and may be elected for two consecutive terms.
Meetings of the Board occur on the second Wednesday of the month.
All Board Members are required to adhere to our established Code of Ethics and a Conflict of Interest Policy.
All Board Members have the fiduciary duty to represent and protect donor’s interest in the organization. They ensure that all the organization’s assets are kept in good order.
Additionally, they provide sufficient resources to ensure all the organization’s operations are conducted efficiently.
The Board of Directors is charged with the role of selecting, appointing and supporting the Executive Director.
The board has the strategic function of setting the objectives of an organization through its mission, vision, and goals.
