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Episode 19: Gretchen Sprinkle, Kishwaukee United Way
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Welcome to episode 19, an interview with Gretchen Sprinkle, executive director of the Kishwaukee United Way. In 1887, the model was created in Denver, Colorado to fundraise for local needs and then distribute those funds to local organizations. First called a charity organization society, then in 1913, the first Community Chest was created in Cleveland, Ohio which was widely used for United Way organizations until the 1950s. Today, there are over 1,300 local United Ways in communities across the United States. Locally, the Kishwaukee United Way is engaged in several programs that you will hear about including 211, Smart Money Initiative, and much more. They also fund 21 partner agencies in the county and organize an annual Day of Caring. Enjoy the episode!
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