United Way of Central Kane County expresses its sincere appreciation to all who attended United Way Kick - Off Breakfast  to support the 27 member and their 40 programs serving the central Kane County communities. The United Way Campaign Kick-Off Breakfast, underwritten by Target, Costco, and Colonial Café and Ice Cream, was held September 15, 2009 at the Riverwoods Christian Center.

The United Way is the major source for voluntary contributed funds to support health and human service programs of not for profit agencies. This year's $500,000 campaign goal was announced.

Ken Harms and Jim Baier were recognized as Tocqueville Society donors at the event. The Tocqueville Society are gifts $10,000 or more.  Mr. Harms' was recognized for his contribution in 2008-2009 campaign, his continued support as a board member, and United  continued commitment as an UPS executive were applauded at the event.  This campaign year began on a very positive note with Mr.Bair's very generous contribution towards this ambitious goal. "This will be a challenging campaign year," said United Way Vice President Campaign Matthew Richardson. "Because of the downturn in the economy, plant closings, and corporate layoffs, we are committed to working hard to recruit new businesses to participate in the United Way campaign. We are proud that the money raised stays local with 99% of the money raised remains in the community. Last year, United Way assisted over 18,000 central Kane County residents. 

The Kick-Off celebration also recognized the important contributions of the volunteers and contributors. "We should be proud of the thousands of charitable people who are committed to United Way of Central Kane County making our community strong and healthy," Richardson said.