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Way of Martin County for
always being there when we
need them most, not only
by providing resources and
assistance through disaster
relief programs, but most
importantly, by being the
guiding light to residents
who may otherwise feel lost.
With the generosity of those
working and volunteering
at United Way, our beloved
family and friends can
remain hopeful that they
will get back on their feet Event Emcee Derek Lowe, coordinator of Public
every time.” Information and Community Relations for the Martin
During the luncheon, County School District.
United Way announced
Martin County’s Top 10 Number 2 Most Generous Workplace Award presented to Seacoast Bank. (Robert Barfield,
Most Generous Workplaces Jenny Yingling, Sarah Lynch, Chuck Shaffer, Denise Anderson, Lisa Vasquez, Jared
and Communities that make Gaylord, Leslie Warren)
our community investment
possible. 6. Cleveland Clinic
Top 10 Workplaces 7. Raymond James
1. Publix 8. City of Stuart
2. Seacoast Bank 9. Wells Fargo
3. FPL 10. Ashley Capital
4. Pratt & Whitney Top 10 Communities
5. Martin County Board of County Commissioners 1. Sailfish Point
2. Harbour Ridge
3. Willoughby
4. Sewall’s Point
5. Piper’s Landing
6. Jupiter Hills
7. Mariner Sands
8. Sandhill Cove
9. Loblolly
10. Jupiter Island
These are the Top 10 of Since United Way’s inception of honoring our Top 10 Most
the nearly 200 companies Carol G. Houwaart-Diez, Generous Workplaces and Communities, Publix Super Markets
and communities whose United Way of Martin County continues to reign as the most generous workplace in Martin
employees and residents president and CEO with Elliot County. (Left to right: Blake Davis and Dipal Mehta)
gave philanthropic Paul, United Way of Martin
contributions to United Way County board chair. • The Hand Raiser
of Martin County during Award was presented to
Since United Way’s inception of honoring our Top 10 Most the previous campaign year. Since United Way’s inception Wilmington Trust for
Generous Workplaces and Communities, Sailfish Point of honoring its Top 10 Most Generous Workplaces and always raising their hands
continues to reign as the most generous community in Martin Communities, Publix Super Markets and Sailfish Point to help when United Way
County. (Left to right: Kathryn (Muffin) Adamiak, Dennis continue to reign as the most generous workplace and is in need.
Longstreet, Noreen Fisher, John Adamiak, Betsy Herold) community in Martin County. • The Collaborator
The following awards were presented to organizations of the Year Award was Sailfish Point homemade and
and individuals that went above and beyond to support presented to Cleveland custom decorated United Way
United Way of Martin County’s efforts by donating their Clinic for partnering cookie dessert platter.
time, talent and treasure. strategically with United
Way on specific, critical initiatives.
• The Volunteer of the Year Award was presented
to Kenny Marks for being a staple volunteer in our
community.
• The Live United Award was presented to Zweben
Law Group for their decade-long commitment to supporting
United Way through their annual Bike Drive.
• The Unsung Hero Award was presented to Amy
Bottegal for her significant behind-the-scenes impact on
our community.
United Way also would not be able to uphold its mission
The Unsung Hero Award was presented to Amy Bottegal for without the support of its incredible sponsors. Their
her significant behind-the-scenes impact on our community. unwavering commitment is the driving force behind our
(Carol G. Houwaart-Diez, Amy Bottegal, Derek Lowe) ability to honor the true game-changers in our community:
• Publix
Southern Exposure Technologies • Comcast
Computer Install/Setup/Repair • Betsy Herold
• FPL
(561) 315-0144 • Seacoast Bank
getsetgo.annie@gmail.com The Collaborator of the Year Award was presented to • Pratt & Whitney
* DSL, Broadband,Wireless Install Cleveland Clinic for partnering strategically with United • Arati Hammond
* Networking, Troubleshooting Way on specific, critical initiatives. (Stephanie Quirantes, • C&W Technologies
* Instruction Alex Greenwood, Carol G. Houwaart-Diez, Derek Lowe) • FoxHaven Roofing Group
* Hardware/Software Installation • HBK CPAs & Consultants – HBKS Wealth Advisors
* Virus/Spyware/Adware Fix • Keane Thomas & Pinnacoli
* Cleanup/Maintenance/Backup
* Business Consult/Startup/Move • Sandhill Cove
* Website Design/Maintenance • SouthState
Call S.E.T. to install your “new computer, printer • STS Aviation Group
and wireless network”! The goal of United Way is to increase self-sufficiency
GET S.E.T. GO! for every person in Martin County through resources and
REASONABLE HOURLY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY RATES programs that promote health, education and financial
FOR SMALL BUSINESSES FOR AS LOW AS $50.00 AN HOUR, security. This year, United Way invested over $1.9 million
WITH A MINIMUM OF 6 HOURS A MONTH, in local programs to help Martin County families get solid
OR 2 HOURS A WEEK, OR ON AN AS-NEEDED
BASIS RATE OF $75.00 P/HOUR. financial ground, students succeed in school, and seniors
START YOUR NEW YEAR WITH SECURE BACKUPS, and veterans break transportation barriers, among other
QUALITY MAINTENANCE, ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND critical programs.
PERSONABLE ON-SITE SUPPORT! For more information about United Way of Martin County,
(561) 315-0144
CALL S.E.T. TODAY FOR YOUR COMPUTER NEEDS! visit UnitedWayMartin.org.
Attendees enjoying the program. Photos by Liz Mckinley