For years, Pearl Companies embraces the opportunity to raise money for the United Way during our Spirit Week celebration just before Halloween. Even though it was a difficult year financially for many people, our associates truly went the distance—this year’s fun-filled events raised a grand total of over $15,000. Dozens of Pearl employees have also joined United Way to volunteer regularly.

Facts about United Way:

• On average, more than 1,100 people use United Way-funded services every day.
• More than 40% of those helped are under the age of 18.
• The United Way funds 112 programs at 45 member agencies.
• Money raised throughout the Heart of Illinois United Way campaign stays in our community, but Pearl representatives who live outside of these counties were able to allocate their donation to their local United Way.