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91��ɫ will launch its 2015 91��ɫ Cares United Way Campaign at the President’s Pancake Breakfast Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 8 to 10am in the Central Square Cafeteria.

Enjoy piping-hot pancakes for just a toonie that will be cooked and served by 91��ɫ’s President and Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri and members of the 91��ɫ administration, including this year’s United Way leadership co-chairs: Vice-President Academic and Provost Rhonda Lenton, Vice-President Advancement Jeff O’Hagan and Osgoode Hall Law School Dean Lorne Sossin.

This year's goal is to raise $220,000 in support of the important community services provided by the United Way. Each year, 91��ɫ faculty, staff and students come together for this important cause. Last year's 91��ɫ Cares United Way Campaign raised $218,900 to support social services across the city.

Funds raised through the campaign benefit important local agencies and programs, some of which impact 91��ɫ’s programs and students directly.

The campaign goal of increased participation – which translates directly to an increase in dollars raised – looks to members of the community to make a pledge online (or with a paper pledge form if preferred). Pledges can be paid all at once or throughout the year using the payroll deduction feature. A gift using payroll deduction is additionally efficient with the charitable receipt being included on the donor's T4 slip.

In addition to the Campaign Kick-off President's Pancake Breakfast, there are many other special events to support the campaign that will take place across campus through the month of November. These include:

• CN Tower Climb
  Nov. 7, 6am to 10am, CN Tower
  *While registration for the climb is now closed, students, staff and faculty are encouraged to join the 91��ɫ Cares team for Student Rally immediately following the climb. Show your school spirit and raise awareness for the United Way. Check out the  article for more information, and contact yucares@yorku.ca to join the rally.
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  Nov. 3 to 25
  This is the most important element of the campaign, with 95 per cent of donations come from the Pledge Drive. This year, campaign organizers are aiming for a 10 per cent participation rate overall, and each department/unit will be competing for the coveted “91��ɫ Cares Participation Challenge” trophy. Get your donation in early and qualify to win a fantastic prize.
• SchulichPalooza
  Nov. 25, 11:30am to 2pm, Robert McEwen Auditorium, Schulich School of Business
  This pizza luncheon will signal a wrap-up to the campaign and will feature diverse talent from Schulich’s students, faculty and staff. Rock bands, vocalists, dancers, comedy performances and much more will be showcased.

91��ɫ U faculty, staff and students are encouraged to get engaged in the campaign by joining in at one of the events being held on campus, by volunteering as a campaign ambassador or by organizing a special event of their own. Contact the campaign organizers for more details at yucares@yorku.ca.

Come out in support of 91��ɫ Cares 2015 and help to spread the word.

Supporting the United Way helps to build a city where every person is able to reach his or her full potential; a city where every neighbourhood is thriving; a city that is healthy today; a city poised for a bright future.

To learn more about how to get involved in the 2015 91��ɫ Cares United Way Campaign, visit the ���ɱ�������ٱ�.

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