United Way of Merrimack County Recognizes Local Leadership Donors

Kurt and Elaine Swenson Receive the 2008 Rumford Society Award

Concord, June 30, 2008:  United Way of Merrimack County’s Rumford Society gathered at Bridges House on June 18, 2008 to celebrate a successful leadership giving campaign.  The Rumford Society includes 350 local donors who make an annual gift of $1,000 or more to United Way.  The event was generously sponsored by Northeast Delta Dental.

“Our generous Rumford Society donors are so important to the success of our annual campaign,” stated Elizabeth Hager, Executive Director of United Way.  “They are living our mission to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community.”

Rumford Society Chair, Robert Larsen, presented the 2008 Rumford Society Award to donors Kurt and Elaine Swenson.   “The Swensons are a great example of people who believe in giving back,” Larsen said.  “Their loyal support of United Way is inspiring and it is a pleasure to recognize their commitment to the community.”

At the event, Governor John Lynch addressed the group and thanked everyone for their involvement.