Penny Hillemann

Rice County Area United Way Executive Director Penny Hillemann talks about the review of grant applications, the criteria they consider, and funding priorities determined by reviewers to be forwarded for consideration by the United Way Board.  There have already been microgrants awarded to seven area nonprofits that are assisting people impacted by the Covid19 health emergency – these are funds that were specifically donated for that purpose.

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