Contributed by Michele Harmeling, United Way of Mat-Su
United Way of Mat-Su will convene an advisory board to assist in the procurement of art pieces to be installed near or on public right-of-way locations around the City of Palmer. We are seeking community-minded individuals with a passion for art, a love for the Mat-Su, and an active interest in improving our community. A history of active community engagement, particularly with the arts, is preferred.
The ideal candidate for the Advisory Board will bring with them a knowledge of the aesthetics, history, culture and geography of Palmer. Board members should be willing and able to commit 10-12 hours per month toward board activities, particularly during the initial phases of this project.
Board members will review initial proposals by local artists, narrowing their selection for finalists. Finalists will move on to further review. Advisory Board members should anticipate meeting biweekly during the RFP review period, with meeting schedules adjustable to reflect workload. Meetings may be conducted virtually. Knowledge of virtual platforms such as Zoom and conference calling will be helpful.
While Advisory Board members are welcome to submit art for consideration, any members doing so must recuse themselves of the review process.
Please submit a letter of interest via email to admin@unitedwaymatsu.org.
Questions? Call 745-5824 or email admin@unitedwaymatsu.org.
Stuff the Bus 2020: A Drive-Thru Day of Action
Our first Drive-Thru Day of Action was a resounding success.
Thanks to many local volunteers, partners and our Board members, we were able to pivot to an outdoor, contact-less event.
We are grateful for the awesome advice and assistance of the Menard Center staff in creating a traffic flow that allowed over 800 Mat-Su students to receive backpacks, school supplies and face masks to help them start the school year right. We know this year has posed many challenges, and we are so glad to have risen to this one with smiles on all faces and willing hands to help.
Sincere thanks to the following volunteers:
Sonja Nelson (MTA)
Stacie Stigar
Madeline Ortiz
Abuela and Abuelo Ortiz
Rhys Allen
Houston Allen
Madeline Emmi
Dakota Brown
Demara Crim
Alicia Fields & Family
Ana Arreola
Samantha Glick
Sarah Collins, Mat-Su Home Builders Association
Josie Pierson
Collette Cook
Kim Locke
Christian Mulkey, Mrs. Alaska America 2020
Sydney Lopez
Brenda McCain and Jo Pendleton, Willow CERT Team
Bill Morrow & the Mat-Su American Red Cross staff
Teresa Martinez & Dominic, UWMS Board of Directors
Tyler Healy, Lauren Hedgecroft, Rebecca Sullivan, Youth 360
First National Bank of Alaska Staff
We couldn't have done this without you! Your flexibility and willingness to “roll with the punches” during this unique event has made all the difference.
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