Working Together

The MCUM newsletter Working Together is distributed monthly and contains information for Childcare Program parents, MCUM supporters and interested community members. If you would like to receive a copy via email or in paper format, or just have feedback concerning our newsletter, send a message to mcumfund@bloomington.in.us or call (812) 339-3429.

Volunteer opportunities, tips for healthy families, math word problems... the July edition of Working Together has it all!

July 2010

Looking for a way to help?  The June edition is chock full of suggestions.  Contact our office if you would like more information!

June 2010

Get the latest from MCUM in the May edition of Working Together.  Thank you to everyone who helped make the "Spring Into Action!" event a success and to everyone who contributed to the Feinstein Challenge.

May 2010

The Homeward Bound Walk, the "Spring Into Action!" luncheon and silent auction, the Feinstein Challenge... There certainly are plenty of ways to get involved with MCUM this month!

April 2010

Check out a sampling of auction items for the upcoming "Spring Into Action!" luncheon, learn about the current activities of the childcare program, and learn about the Feinstein Challenge in this edition.

March 2010

This edition of the newsletter recaps the services provided in 2009 and looks forward into the new year.  The "Spring Into Action!" luncheon will be April 25th, the census is right around the corner, and MCUM continues to provide quality, affordable childcare and basic needs assistance.

February 2010

Start your new year off right by catching up with MCUM.   Why should you donate your old cell phone?  How can you help MCUM's Spring Luncheon to be a great success?  Why should you wash your vegetables before cutting them?  The answer to these and many other questions can be found in the latest edition of Working Together.

January 2010

Check out the final "Then and Now" of 2009, featuring Dieter Novak, and a variety of other interesting articles in the December edition of your MCUM newsletter.

December 2009

How does breakfast help you stay healthy?  How did a single bequest to MCUM ensure its continuation? What are easy things that you can do to help our neighbors in need?  Find out more in the latest edition of Working Together. 

November 2009

Check out MCUM's latest newsletter, which is full of useful information.  Learn how to give while shopping for the items you already planned to buy, read about the connection between TV and obesity and mark your calendar with the dates of upcoming events.

October 2009

Learn about the results of the August food drive, read the latest "then and now" spotlight on Joyce Grubb and get the scoop on the upcoming ice cream social.

September 2009

The August "Each One, Feed One" food drive is right around the corner.  Check out the newsletter for more information on this event and other things happening at Monroe County United Ministries.

August 2009

Take a moment to check out the latest newsletter.  Learn more about well water testing, volunteer opportunities associated with the upcoming "Each One, Feed One" food drive, charitable lead trusts and much more.  

July 2009

Monroe County United Ministries is celebrating its 70th year in the community this year.  Join us for a birthday party that also celebrates Stone Belt's 50th year on Sunday, June 7th, 1:00-3:00 at Bryan Park's Henderson Shelter. For more information about this event and everything else that is happening at MCUM, check out the latest newsletter:

June 2009

Why did the Indiana Department of Environmental Management want MCUM to purchase new carpet?  Why should you join us for cake in Bryan Park on June 7th? Why does MCUM need special volunteers to help with filing this summer? What foods do the children of the Otter Classroom think people need to eat in order to grow?  Find the answers to these questions, and much more, in the latest edition of Working Together!

May 2009

Check our April's newsletter for information on the Feinstein Challenge, the latest edition of "Then and Now," more information about how you can support MCUM's programs this summer and our upcoming book fair.

April 2009

Spring is a busy time for MCUM!  The 5th Annual Spring Into Action! Luncheon and Silent Auction will be held March 29 at the Bloomington Convention Center.  Buy your tickets today!  The Homeward Bound Walk will be on April 19 at Third Street Park. We continue to celebrate our 70th year in the community while providing essential services to those in need. 

March 2009

February's newsletter features information about MCUM's upcoming Spring Into Action! luncheon and silent auction, highlights a Bloomington High School North student in the "Then and Now" feature and shares what the Otter class thinks about  the concept of peace.

February 2009 

Please join us in celebrating 70 years in service to the community by reading our monthly "Then and Now" feature, highlighting specific examples of the impact MCUM has made on families and children over these many years.  

January 2009

December's newsletter brings you a wide variety of ways you can help our community's most vulnerable populations.

December 2008

November's Working Together includes lots of information about how you can get involved with MCUM during the holiday season and highlights a planned giver, Pat Abplanalp, who remembered MCUM in her will and had a lasting impact on our community.

November 2008

October's newsletter will update you on upcoming events and MCUM's current needs.  Check out the story about male educators in early childhood education classrooms.    

October 2008