Central Indiana United Way Supporters Host Reception

Stephen Farber, Scott Reed, Lynn Farber, and Tony George.

There seems to be a new way of giving when it comes to the United Way. The organization known for asking corporations and its employees for annual donations is bringing the campaign home, literally, in an entertaining way. Families such as the Lindseys in Williams Creek offer up their home for an evening of fun and giving. Jessica and Dave Lindsey teamed up with several other couples, many from the Geist and Carmel areas, to throw a party at their home to rouse support for the central Indiana United Way.

With a creative invitation that read:

Forget what they say about Friday the 13th—help us create some good luck for Central Indiana.

Shelli and Jeff McDonald

Cheese and fine wine wine courtesy of Lacy+Company, “Purveyors of Fine Wine,” was offered to guests as well as hors d’oeuvres from Café Patachou.

The United Way of Central Indiana’s President and CEO Ellen Annala says it seems to be a new way for families to celebrate and give to the charitable organization that serves several agencies throughout central Indiana.

The Lindseys kicked off the party in their spacious kitchen with a few words to their guests.

Hosts David Lindsey (left) and wife Jessica (right) with Nichole, Eric Jr. and Eric Poole.

“We are so blessed,” said Dave. “But, we have to take it beyond to people who just don’t have those blessings. When we were asked to host this tonight, it was an easy yes!”

The night also featured a special appearance by the Poole family who received help from a United Way agency, Easter Seals Crossroads, for their son Eric who was born premature at 1 lb. 12 oz..

“Doctors said he may not ever walk and he may not talk but with help from United Way volunteers, if you’ve seen him tonight, he’s doing all that! Easter Seals Crossroads taught him basic life skills."

UWCI’s Campaign Chair and senior vice president of Eli Lilly and Company Gino Santini with Pat Carlini.

UWCI’s Campaign Chair and senior vice president of Eli Lilly and Company, Gino Santini, was also on hand for the festivities. Tony and Laura George were in attendance as well as several co- hosts including Julie and Bernie Lacy, Elizabeth and J.A Lacy, and Brenda and Steve Walker.

The United Way of Central Indiana’s goal this year is $39 million and they were at 60% of their goal by November 10th.

Joan Isaac and Pat Carlini

The Lindsey party raised dollars for United Way and offered a good time for all—which may be just the way to get it done in a day where the need is so high with the economy is still so down.