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Lots of great news for WakeUP Wake County these days! The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, based in Winston-Salem, recently announced it will award WakeUP a grant for $35,000 for our work in 2009. This is the first time the Z. Smith Reynolds has given a grant to WakeUP, and it is a fine honor. The foundation recognizes that growth is a serious issue for the entire state and sees WakeUP's efforts as timely and relevant to long-term quality of life. WakeUP is grateful for this generous grant!
Karen Rindge receives Indy's Citizen Award
And more good news.... WakeUP Wake County Chair, Karen Rindge, has been honored with the Independent Weekly's Citizen Award for 2008! Rindge is receiving the recognition for her efforts leading and building the WakeUP organization. The Indy notes WakeUP's key role in advocating for better schools and resources conservation in Wake County.
Click here to read about Rindge and WakeUP.
Consider Year-End Gift for WakeUP
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WakeUP Wake County and our teams of volunteers have worked hard in 2008 on issues vital to the long-term sustainability of our community. Can you help us continue these efforts in 2009 by making a tax-deductible contribution of $30 or more by the end of this year? We cannot do it without your key support!!
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2008 WakeUP Accomplishments:
* hosted 2 major public forums on long-term water supply and on transit
* advocated for "growth paying for growth" mechanisms, like the transfer tax
* launched a coalition for regional transit
* had many media hits on tv, radio and in print
* grew our supporters to over 725