Elk County, PA-Levan Lezhava, Jessica Baird, Shawn Shaffer, Sophie Polaski, Steve Stoltz, Tiffany Nelson, and Keaton Morgan from Delaney Toyota have made a generous donation to the St. Marys Area United Way, significantly bolstering the organization’s 2024 fundraising efforts. The contribution was presented to Jim Ryan, United Way President, at a recent event.

Delaney Toyota, located at 860 Beaver Drive in DuBois, PA,  is renowned for offering competitive prices, unbeatable value, and an exceptional customer experience. With a knowledgeable and friendly team and a market-leading selection of vehicles, Delaney Toyota ensures that every step of the car-buying journey is seamless and enjoyable. Their commitment to community involvement reflects their core values of service and integrity.

Supporting Local Nonprofits Through United Way:

The St. Marys Area United Way allocates grants to local nonprofit organizations that meet key criteria, including:

• 501(c)(3) status
• Service area within the St. Marys Area School District
• Programs focused on health and human welfare
• Registration with the PA State Bureau of Charitable Solicitation or exemption

Eligible organizations are encouraged to apply for a 2025 grant by calling 814-781-6000 or visiting www.smauw.org to download an application. The application deadline is December 15, 2024, with grant recipients to be announced in early 2025.

Thanks to the success of last year’s campaign, the St. Marys Area United Way funded a wide range of vital organizations in 2024, including:

• Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
• Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys
• Boy Scouts Bucktail Council
• CAPSEA
• Catholic Charities
• Dickinson Center’s Crossroad Program
• Dickinson Center’s St. Marys building project
• Elkland Search and Rescue
• Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania
• Guardian Angel Center
• Jay Township Fire Department
• St. Marys Public Library
• St. Marys Recreation and Parks
• St. Marys Area School District’s elementary library program
• Maintenance of the Eternal Flame on the Diamond in downtown St. Marys

Established in 1925, the St. Marys Area United Way has dedicated nearly a century to enhancing the health and welfare of the local community by supporting trusted local nonprofits. Contributions from corporate donors like Delaney Toyota, as well as individual supporters, are essential to sustaining this mission.

Join the Effort

For more information on how to support the United Way as a corporate or individual donor, please call 814-781-6000 or visit www.smauw.org.