Elk County – Horizon Technology, a local powder metal parts producer, along with its employees, proudly supports the 2024 St. Marys United Way campaign. Ken Wolfe, Tyler Cuneo, and Doug Bauer from Horizon Technology presented a check to Jim Ryan, President of the St. Marys Area United Way, along with Doug Bauer, Vice President of the United Way, Doug Gaffey, United Way Corporate Campaign Chair, and Jason Gabler, United Way board member.

Horizon Technology, based in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, is a locally owned company dedicated to producing high-quality powdered metal parts. This generous contribution, presented during the St. Marys Area United Way’s Corporate Campaign appeal, reflects Horizon Technology’s commitment to community support. The company hopes their donation will inspire other local businesses to contribute to the St. Marys Area United Way campaign.

The funds raised during the 2024 campaign will be distributed to local non-profits in 2025. Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria to apply for funding:

• Hold a current 501(c)(3) status
• Provide services to residents within the St. Marys Area School District
• Address health and human welfare needs
• Be registered with the PA State Bureau of Charitable Solicitation or qualify for an exemption

Organizations interested in applying for grants can contact the St. Marys Area United Way at 814-781-6000 or visit www.smauw.org to request an application. The deadline for 2025 grant applications is December 15, 2024, with awards to be announced in 2025.

The success of the 2023 campaign enabled the United Way to support vital community 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

Since 1925, the St. Marys Area United Way has been dedicated to supporting the health and welfare of the community. Relying on the generosity of local businesses and individuals, the United Way plays a crucial role in meeting the financial needs of local non-profit agencies.

For more information on how to contribute as a corporate or individual donor, please contact the St. Marys Area United Way at 814-781-6000 or visit www.smauw.org.