CELEBRATE UNITED 2026 - Campaign Kickoff Brunch
Presented by Olympic Bluffs Cidery & Lavender Farm
Literacy Changes Everything!
Join us for Celebrate United, Presented by Olympic Bluffs Cidery & Lavender Farm, a vibrant brunch-style fundraiser and annual campaign launch centered around the power of reading, learning, and opportunity. This event will bring together business leaders, educators, nonprofit partners, advocates, and community members for a meaningful and inspiring experience designed to support literacy efforts across Clallam County.
Children who struggle to read...
...are more likely to fall behind academically and face long-term barriers to opportunity. Adults with limited literacy skills often encounter challenges with employment, healthcare, financial stability, and navigating everyday life. When we invest in literacy, we invest in stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures.
Celebrate United will blend storytelling, community conversation, inspiring speakers, and interactive fundraising moments into an event that feels hopeful, welcoming, and creates real change for those in need in Clallam County. We want guests to leave with a connection not only to United Way's mission, but knowing that they have helped our community thrive.
Every dollar raised supports United Way of Clallam County's work to strengthen local programs, support ALICE households, and create pathways to opportunity for children and families across our region.
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Expert Literacy Panel
The main portion of our program with be a panel discussion moderated by our CEO, Christy Smith, exploring the theme of literacy with three experts representing key areas of United Way's work:
- Youth Opportunity: Jennifer Lubecke, Children's Librarian, North Olympic Library System
- Healthy Community: Dr. Terri Sabella, CEO, North Olympic Healthcare Network
- Financial Security: Molly Pringle, Plan Coordinator, North Olympic Peninsula Recompete Coalition
Learn more about each of our expert panelists:
The more we talk about literacy, the more we realize how deeply connected it is to every aspect of our mission.
Thank You Sponsors!
The Storyteller Sponsors
Venue Sponsor
The Book Builder Sponsors
Community Sponsors
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