Dubuque Schools Produces United Way Campaign Film for 2007

The Dubuque Community School District has become a very enthusiastic supporter of the Dubuque United Way. It makes sense, really, because so many of the people who are helped by United Way agencies are children and the parents of our students. Virtually everyone in our community benefits from the centralized fund raising and spending model that is United Way.

Media Developer Gary Olsen again has made his contribution of time and talent, and that makes this the fifth year in a row Gary has produced the film.

Top, Red Cross volunteers on the scene with Holy Cross resident and her burned out home in the background. Above is Jim Waller, retiree and community volunteer who has worked for United Way for 40 years. Norma Denlinger (left) is on the Board of Directors of United Way and a legendary volunteer and community activist.
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"I just feel there are more stories to tell about how our community's quality of life is improved and maintained through United Way and its agencies," explains Olsen. "But the real story that is seldom told is the impact volunteerism has on the community. I wanted to tell the volunteer story, and I got the opportunity as I interviewed people involved in the American Red Cross Disaster Relief program. These are people who are among the first to arrive on a scene of disaster, tragedy, calamity, and they begin the process of comforting and rebuilding lives. It's a wonderful story, and it's all right up there on the screen," explains Olsen.

This film tells the story about Diane, a mother who happens to be deaf and has no sense of smell. One night she awoke surrounded by smoke and flames. Her little home in Holy Cross, IA, was ablaze. Somehow she managed to escape, as did her son, with minor injuries. How Red Cross volunteers provided a means of communication with Diane is a touching story.

Coordinating the film production this year is another volunteer, Rob Apel, the manager of Liberty Bank.
 

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