The United Way of the Flint Hills has announced its drive chair for its annual fundraising campaign.
USD 252 Superintendent Mike Argabright has been chosen to serve as the chair for the 2021-22 campaign. In a news release from the United Way Argabright says, “I am humbled to join the United Way of the Flint Hills as this year’s Campaign Drive Chair, I encourage community members to support this year’s United Way Campaign. That support will help the United Way continue their long tradition of positive community impact and prideful community outcomes.”
In the same news release, United Way Director Mickey Edwards says, “Our community is so fortunate to have Dr. Argabright as a leader in education and in other initiatives, I am excited to have him leading the charge in this year’s campaign. Dr. Argabright’s mantra is ‘Pride, Community, Service.’ I am excited for him to bring that attitude and his caring leadership style to the United Way campaign.”
Edwards will join KVOE’s Newsmaker 2 segment Thursday at 8:20 am to discuss the upcoming campaign in more detail. This past year’s campaign raised more than $444,000 to support a variety of community partners in the local area.
The 2021-22 campaign begins Aug. 19.
