It is that time of year again where you can help your community by donating to the UFCC. The UFCC goal this year is $875,000, which will help to support 74 charitable agencies that have a significant presence in Alachua County. The Libraries have set a goal of $21,000 and 65% participation for this year. We're counting on all of you to help us beat our 2002 contributions by $1,585 with 11% more participation!

Each year we have been successful in providing more contributions to the UFCC agencies. Our continued and increased support this year will augment our community's ability to help our neighbors in need. Please consider joining your library colleagues in our effort to help replenish the financial resources that benefit so many of our friends, neighbors and other residents here in Gator Country! Visit the UFCC website (http://www.ufcc.ufl.edu/) for information on participating agencies.

For everyone's enjoyment, the Libraries are again sponsoring the Silent Auction and the all new Chili Cook-Off! We anticipate lots of fun this year as we try to raise money for a good cause. Visit the Silent Auction webpage or the Chili Cook-Off webpage for all the details.