Caroline Scutt
United Way
of Hunterdon County
“To see my son’s bright smile on Christmas morning when he saw that Santa had come was a present all in its own. I am glad there are people out there like you who bring joy to needy families.”
This quote is from one of the many thank you letters to generous donors who supported United Way of Hunterdon County’s Holiday Hands program. The program served more than 2,400 individuals in need in 2011 and it is no surprise that an increased need already is being seen for this year. These challenging economic times coupled with Hunterdon County’s high cost of living make it increasingly difficult for low- to moderate-income families, elderly residents and others with special needs to make ends meet and is especially poignant during the holiday season.
Getting involved in Holiday Hands is easy. United Way will match individuals or organizations with a family and/or individual and provide their wish list. Unwrapped gifts and/or gift cards are brought to the United Way of Hunterdon County’s office by Dec. 5 Gift cards are always needed, especially for individuals and family that are not “adopted”.
If you, your company or your organization are interested in learning more about adopting a family or volunteering this holiday season, please contact Amy Andersen at 908-782-3414, ext. 24, or via email at [email protected].
United Way is working to advance the common good by focusing on education, income, and health. These are the building blocks for a good life — a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health.
Your participation in Holiday Hands makes a significant impact to ensure that local families will experience the wonder of the holidays, and it is a remarkable way for your family, your office, your organization or your friends and you to LIVE UNITED by investing in improving lives and conditions in our community.

