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UB UNITED BOARD to S OF missions* September 21, President Ronald Reagan The White House Washington, C. C. land fine 1981 capy of one for x PR Dear President Reagan: I heard on the morning news that you are looking into organizations that are operated mainly by volunteers who do social service work in their areas. The United Board of Missions, Port Arthur, Texas, is one such group. We have been in existance for over 12 years now and have over 400 volunteers serving our community. Our programs are varied and serve all age groups. Among the programs we have established are: 1. Emergency Family Services: This program serves those in need with food, clothing, rent & utility assistance, medical & dental assistance, and transportation. We research the needs of those who come to us and individual volunteer counselors determine the help given. We have a Clothing Store with clothing donated by individuals in our community. Food is also donated by community clubs, organizations, churches and individuals. Money for rent, utilities, etc. is also donated by individuals and clubs locally. We are not funded by any grant or United Fund. 2. Meals On Wheels: A local meals program, served Tuesday and Fridays to shut-ins in our community. Funds for this program come from our own community. Cost runs approximately $1,600 per month. Those who can are asked to pay for their own meals. The Meals are $1.50 each. Volunteers deliver the meals. 3. Share A Toy: A Christmas program for children, ages birth to 16 years. All volunteer. Funds for this program come from our community. Also the community donates used toys. 4. Back To School: A program to provide good used clothing and new shoes and school supplies. Funded by our community. 5. Hearing Aid Bank: A program that supplies used, repaired hearing aids to those who cannot afford them. 6. Vial of Life: A program furnishing emergency medical information for hospitals, ambulances, etc. on individuals who have medical problems. 1701 Bluebonnet / Mailing Address Box 3856, Port Arthur, Texas 77640 / 982-9412

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