Dr. Paul Chaplik, Executive Director of United Way of  Skagit County for 12 years, retired the end of July, 2010.  A celebration of his service to United Way was held on Friday, August 20.  More than 60 people – Board members and representatives of United Way’s partner agencies – attended.  Board President Sue Krienen noted that Paul served as Executive Director from 1998 to 2010.  During that time, over 9 million dollars was raised by United Way and distributed to help youth, seniors, and people in need.  In 1999, United Way helped 20 non-profit agencies;  in 2010, over 30 agencies are part of the United Way team.  Other speakers noted Paul’s organizational skills and care of Board members.  He served as a mentor to many individuals and his integrity helped create a model of encouraging others to ‘play well together.’

Paul was joined at the lunch celebration by his wife Joan and children Matt, Jonna, and Cyndi and son-in-law Ted.

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