Emerson Electric, Appleton Group donate $20k to Erath County United Way.

HR manager of Appleton Group Gemma Marie, ECUW board president Shelley Gilliland and ECUW campaign chair Melissa Divin.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE

Erath County United Way experienced the magic of Christmas when Emerson Electric Company and Appleton Group made a $20,000 donation.

In a letter to the ECUW, along with an enclosed check, HR manager for Appleton Group Gemma Marie said, “Emerson admires the work of Erath County United Way, and we are honored to support your wonderful organization. We hope this donation will help provide you with the resources needed to continue your mission of improving the quality of life for individuals and families by supporting local non-profit social services agencies.”

Remember, the ECUW’s Light up the Night Christmas Celebration at Stephenville City Park is open from 6-9 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 19.