How long and in what ways have you been involved with United Way?
I began giving to the United Way over 30 years ago. I also sat on the board way back then too as well as volunteering on the Allocation Committee. I currently serve on United Way's Development Committee and Leadership Society Action Team.
What aspect of United Way's work excites and inspires you?
I am inspired by the team we currently have in place. They are motivated to help whenever and wherever they can. It's always a pleasure to see the excitement in their eyes when a new idea pops up or when someone says "I'm here to help."
What inspired you to become involved with United Way?
Giving within my own community and watching the wheels turn to help others is something that inspires me daily.
What would you say to others who haven't yet decided to give back through United Way?
Giving back through United Way is no brainer really. United Way knows our community's needs and fills them as best as possible with the money donated from those within the community. Perfect!
More About Peggy Sue Munday
Peggy Sue Munday is a native of Kankakee County and a well known volunteer for many area non-profits. As well as sitting on various Boards of Directors she has several years experience chairing fundraisers for The American Heart Association, the Alzheimer’s Association and the American Cancer Society. Munday was also heavily involved in the Kankakee Rotary Club where she reigned as the first women President. She is currently a member of the Bradley Bourbonnais Rotary Club and a member of the Kankakee County Board, representing District 21. She perhaps is most well known for orchestrating and implementing Kankakee County Teen Court prior to her departure to Florida to care for her ailing father.
While living in Florida for several years Munday became the spokesperson for Orlando Health’s Breast Cancer Center following her own diagnosis in 2016 where she not only was a part of their promotional campaigns but she also was the keynote speaker for several Orlando Health events. Her company, Munday Motivation LLC speaks on several topics related to not only breast cancer, but also having a mentally challenged brother, connecting to others and your community, adoption and also managing your level of stress.