United Way of the Concho Valley Announces 2022 Campaign Chairman

SAN ANGELO – The United Way of the Concho Valley announced Thursday that Garrett Acker, with The Bank & Trust in San Angelo, will be leading the 2022 United Way of the Concho Valley Campaign.

Garrett is the Compliance Officer for The Bank & Trust. During his 5-year tenure, Garrett oversees all aspects of Regulatory Compliance within the Bank. He has 14 years of banking experience, beginning while receiving his bachelor’s degree from Angelo State University. In his spare time, Garrett enjoys being in the company of his wife and two daughters. He has been involved with the United Way of the Concho Valley for over 10 years and is on his 6^th year serving on the Board of Directors.

“It’s a great privilege to serve as the 2022-2023 Campaign Chair for the United Way of the Concho Valley. I’ve seen firsthand the impact that the United Way of the Concho Valley has on our community in helping individuals and families attain resources for sustainable lives. I’m looking forward to contributing to this tremendous organization and working alongside many dedicated volunteers and generous supporters throughout our community.”, Garrett Acker, 2022 United Way Campaign Chair.

United Way of the Concho Valley is hosting its 2022 Campaign Kick-off Thursday at 11:30 a.m. Erin Gruwell, Author of the Freedom Writers Diary and Dear Freedom Writer, is the keynote speaker.

“Our goal is for people to leave our luncheon feeling engaged and inspired to do something good for our community. United Way believes in the power of collective collaborative impact, and we believe that Erin’s story is a great testimony to that.” Ashley Ammons, President/CEO United Way of the Concho Valley.

Last year, the San Angelo community raised over $1,069,118 for the Concho Valley. United Way funds 17 programs within 15 local agencies. Please visit www.liveunitedconchovalley.org to view our funded Community Partners.