The United Way of Central Kane County appointed George Richeson to the board of directors at a recent meeting.

John Neil, board president for the local group, said in a release, "The United Way of Central Kane County is committed to making a real difference in the lives of the people who live and work in the communities of St. Charles, Elburn, LaFox, Kaneville, Campton Hills, Geneva, and Wasco. ... In continuing this legacy of caring, we are pleased George Richeson is joining the board. He experience as an attorney and CPA are great assets."

The 27 United Way member agencies' and 40 programs provide mental health, rehabilitation, youth activities, health care, domestic violence and elderly support programs throughout the Fox Valley.

For more information or to make a financial contribution, visit www.unitedwayofcentralkanecounty.org or contact Paula Yensen at 630-377-1930.