Businesses and organizations were recognized for their roles in a campaign that raised more than $900,000 for United Way of Mesa County.

As of March 6, the campaign had raised $923,627. That’s more than 92 percent of the $1 million goal announced at the beginning of the latest fund-raising effort.

Most of the money comes from employee workplace contributions. Individual donations and proceeds from the  Home Loan Taste of the Grand Valley benefit event add to the total. The campaign remains open for additional contributions. Call 243-5364 or log on to www.unitedwaymesacounty.org for additional information.

Funds are allocated to nonprofit health and human service programs in Mesa County. Allocations will be announced in late spring.

United Way of Mesa County presented eight awards at its campaign celebration:

Western Slope Auto was honored as the company that best exemplifies the spirit of United Way for its corporate philanthropy throughout the year. Western Slope Auto also was recognized for the largest increase in participation and contributions to its workplace campaign.

Wells Fargo was recognized for a new or renewed workplace campaign that experienced the greatest success.

Hilltop Community Resources was recognized as an organization that sets an example of philanthropy for the community.

The City of Grand Junction was honored for innovative campaign techniques.

HopeWest was recognized for a creative spirit and enthusiasm.

The campaign team at St. Mary’s Medical Center received the Raul Ramos Memorial Award for its leadership in a workplace campaign that resulted in increased contributions.

Doors to Success won the Mary J. Nelson Inspirational Award presented to a United Way funded agency that demonstrates community leadership and a high standard of service to clients.