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So What?

Our 2009-2010 Campaign has come to and an end and many people ask the question, So What? Our answer to this question is expressed with enthusiasm and excitement. Simply check out our 2009-2010 Community Impact Report to see the progress that has been made in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. 

This report shares a glimpse of the work that we have completed over the last year. From investing $166,750 in 23 programs of 21 local health and human service agencies, to our 5 impact areas, partner agencies and current projects and strategic initiatives, we encourage you to check out the report and see the impact we have had in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties.

 

Without the dollars contributed, we could not assist Manna in providing food to local pantries, Exceptional Riders in increasing the self-esteem of more than 18 kids with physical and developmental disabilities or Northern Homes in decreasing and preventing the effects of losing a home on a family.

After looking over the report, we are sure you'll see the impact your investment in United Way has. After all, United Way does much more than a community Campaign and we could not do it without YOU!

 

Day of Caring

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Day of Caring is an annual event that promotes community volunteerism and gives people the opportunity to give back while making a difference and working together. On Day of Caring, teams of volunteers from businesses, schools, faith communities, and community groups are matched with non-profit organizations, schools, and government agencies in need of hands-on help.

Day of Caring 2010

Day of Caring will be Tuesday, September 14th, 2010!

 

Plans are underway for the 7th annual Day of Caring! Requests for projects have been received and volunteers can now search and register to assist with a project by visiting the Volunteer Connections website. All projects for Day of Caring were posted on Monday, July 19th and will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Please consider your group size and availability when choosing a project. We will be unable to match volunteer teams with a chosen project if there are conflicts with time availability or group size.

Search Volunteer Opportunities Now! Use keywords "Day of Caring"

 

As an expansion to last year, the senior citizen home projects will include those from Charlevoix County Commission on Aging and Emmet County Friendship Centers-Council on Aging. Senior citizens will be able to request a helping hand with projects such as stacking wood, painting, repairing a handrail, or raking the yard. Individuals that have small home repair projects can contact their respective senior center.

Highlights from Day of Caring 2009

The 6th annual Day of Caring held September 17, 2009, brought together over 700 community members in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. Here are the facts:

 

  • 7 individual home projects completed
  • 50 non-profit agency projects completed
  • 690 volunteers
  • 2,070 volunteer hours served
  • $41,917.50 value (based on data from www.volunteeringinamerica.gov)

For a list of participating volunteer teams click here

 

To see pictures from Day of Caring 2009 visit our page on Facebook

 

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