2010 Day of Caring: September 9
What is Day of Caring?
The Day of Caring is a day set aside to mobilize volunteers in our community to help the elderly, assist non-profits with various projects, and help with beautification projects in the community. This event promotes teamwork and gives people a taste of volunteering, while making a difference in the community. No matter what your interest or skills, there is an opportunity for you to get involved. Some projects may include painting a room, landscaping, raking, spreading mulch, sorting food items, mailings, cleaning, preparing classrooms or reading to children.
The Day of Caring matches individuals and teams of volunteers from businesses, schools, faith communities, and community groups with non-profit agencies and others unable to help themselves in Mahaska County who are in need of hands-on help.
Where Does Day of Caring Begin?
Each work session will begin with volunteers gathering at United Way of Mahaska County for a LIVE UNITED Rally. Volunteers will be given an explanation of Day of Caring and the importance of giving back to our community through service. There will be a light lunch and gathering between the two shifts to give our volunteers an opportunity to share their experiences. After each rally the volunteers will leave United Way and report to the organization they were matched with, and work on projects until their work session is over.
Who Can Participate In Day of Caring?
Businesses, employee groups from local corporations, church groups, youth groups, civic and philanthropic groups, United Way supporters, and any caring individuals are encouraged to participate. Everyone is welcome to perform community service tasks to help local organizations and people in need.
Why is Day of Caring so important?
Day of Caring demonstrates that volunteer efforts are vital to the well being of our community.
Day of Caring provides volunteers with a firsthand look at services provided by local organizations that make an impact on peoples' lives.
Day of Caring showcases our communities' volunteer efforts and promotes the spirit of caring throughout the year.
Day of Caring provides many local organizations with much-needed volunteer assistance.
Day of Caring is a great team building exercise for your family, service organization or employees.
How can I participate in Day of Caring?
Volunteer Form / Project Form / Company Information / Team Listed Form
Click on and print the above forms or call United Way of Mahaska County at 641-673-6043
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