Volunteer Your Time

Experience the power of service. At United Way of Greater Stark County, we depend on the work of our passionate volunteers to help us make a difference. We are grateful to have a community of volunteers who donate their time and talent to make our neighborhoods better places to work and live.
 

Service Awards

We’re proud to recognize individuals who demonstrate the highest level of dedication and service through three awards: Gold Key Service, DeHoff Emerging Philanthropist of Stark County and Inspired Youth.
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VOLUNTEERING DURING A PANDEMIC

Keeping volunteers, their families and those they’re helping safe during this public health crisis is the highest priority. We all have a role in making sure that happens. If you plan to volunteer, review these guidelines .

WORKPLACE VOLUNTEERING

If you are looking to coordinate a volunteer project for your team, we are happy to help! Please fill out our interest form and send it to Laura Prengaman at laura.prengaman@uwstark.org.
Interest Form

NEED HELP WITH FINDING VOLUNTEERS?

If you are a non-profit organization that needs help finding volunteers, please email Laura Prengaman at laura.prengaman@uwstark.org.

Day of Caring

In 2020, Day of Caring looked a little different than usual. It is usually our biggest one-day community service event, showing that when we work together, we can change lives. Many workplaces and individuals joined us September 11 for a curbside collection of our community’s greatest needs: food, masks and cleaning supplies.

Coming soon: More details about Day of Caring 2021

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RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS

Kindness during uncertain times is a great way to connect friends, neighbors and communities when they need it most. We challenge you to find time to share a random act of kindness with a friend, coworkers, neighbor, stranger or loved one.

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National Volunteer Week

Volunteers power our work — they open their hearts, change lives and make our community a better place. In 2021, National Volunteer Week will be celebrated April 18 - 24, and is an opportunity to recognize the incredible people who donate their time, talent and voice to support our organization throughout the year.

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We ❤️ Our Volunteers

We’re fortunate to work with an amazing group of dedicated volunteers who are transforming Greater Stark County. Thanks for all of your hard work!

 
I have always believed that one person can make a difference, even if it is just in small ways. I also have always been inspired by individuals who have demonstrated that effort and commitment can improve our community and the daily life of our fellow citizens.
Rob Pierson
 
 
 
 
As a Stark County native, I’m proud to give my dollars and hours back to a community that’s near and dear to me. Volunteering with United Way has given me the opportunity to share my passions, make an impact and meet some amazing people along the way.
Molly McDougal
 
Volunteering through United Way's Young Leaders Society has been such a rewarding experience. It's incredible to see how small contributions can lead to big changes in our community.
Alison Oyler