The United Way of Wayne County will host a series of free professional development trainings for nonprofits. The series is made possible by a grant from the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service. “This is a fantastic opportunity for UWWC to help strengthen our local nonprofit community. Wonderful work is being done right here…… read more »
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United Way To Host Professional Development Series
United Way Of Wayne County To Host Volunteer Fair
The United Way of Wayne County will hold a volunteer fair August 31st at The Maxwell Center from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. A volunteer fair, similar to a job fair, is designed for volunteer opportunities. Local nonprofits have booths that explain what they do and their volunteer needs. Door prizes will be awarded to…… read more »
United Way Awarded Volunteer Generation Fund Grant
The State of North Carolina, Office of the Governor, Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, has award the United Way of Wayne County two awards to strengthen the volunteer base in Wayne County and provide support to local non-profits. The $16,600.00 AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund Grant will support a combined effort for a Volunteer Fair…… read more »
Volunteers Still Needed For Summer Tutoring Program
Tutors are still needed to help get kids back up to speed following an academic year impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. United Way Executive Director Sherry Archibald talked about the Unlimited Impact initiative on Jeff Farrow’s Morning Show on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits. Archibald says there was only so much teachers could do as they strived…… read more »
Health Communication Specialist Joins United Way & Health Department Mission
The United Way of Wayne County has been a partner with Wayne County’s Health Department, through the Helping Hands Partnership, since the Summer of 2020. Through this collaboration, the UWWC has been able to make a substantial impact on the lives of residents of the Wayne County community. These two organizations share a common goal…… read more »
Kresge Foundation Grant Supports Telehealth, Student Learning In Dudley
The Wayne County Health Department was awarded a Kresge Foundation grant in the amount of $27,000 to help support rural families through telehealth and remote learning opportunities for students. In an effort to fulfill their mission of promoting human progress, the Kresge Foundation has been awarding grants for more than 80 years. “I’ve had the…… read more »
United Way Challenges You To 21 Days Of Action
Every June, United Ways around the world encourage community members to take action towards building a stronger community. Traditionally the event features multiple volunteer projects and project sites for volunteers to engage. For the 2nd year, restrictions caused by the pandemic have led United Way of Wayne County (UWWC) to restructure the event. Last year,…… read more »
Summer Tutoring Program Accepting Applications
Earlier this month, planning for a county-wide community-based summer learning initiative was announced and student applications are now being accepted. The Unlimited Impact program is a cross collaborative tutoring program involving faith-based, non-profit, education, governmental, and business community leader partnerships. Through the program, community-based tutoring sites will be located in various areas of Wayne County…… read more »
United Way Seeks Volunteer Tutors For ‘Unlimited Impact’
Volunteer tutors are needed for a summer learning program in Wayne County. The First Church and United Way of Wayne County in partnership with Wayne County Public Schools, are launching ‘Unlimited Impact,’ a K-8 tutoring program. United Way Executive Director Sherry Archibald appeared on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3. Archibald says students may suffer from heavy learning…… read more »
UNITED WAY: Connections Improve Lives
Connected we can build girls of courage, confidence and character! United Way of Wayne County is proud to support a Community Troop with Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines. (Left to right: Rachel Rhodes, Community Investment & Engagement Director UWWC; Sherry Archibald UWWC Executive Director; and Jasmine Rowe’ Membership Director Girl Scouts NC Coastal Pines)…… read more »
