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United Way of Wayne County Hosts Volunteer Fair

United Way of Wayne County Hosts Volunteer Fair

As adults, high school students, eager volunteers and nonprofit organizations all mingled inside the crowded Maxwell Center on Wednesday morning, it was a ringing testament to Wayne County’s desire to take care of its own.

The United Way of Wayne County hosted its third annual Volunteer Fair as nonprofits from throughout the county set up displays intent on sharing their respective causes with potential volunteers. The Volunteer Fair was supported by a grant from Americorps Volunteer Generation Fund through Volunteer NC in the office of Governor Roy Cooper.read more »

United Way of Wayne County Receives $25,000 Grant From Duke Energy

United Way of Wayne County Receives $25,000 Grant From Duke Energy

CHARLOTTE – As North Carolina communities continue to feel financial strain from the rising cost of basic needs, the Duke Energy Foundation is providing $1 million to support nonprofits dedicated to serving low-income communities. These grants will strengthen capacity and increase the impact of local agencies that are on the forefront of helping North Carolinians…read more »

United Way to Host Volunteer Fair and Campaign Kickoff

United Way to Host Volunteer Fair and Campaign Kickoff

The United Way of Wayne County is hosting its annual Volunteer Fair on August 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Maxwell Center.

The Volunteer Fair is an opportunity for local nonprofits to raise public awareness about their missions and allows individuals interested in volunteering to explore options available in the community. Local nonprofit and social service organizations can register for a booth at no cost until August 9.read more »

Volunteers Serve the Community During United Way’s Day of Action

Volunteers Serve the Community During United Way’s Day of Action

Rainy weather couldn’t dampen the spirits of volunteers across Wayne County on June 21 as they participated in the United Way of Wayne County’s Day of Action.
United Way Day of Action is an enterprise-wide effort each year on June 21 to recognize volunteering as an essential part of United Way’s brand promise, and engage individuals in our work in education, financial stability, and health. read more »

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