Days of Caring Facts

• We started last year in 2006 again and with 75 volunteers completing 15 projects.

• Last year we had nearly 100 volunteers from 15 companies give approximately 500 hours of their time. That volunteer time conservatively helped our community by providing an extra $10,000 to the campaign.

• We hope to almost double that this year with your help! Our goal is 25 organizations, 900 hours for over $20,000 in free service to the community!

This year’s Mission: Four Areas of Need-September 10-14

1. To repair the homes of elderly and disabled citizens (build ramps and address other safety issues.)  The scope of the project must be something that can be completed in one day. (Clients will be referred from Foothills Service Project waiting list which currently stands at 50) Need 5 teams of 5.
2. To provide meaningful activities of fun and learning to youth engaged in the local Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. (Clients will be referred by BBBS-teams will provide supervision and have fun in one of two projects-A fun day or a lock-in event. Need at least 6 groups of 5.
3. To hold blood drive and screening at your place of business or suitable organization. (Red Cross and ALFA (Optional) will provide staff and technical assistance, groups will provide outreach and supervision for a four to five hour shift) Need 5 teams of five to support a one day event.
4. To Conduct clothing and food drives at your place of business during the week to benefit East Burke Christian Ministries, always in short supply of both. Need 5 drives with at least five people working 5-10 hours on it in-house for a week to two weeks.

Benefits for your company and all employees:

• Improve your community

• Enhance your companies image

• Improve employee retention and attract new workers

• Garner positive media attention

• Increases teamwork, morale and trust among your employees

• Develop leadership skills among your staff

• Increase employees' understanding of co-workers and respect diversity

• Increase awareness of community needs

To sign up for United Way's Day of Caring fill out the Volunteer Registration Form and fax to 828-433-7421 or email to tmull@bcuw.org