Day of Action
Saturday, October 24, 2026

Join us!

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Join us on National Make a Difference Day, October 24th, for our annual Day of Action. We challenge you to discover how many lives you can touch through a single day of service. Bring your family, team up with neighbors, or come as you are to lend a hand on a project that makes a difference!

Projects will take place at our NEW Park Central office and will include hands-on builds, kit packing, and more. Indoor and outdoor, family friendly – thereโ€™s something for everyone.

Choose Your Activity!

Select an activity below and join us in turning a few hours of service into lasting change.

โš ๏ธ Build Disaster Preparedness Kits

11:00AM-12:00PM

Help assemble emergency preparedness kits filled with essential supplies such as solar-powered power banks, first aid kits, and water- and fireproof document folders to support local nonprofit partners.

๐Ÿฉน Build First Aid Kits

11:00AM-12:00PM

Pack first aid kits that will support street outreach efforts and help individuals experiencing housing instability access basic care essentials.

๐Ÿงด Build Hygiene Kits

9:00AM-10:00AM

Create hygiene kits filled with everyday necessities like shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, lotion, and more to support individuals and families in need.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Build Park Benches

9:00AM-11:00AM

Roll up your sleeves and help build park benches for local Title I schools and nonprofit partners. This outdoor, hands-on project welcomes all skill levels. Safety gear and instruction provided. Volunteers ages 16+ with parent supervision.

๐Ÿ“š Create Book-in-a-Bag Kits

9:00AM-10:00AM

Promote literacy by assembling Book-in-a-Bag kits for K-5 students. Choose books, add reading resources, and personalize each bag with creative decorations and encouraging messages.

๐Ÿ“ž Career Services Support (Shift 1)

9:00AM-11:00AM

Support job seekers by helping Dress for Success confirm and follow up on client appointments through guided outreach calls.

๐Ÿ“ž Career Services Support (Shift 2)

11:00AM-1:00PM

Assist the Career Services team by making client outreach calls that help individuals stay connected to employment resources and support services.

๐Ÿ‘” Clothing Closet Support (Shift 1)

9:00AM-11:00AM

Help prepare professional clothing and accessories for clients by sorting, steaming, tagging, and organizing donations into work-ready wardrobes.

๐Ÿ‘” Clothing Closet Support (Shift 2)

11:00AM-1:00PM

Support the Clothing Closet team by processing donated professional attire, helping clients access the confidence and resources they need for workforce success.

Questions?

Please reach out with any questions to United Way’s Volunteer Engagement team at volunteer@vsuw.org.

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