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…That’s why we strive to offer many of our activities free of charge.” Dodge itself often feels the pinch. While the multi-generational center – one of 28 in the city…

…on others: Adopt a family for the holidays. Contact your local church, United Way, or service organization to get assigned to a family in need. Get this family’s ‘wish list’…

…family and friends as they have battled cancer. Together, as a family dedicated to making the lives of other cancer patients and their supporters better, their goal is to raise…

…especially our many family traditions, listening to festive holiday music, watching Hallmark Christmas movies, experiencing the smiles and laughter of family and friends, and watching bowl games; then as things…

…up votes for your favorite team’s video by getting the word out to friends, family, co-workers, and your local community! Here are nine ways you can spread the word about…

…percent of Rainbows’ services are provided in family homes or other community settings accommodating family schedules. The organization also runs two local centers, Rainbows’ Kids’ Point and Rainbows’ Kids” Cove,…

…Lori Rutledge, a UCT employee and member of M.J. Terapak Council 144 in Columbus, Ohio, recently experienced a devastating house fire. Through our disaster relief benefit, she and her family…

…on track for 2022. Here’s a rundown: Join Hands Day Join Hands Day is a multi-generational volunteer opportunity that allows UCT members to work side-by-side with children and teens to…

It’s been a tough year, and at times it has felt like the world is unraveling. Whether it’s been dealing with sickness, separation from family and other loved ones, social…

…across the U.S. will be implementing volunteer projects on this largest day of service. By joining in, you, your council members, and family and friends can make a positive difference…

…and parking lots, leaving flyers on windshields and front doors. Gather a posse of family and friends to distribute flyers at community events. Create handouts that include quick and easy…

…and Family Month The National Work and Family Month is the month of October in the United States.  National Work and Family Month is designed to communicate and celebrate the…

…the language of discontentment, or can you say you’ve modeled a heart of generosity? In your conversations around the home, and in your family prayers, help your kids “catch” positive…

…charity can be just as fun, festive, and eggnog-filled as the rest.   If you already host family or friends during the season, why not add in a “giving back”…

…charity can be just as fun, festive, and eggnog-filled as the rest.   If you already host family or friends during the season, why not add in a “giving back”…

…and typically involves small celebrations and gift-giving to one’s mother, grandmother, or other important female figures in one’s family. Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day? It’s an occasion which is…

…with me in my car. That way when I’m at a family gathering or a party and people ask, “Did you bring your guitar?” I’d have it, and everyone could…

Thanksgiving week is officially here! Bring on the turkey, football, family and of course the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade – a must-watch in my house. Over the past couple of…

…for example, a carnival or 5K would be a perfect fundraiser for a nonprofit that helps children.  This would be a family-friendly event.  Itemize your budget. Count alcohol, space rental,…

…for this worthy cause. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society was born out of a family’s grief following the death of their teenage son. Robert “Robbie” Roesler de Villiers, son of…

In my home, Thanksgiving is an opportunity to embrace and share heritage established by generations. We always have family around and cook the biggest turkey we can find. This year…

…the way! Families for a Cure is a group of friends that have been united through their collective experiences supporting family and friends as they have battled cancer. Together, as…

…pie fundraiser, multiple raffles, and a Krispy Kreme Donut Day. Of course, one of our main events was UCT’s 3rd Annual Food Truck Rally. The weather was perfect, the crowd…

…effects of blood cancers through family, friends and neighbors or through the experiences of fellow employees. Either way, when something like this is personal, it tends to have more meaning….

…wheel chair ramp for the Hiatt family from Rising City. Bristol Hiatt has Rett Syndrome, a rare genetic neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in girls and leads to severe…

…to Tom and Jerry (Smith and Thomas, not the cartoon characters). People like the Whitmores, Schneiders, Stoughs, Baxters, Engels, Owens, Vogels, McDonalds and McKays were household names in my family….

…script in front of friends or family members, to see if they have a good reaction to your story. 10. Consider Your Setting No matter how great your video is,…

…skaters, family, friends and anyone who loves the ice to go out to support this great cause.  The event included food, music, raffles and of course skating!    Team Manager,…

…experience that simultaneously builds confidence, poise, dedication and discipline in the entire family. Once the helmets go on and the puck drops, they are just hockey players and those in…

…named Bob Heft borrowed his mother’s sewing machine, disassembled his family’s 48-star flag and stitched on 50 stars in a proportional pattern. He handed in his creation to his history…

…#2002 in Annapolis, MD:  “I was impressed by everyone’s desire to serve others and the professionalism of everyone. I felt very much like I was among family with people that…

…the entire Rockets family when I say that we are eternally grateful for our Kaye Trainer. We know UCT shares our vision of limitless participation and a joy of inclusion…

…card. What are you waiting for? Start inviting your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors to become part of UCT. It will be a win-win situation! If you have questions or…

…holiday and how you can help. While you’re at it, start recruiting your council members, family and friends to volunteer to serve food on Thanksgiving Day. The potential for volunteer…

…park, walking dogs at a local animal shelter or even running errands for people with disabilities in your community. Get your family and friends involved. Ask them what clubs or…

…and snuggle multiple times a day makes everything seem less stressful, especially now. I’m grateful for my friends and family and the technology that has kept us connected throughout this…

…household. The CDC’s lower-risk activities include carving pumpkins indoors with family members or outdoors with friends while socially distanced. They also suggest a Halloween scavenger hunt where you look for…

…to regain ties with their family, their community and other encouraging adults. They do that through various services, including their MASH Emergency Shelter, Outreach Center, Rapid Rehousing Program and working…

…more than an opportunity for children to win money. Lisa has gained so much more – as have we, her family – by being given the chance to turn a…

…DAY to their members include the American Red Cross, Civil Air Patrol, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, the National FFA Organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Host…

…Royal Canadian Legion to provide assistance to veterans. Veterans Day is particularly meaningful to me due to the fact that a lot of my family has served in the military….

…letting them know they matter. Make an effort to help veterans’ families. War can wrack entire families. The family members of today’s soldiers have endured unprecedented multiple deployments during two…

…Randy Young, UCT Board President “I volunteer because I was raised in a culture where helping family, friends, neighbors and those less fortunate was a way of life. It still…

…minister then asked the entire congregation of family and friends to stand up, and she asked the same question of them, and they all said “We will.”   It was…

…take the Veterans Affairs Canada’s remembrance challenge and create a mash up, virtual scrapbook or fan page to share with family and friends.  With the holidays coming up, it’s the perfect…

…community through volunteer service. Here are (in my opinion) some all-time great summer songs to help motivate you. “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” Sly & the Family Stone Summertime is…

…family, friends, co-workers and anyone else within email/social media reach. But it paid off. UCT is so happy to give back to such an inspirational cause and amazing teams. According…

…Poehler, Rachel Dratch, and Parker Posey) head to a popular spring break resort frequented by college co-eds in order to prevent a politician’s daughter from embarrassing her family. If you’re…

…family or fellow members and reconstruct the playground yourself. You’ll enjoy the camaraderie and feel good about doing something good for local children. – Partner with a local youth group…

…our own resources rather than government funding to help members, their families, and their      communities through tough times.    UCT is based on mutual aid and old-fashioned family values,…

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the United States, and for many of us that means hanging out with family and friends, eating too much turkey and pumpkin pie, watching too much…

…stop to help others in need.  In light of the recent tragedies we are reminded that life is short, friend and family are a gift and that we should never…

…their communities. These members basically pooled their money so it was available when a member or his family needed it.  If a traveling salesman was hurt on the road, or if…

…volunteers each year to give back to United Way member agencies, charities, neighborhood groups and schools. In October, employees, along with family and friends, stepped up – and stepped out…

…just check out this local newspaper coverage of St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School in Sudbury, Ontario! Tell your family, friends, stylist, dentist, corner store clerk (you get the idea) and EVERYONE you know…

…and record videos on their cell phones. These are easy to share on Facebook, and you can invite your Facebook family into the event while it’s happening.  Tag your photos…

…is designed to teach hockey to athletes with developmental disabilities! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn to play this exciting sport in a safe, supportive, family-friendly environment, with an…

…a home that valued family, tradition, and the sacrifices made by service members throughout the generations, values that still mean a great deal to her today. And her daughter Deb…

…for your favorite school on the UCT Gives Back voting page Tell your family, friends, stylist, dentist, corner store clerk, mailman, milkman (you get the idea) and EVERYONE you know…