Workplace Giving
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Emergency Consultants, Inc. employees smashed last years giving record increasing employee giving by 300% and raising $27,600 for our local community. Pictured form left to right: Michelle Krumm, Lisa Ferguson, Christina Gray, and Steve Wade.  |
United Way of Northwest Michigan provides a unique opportunity for employees of a company to Live United. Not only does United Way provide a way for employees to invest back in their own communities, but we also provide volunteer and advocacy opportunities for employees that align with their interests in helping people in our local community. A gift to United Way is the single most effective way to make the biggest impact in people's lives.
There are many ways to be involved and engaged based on your interests and needs. If you are interested in learning more about the workplace campaign and joining other local business leaders in workplace giving, please contact Michelle Krumm at 231-947-3200 Ext. 204. |
Send your child to the Detroit Lions Youth Football Camp.... FREE!
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 United Way of Northwest Michigan, in partnership with the Detroit Lions is giving away two scholarships to the Detroit Lions Football Camp, to be held here in Traverse City. The camp will run from 8:30am to noon June 28 - July 1 at Traverse City West Junior High.
Winning one of the scholarships is easy, simply drop off any non-perishable food item(s) to the offices of United Way of Northwest Michigan, 521 S Union Street, and you can fill out a registration form and be entered to win. The food drive and registration will begin Monday June 7 and run through Friday June 11. Our offices are open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and food items can be dropped off at any point during those hours. The winners will be drawn and notified on Monday June 14 (need not be present to win). The Lions Youth Football Camp is open to boys and girls ages 6-14, kids will be grouped based on age and skill level. The camp is non contact and designed to improve, beginning, intermediate, or advanced skill levels. Fundamentals of all positions on offense, defense and special teams will be taught, in addition to life skills such as teamwork, communication, sportsmanship, and the importance of education. For more information contact Michelle Gallagher 231-947-3200 x 201 |
| Day of Caring 2010 |
Thursday September 9, 2010 is the 15th annual Day of Caring. We have also partnered with the Faith Reformed Church for the Family Day of Caring on Saturday September 11, 2010. Last year, close to 1,000 volunteers made a difference in their community. We will kick off the morning with a pancake breakfast at the Open Space at 7:30 a.m. More details to come!
Help A Neighbor
Can you give a few hours a month to a low-income senior? The Northwest Michigan Transportation Alliance (NMTA) needs your help in Grand Traverse, Leelanau and Antrim counties. Many seniors can't afford to take the bus or taxi and do not have transportation. Drivers are needed for medical appointments and medication pick-up. If you can help, please contact Susan McQuaid at Ext. 205 for more information.
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| Youth Grants | | The Youth grants Citizen Action Team (CAT) met over the last two days and interviewed agencies that applied to United Way of Northwest Michigan for grant funding in support of programs for area youth.
This CAT had $100,000 dollars from donors to invest in programs that benefit youth in the five-county region. A report of the programs and the amount awarded will be posted on our website on Monday the 14th.
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| Free Beach Bums Tickets
We're giving away 2 tickets each week for the next 6 weeks to the Traverse City Beach Bums. How do you win? It's so easy! Just become a fan of ours on Facebook and you will automatically be entered into the weekly drawings.
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Cherry Royal Parade
We are going to be in the Cherry Royal Parade this summer and we are looking for 30-50 people to walk with us. All ages are welcome. Contact Michelle Gallagher for more information at
231-947-3200 x 201. |
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"Giving Back NWMI Style"
"Giving Back...NWMI Style" June show will introduce you to various mentors in northwest Michigan as they tell us why they decided to be a mentor and what they get out of it. You'll also learn about "Helping Hands" and their speech therapy summer program.
"Giving Back...NWMI Style" airs every Sunday and Monday evenings at 7:00 and Friday mornings at 9:00 on Channel 2 or Channel 97 OR you can watch the program on upnorthmedia.org. |
| Senior Expo
Join the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Tuesday June 15 for the Leelanau Commission on Aging Senior Expo from 10am - 2pm at the Suttons Bay High School. Lunch is free and the exhibits are not only educational but fun. Come meet some new friends and greet those you haven't seen in a while. |
| Leadership Skills Needed |
There are 12 nonprofit agencies in northwest Michigan that are looking for qualified board members. The Volunteer Center, in partnership with NorthSky Nonprofit Network, have joined forces to help find leaders who can take them to the next level. Can you help? Please contact Susan McQuaid at 231-947-3200 x 205 for more information. |
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| Speakers Bureau
| | It is through the United Way many people learn about the needs of people in our community. We are also often the way people learn about the agencies which are helping meet these needs. For many people we are also the way they choose to respond, either by giving their time as volunteers or by donating money.
Before people make a contribution they have to first know about the need. That's why we are training people like you to help tell this story. These volunteers are invited to go to various groups like churches and civic groups to tell them about the need and what the United Way is doing to help.
If you'd like to become a part of our Speakers Bureau contact Michelle Krumm
947-3200 x 204. |
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