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Find Your Volunteer Opportunity

One of the best ways to invest in your community, make it a stronger, healthier place to live, and create meaningful change is by volunteering. We connect you with volunteer opportunities, events and campaigns that allow you to make an impact. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities throughout the year that span our different impact areas. Check out our available volunteer opportunities and start making a difference today. We are stronger together.

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United Way Hands On

The mission of United Way Hands On is to connect people with organized and meaningful volunteer opportunities to help bring about positive social change.

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Involve Online Volunteer Portal

INVOLVE, is our online volunteer platform, providing a simple way to find and manage volunteer opportunities and document community engagement. Projects are available for individuals and groups alike.

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Corporate Volunteer Activity

United Way Hands On can customize service projects to meet your organization’s needs. Fill out the form below to give us a better understanding of what your organization is looking for.

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United Way Visiting Allocation Team (VAT)

Each year, we rely on over 500 volunteers to help us make decisions about which community programs will be a good investment of United Way dollars raised during our campaign.

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Meals on Wheels

Through the Meals on Wheels program, UWCA delivers hot and frozen meals, five days a week, to more than 1,500 seniors who are homebound throughout Jefferson County. You’ll be helping ensure that these seniors receive the healthy nutrition they need.

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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Volunteers are the key to “free” in United Way’s Free Tax Preparation program. We offer a variety of year-round volunteer opportunities. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. You DO NOT need to have professional experience in accounting or finance to help. If

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Impact

3,426

volunteers served through United Way Hands On in 2023

14,390

hours completed by United Way Hands On volunteers in 2023

132

community projects completed in 2023