Online and On-site, Volunteers Take Action!
On June 21st, United Way Hands On, the volunteer center of United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA), celebrated Day of Action. The annual event is held on or around the
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Fathers Can Enjoy Giving Back with their Families, as Well as Receiving, this Father’s Day
The third Sunday in June is special. It’s the day we celebrate fathers, the men who mend skinned knees and broken hearts, help with homework and scouting badges, give sage-like
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United Way Day of Action Brings Out the Goodness in Our Community!
Every year, volunteers from throughout Central Alabama come together to work hard to better our community on United Way Day of Action. The event falls on or around the longest
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The fourth annual Ignite Volunteer Awards Celebration, presented by United Way Hands On, was unlike any of the previous three events. Held on April 23, 2020, this year’s function was
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8 Ways to Thank Frontline Workers
Nurses. Doctors. Grocery store employees. Delivery drivers. Warehouse workers. First responders. Truck drivers. Cleaners. There are so many people who are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 outbreak. They
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Meet the Ignite United Way Hands On Volunteer of the Year Winner
This award recognizes an individual who has served as an exemplary volunteer with United Way Hands On. The award recipient went above and beyond what was expected of him or
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Meet the Ignite Student Volunteer of the Year Finalists
This award recognizes a student that has exemplified commitment, enthusiasm and actively encouraged the participation of other students in going over and beyond in serving and meeting a need within
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Meet the Ignite Small Business Volunteer of the Year Award Finalists
This award recognizes a volunteer who is employed by or owns a company that is classified as a small business. This volunteer has identified and supported a community project through
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Meet the Ignite Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year Award Finalists
This award recognizes an individual that has worked tirelessly to support the mission and daily operations of a specific nonprofit organization. This individual has championed the causes, led initiatives and has
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Meet the Ignite Government Volunteer of the Year Award Finalists
This award recognizes an individual who as a government employee or official provided hands-on volunteer service and outstanding and significant commitment for the betterment of the community. Joshua Coleman
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