All nonprofits within Sheboygan County are invited to join the Volunteer Center Network (VCN)! As a VCN member, your agency can access all the marketing opportunities and other resources provided by United Way's Volunteer Center to help you keep your volunteer base strong. 

Benefits of joining the Volunteer Center Network:

• Joining a network of over 100 nonprofit agencies to find new solutions to volunteer needs.
• Gain another avenue to find new volunteers by posting volunteer opportunities on the Volunteer Center Website.
• United Way of Sheboygan County (UWSC) serves as a connector between the nonprofit sector and businesses by connecting your agency with corporate volunteer groups when available.

By joining the VCN you gain access to the following outreach opportunities:

• Radio Air Time - United Way has a partnership with Midwest Communications that allows us to interview any nonprofit agency a part of the Volunteer Center Network at no cost to the agency. Radio spots are limited to once per calendar year to ensure everyone has a chance to share their updates on air.
• Outdoor Digital Sign on Kohler Memorial - Utilize our digital outdoor sign to promote your volunteer opportunities. Reservations are good for one week at a time.
• Visibility during our Annual Events - Day of Caring and Spirit of Sheboygan County Volunteer Awards are two events that help spread awareness for your agency's dedication to your mission!
• Social Media Shares - Tag United Way of Sheboygan County on your volunteer posts and we'll share them with our followers! 

  • Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/unitedwaysheboygancounty/

    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/unitedwaysheboygancounty/

    Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@unitedwayofsheboygancounty845

    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/uwsc/

Join United Way on the Radio: Click here to sign up.

Share Your Event or Program on United Way's Digital Sign: Click here to sign up.

How To's: 

• General Agency Guide (includes how to post for Day of Caring and holiday needs)
• Click here for directions on how to add your agency to the Volunteer Center. 
• Click here for directions on how to post a Volunteer Opportunity.

SAVE THE DATE: DAY OF CARING IS SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

In 2024, more than 1100 people volunteered to make a difference on Day of Caring. The purpose of this day is to connect your agency with volunteers and you with the opportunity to win over potential ongoing volunteers or new supporters! Our goal is to surpass last year's numbers to reach even further impact in Sheboygan County!

Want to Participate in Day of Caring 2025? Here's How!

Nonprofit agencies across Sheboygan County are invited to be a part of Day of Caring 2025! Whether you need help with painting, landscaping, organizing donations, or another hands-on project — this is a great opportunity to rally local volunteers around your mission.

To make it easy, we’ve created a Day of Caring 2025 Participation Guide with step-by-step instructions on how to:

• Plan Your Project: Learn what types of projects work best, and how to clearly define your needs.

• Add Your Opportunity Online: Our guide walks you through posting your project on the Volunteer Sheboygan website so volunteers can find and sign up easily.

• Plan for Success: From safety tips to volunteer engagement, we’ve included best practices to help your project run smoothly.

• Project Grants: For agencies participating in Day of Caring, mini-grants up to $500 may be awarded per project. If an agency has multiple projects, they may apply for more than one grant. (Limit 1 per agency.) Portal is currently closed and will re-open in 2025.