Day of Caring

The United Way of Southwest Alabama (UWSWA) will hold its 28th Annual Day of Caring, one of the region’s largest single day of volunteerism on May 6, 2022

Organizations are invited to volunteer and leave a mark on someone’s heart. Day of Caring volunteers see first-hand how their support makes a difference as they paint and make repairs, plant trees and ready gardens for planting, sort food donations, and help our agencies complete projects they do not have the time or resources to do throughout the year. Volunteers are also given the opportunity to hear the stories of those whose lives have been impacted as a result of the agencies funded by UWSWA.

This year, participating teams are doing a combination of virtual and in-person projects.

UWSWA Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator Katherine Pitman said, “Giving back to individuals and nonprofit agencies is rewarding and many times, transformational. This year’s 28th Day of Caring is no different. Bringing together the business community and direct service agencies leaves a positive mark on all citizens’ hearts”.

If you have any questions or want to schedule an Individual Day of Caring for your organization, contact Katherine Pitman at kpitman@uwswa.org or 251.431.0115.

2022 Day of Caring Teams

Participating Partner Agencies

Register your team

We know your company cares about the community. You demonstrate it each year through the giving of your time, talents, and treasures. And for that, we are thankful. Without your help, many in our community would not receive the hand up they need to get back on steady ground. Without your help, many of our partners could not continue providing the level of services that our community needs to thrive. Without your help, our annual Day of Caring could not happen!

Steps for Teams to Sign Up for 2022 Day of Caring

1. Register your company or organization team through the button above. Fill out the form completely to help us make the best matches possible.

2. Collect the names and t-shirt sizes** of each team member.  Complete the volunteer liability and photo release form** before Day of Caring. (** these two documents will be emailed to your team’s leader after your team’s registration is received)

3. Deadline to register your team is March 25, 2022 in order for your team to be acknowledged on the Day of Caring t-shirt.

4. Once your application is complete and submitted, we will get to work matching the companies and agencies. Remember we cannot guarantee a specific match, but if you have a preference please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

5. If May 6, 2022 does not work for your team, contact me and we can try to schedule an individual Day of Caring that fits better into your company’s schedule.

If you have any questions, contact Katherine Pitman at kpitman@uwswa.org or 251.431.0115.