"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck."
– Obi-Wan Kenobi
Volunteering isn’t about luck—it’s about people coming together to create real change. When you give your time, you’re not just helping others—you’re making meaningful connections and strengthening the community we all call home. For 28 years, Oshkosh Area United Way’s Day of Caring has been a morning of action, bringing volunteers together to support local nonprofits, schools, and community organizations. This year, we invite you to be part of this inspiring tradition of service.
On Wednesday, May 21, we invite employees and community members to spend the morning volunteering at nonprofits and service organizations that strengthen our community. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or looking for a way to give back for the first time, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Examples of past Day of Caring volunteer projects include, but are not limited to:
- Basic gardening, landscaping, yard or grounds cleanup
- Cleaning and organizing
- Paint prep and painting
- Assisting seniors with various tasks like moving furniture to vacuum, cleaning ceiling fans and light fixtures, etc.
- Assembling shelves and other furniture
- Writing thank-you notes or creating handmade birthday and appreciation cards
- Professional skilled-based contributions such as reviewing handbooks or policies, guidance on budget creation or financial forecasting, data entry, and IT or legal assistance.
Your day begins at Boys and Girls Club of Oshkosh – Radford Gym (Door 3) at 8 AM with a complimentary breakfast and a brief program before you head out to your assigned project sites from 9 AM to Noon. Verve, a Credit Union, will provide water and snacks throughout the morning. Volunteers will receive a free United Way T-shirt as a thank-you for their service.
Join the Alliance—Register Today!
For 28 years, Day of Caring has demonstrated the power of community coming together to help those in need. Be part of the legacy—will you answer the call? Register yourself or your team by clicking the blue 'RESPOND' button in the upper right-hand corner by Friday, May 2, to secure your spot!
The week of May 5, we will email all volunteers details about their assigned projects!
Can't make this year's Day of Caring but still want to give back to our community? Awesome! Here is how you can help. We invite you to host a basic needs collection drive to help stock the OAUW LIVE UNITED Community Vault.
41% of Oshkosh area residents cannot afford basic needs and your donation of the following items is greatly appreciated.
- Diapers (Sizes 5 & 6)
- Baby Wipes
- Children's Sunscreen
Download the 2025 Day of Caring Basic Needs Collection Drive poster to display at your workplace or share with friends, family, and neighbors.
