United Way: Rooted in Volunteerism

United Way's origins are rooted in volunteerism. United Way calls volunteers to be engaged in creating a shared vision and commitment to improving communities by focusing on the root causes of the most serious problems. It has existed for more than a century because it recognizes that its' most important resource is people-those it serves and all who volunteer, work, invest and care about making a long-term change in community conditions.

Volunteer Opportunities at United Way of Harrison County

March through May: Grants Committee

Thirty volunteers from throughout the community review applications and research nonprofit organizations that are seeking funding from United Way of Harrison County.

September through December: Loaned Executives

Loaned Executives work a four-week term of service in United Way’s office assisting with campaign activities..

Day of Caring

Usually held during the fall, volunteers help with beautification projects throughout the county in conjunction with the thermometer raisings.

Gift Wrapping at Meadowbrook Mall

Volunteers will be needed to help spread holiday cheer by wrapping shoppers' gifts during mall hours through the Christmas shopping season.

Please contact Marie Battles at 624-6337 if you are interested in volunteering for any of these activities.

United Way partners with Volunteer West Virginia!, a program of the West Virginia Commission for National and Community Service, that links volunteers with volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in being a community volunteer but don’t see a posted opportunity that interests you, please submit an application so that the staff can work with you to provide the best match possible.

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Links:

Volunteer West Virginia

Volunteer! 10 Ways to Find the Time

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United Way of Harrison County, Inc.
301 W. Main Street, Suite 608
P.O. Box 2452
Clarksburg, WV 26301

Phone: 304.624.6337
Fax: 304.624.4031