Looking for a way to get involved, but not sure where to start? Check out United Way of Central New York’s 2024 – 2025 community drives! We can assist your organization with creating a drive or volunteer experience to benefit our community anytime of year.
CNY CARE PACKAGE PROJECT
October 1 – November 24, 2024
A bar of soap, a bottle of shampoo, deodorant. The little things make a difference to a person in need. Join our annual effort to create 1,000 care packages for local nonprofits.
CNY CHILDREN’S BOOK DRIVE
November 1 – December 15, 2024
Our contribution to the annual Christmas Bureau Distribution Event. Join the effort as we collect, sort and distribute over 6,000 new books to children ages newborn to 18.
SHARE THE WARMTH
December 1, 2024 – January 17, 2025
Our annual winter clothing drive collecting new/gently used coatsand new winter accessories for men, women, and children in need through the MLK Day of Service (in partnership with Greater Syracuse Labor Council)
UNITED FOR MOMS
April 1 – May 4, 2025
Every mom deserves to feel special on Mother’s Day. Join our annual effort to collect personal and self care items for women in need at local programs and shelters.
CNY DAY OF CARING
August 7, 2025
Don’t miss the community’s biggest day of volunteer service. In 2024, nearly 1,500 volunteers completed 100+ volunteer activities for local nonprofits and community organizations. Day of Caring needs are available for view and registration in June.
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