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Day of Caring — Pictures and Thank You!

On Friday, September 11, 2009 United Way’s Day of Caring was truly one of the most memorable United Way Days of Caring ever in the history of Central Texas.


We kicked-off not only United Way’s Day of Caring event, but also the 2009 community-wide giving campaign.


We started the day with a volunteer breakfast, followed by a tribute to those whose lives were lost on September 11, 2001; turning remembrance of a day of tragedy into a day of hope and caring.


The presentation of colors by the Civil Air Patrol Pegasus Squadron Elite Color Guard and the National Anthem sung by Tanya Winch, a local artist who brought tears to the eyes of many of the volunteers.

Guest speakers spoke about the importance of volunteering in Central Texas and rallied hundreds of volunteers who gathered at the kick-off breakfast event.

Will Matthews, representing the Athletes for Hope Organization, shared his passion for philanthropy and talked about the importance of improving lives and strengthening communities through volunteer service.

Throughout the day more than 1,000 volunteers worked at over 50- project sites throughout Central Texas, helping local nonprofits. Volunteers upgraded childcare facilities, trained for disaster response, beautified community gardens, improved parks and much more.


The estimated dollar value of the volunteer time on this single day was $111,172!

See more pictures from the event here:

Share your United Way Day of Caring volunteer experience by posting your pictures and comments!

Thank you,

Diana A. Santos
Corporate and Volunteer Relations Director

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