CHATTANOOGA, TN (SEPTEMBER 22, 2023) — In an inspiring day of community connection and service, volunteers completed more than 40 projects over the course of the day on September 22nd through United Way of Greater Chattanooga’s annual Day of Caring.
This year, dozens of diverse projects took place simultaneously at various locations throughout the city. Volunteers completed a new fence at Signal Centers, wrote encouraging notes on coffee sleeves for Be the Change Youth Initiative, and completed several paint and rejuvenation projects, just to name a few.
“The work we completed at East Lake Park today would have taken our team weeks to complete,” said Sofia Rudakevych, Parks Outreach Coordinator with City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors. “We are extremely grateful for the volunteers that came out to weed, mulch, pick up litter, and clean picnic tables. This historic park is central to the community, and we do our best to keep it maintained so our neighbors can enjoy it. Thanks to the extra hands today, we completed the cleanup in just half a day.”
Over 500 volunteers, including employees from 32 local businesses, donated their time for this day of service—almost double the previous Day of Caring participation.
“United Way of Greater Chattanooga is thrilled to witness the overwhelming response to this year’s Day of Caring,” says Natalie Patric, Director of Community Engagement at United Way. “It’s heart-warming to see so many businesses and individuals uniting to create meaningful change in our city year after year. Together, we can accomplish great things and build an even stronger, more caring community.”
Click here to see photos from the day. To learn how you can volunteer with United Way of Greater Chattanooga, visit Volunteer – United Way Chattanooga.
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About United Way of Greater Chattanooga
At United Way of Greater Chattanooga, we envision a community where all people achieve their full human potential through education, stability, and health & well-being. Our mission is to unite people and resources in building a stronger, healthier community. Together, we drive measurable, lasting impact for our community. None of us can do it alone. UNITED, we can. For more information, visit our website www.unitedwaycha.org or connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn.