Tis the season! Although I’m sure we’ll start hearing holiday tunes in stores sooner than we’d like, that’s not the season I’m writing about. It’s United Way season!
Interning as an Administrative Professional while being able to use my Graphic Design Degree at United Way of Sheboygan County was only one of the awesome benefits I have received this summer. It also opened my eyes to how many beneficial programs and non-profit organizations are available to the residents of Sheboygan County. I am a full supporter of many of the missions of the programs United Way supports.
Robin Williams’ untimely and tragic suicide is drawing long overdue attention to the ever growing crisis of mental health in communities across the country. Suicide is now the third leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States. In Wisconsin, it is second.
This past week has been quite interesting in my house. While my sister and brother-in-law were in the process of selling their former house and transitioning to a new house, they stayed at Hotel Rendall-Araujo for a few days. With them, of course, came my two nieces who are ages seven and three.
All too often within organizations we develop an internal language. This internal language allows us to communicate with one another and with like organizations. This internal language also can make it difficult, if not impossible, for others to understand the message we are attempting to communicate.
Unloading my groceries from my car a few weeks ago, looking out at the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan, I was struck by the realization that I dreaded carrying my purchases all the way to the house. It just seemed to be so much work. But then I reminded myself of the blessings of living in Sheboygan County - the beaches, the wonderful people and the myriad of experiences available. That thought was quickly tempered by the realization that if I didn't own a car, I would be living in a near-desert - a food desert, that is.
One of the best reasons to live in and visit Sheboygan is the plethora of summertime events. Jammin’ on the Shore, on Friday, July 18 at Deland Park on Broughton Drive in Sheboygan, is no exception.
On Wednesday, July 30, a coalition of agencies and volunteers will conduct the semi-annual Sheboygan Point-In-Time (PIT) count, with a focus on identifying people who are...
Before taking this position with United Way of Sheboygan County, I was employed at Lakeland College as an Alumni and Community Engagement Officer. Last summer, while I held that position, I wanted my employer to take advantage of one of the biggest volunteer opportunities in this community: the Volunteer Center of Sheboygan County’s annual Day of Caring.
Summer is a time for backyard barbeques, a time for lounging at the beach and a time for Thirsty Thursdays! Join United Way staff and volunteers on Thursdays June 26, July 24 and August 21 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Jake’s Café, 529 Ontario Ave. in Sheboygan to learn about United Way of Sheboygan County and find out how you can get involved.