Volunteer Center Network (VCN)
All nonprofits within Sheboygan County are invited to join the Volunteer Center Network (VCN). As a member, your agency can access all the marketing opportunities and other resources provided by United Way's Volunteer Center to help you keep your volunteer base strong.
Benefits of joining the Volunteer Center Network:
- Joining a network of over 100 nonprofit agencies to find new solutions to volunteer needs.
- Gain another avenue to find new volunteers by posting volunteer opportunities on the Volunteer Center Website.
- United Way of Sheboygan County (UWSC) serves as a connector between the nonprofit sector and businesses by connecting your agency with corporate volunteer groups when available.
By joining the VCN, you gain access to the following outreach opportunities:
- Radio Air Time - United Way has a partnership with Midwest Communications that allows us to interview any nonprofit agency a part of the Volunteer Center Network at no cost to the agency. Click here to sign up for a spot on the radio with United Way.
- Outdoor Digital Sign on Kohler Memorial - Utilize our digital outdoor sign to promote your volunteer opportunities. Reservations are good for one week at a time. Click here to sign up for a spot on our digital sign.
- Visibility during our Annual Events - Day of Caring and Spirit Awards are two events that help spread awareness for your agency's dedication to your mission.
SAVE THE DATE
SAVE THE DATE: DAY OF CARING IS THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2026
In 2025, more than 1,300 people volunteered to make a difference on Day of Caring. The purpose of this day is to connect your agency with volunteers and you with the opportunity to win over potential ongoing volunteers or new supporters.
Want to Participate in Day of Caring? Here's How!
Nonprofit agencies across Sheboygan County are invited to be a part of Day of Caring! Whether you need help with painting, landscaping, organizing donations, or another hands-on project — this is a great opportunity to rally local volunteers around your mission.
Here's how to get involved:
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Plan Your Project: Want to learn what types of projects work best? Reach out to Lisa Finney, Volunteer Center Director, at lisa(at)uwofsc.org
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Add Your Opportunity Online your project on our Volunteer Sheboygan website so volunteers can find and sign up easily.
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Need help? Check out the guide on how to post a volunteer opportunity to website
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Project Grants: For agencies participating in Day of Caring, mini-grants up to $500 may be awarded per project.
Quick Resources
Join United Way on the Radio: Click here to sign up.
Share Your Event or Program on United Way's Digital Sign: Click here to sign up.
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