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News & Events Keeping you up to date with what matters.™ in our community. The latest United Way & Volunteer Center news and events. Every month, Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center emails a what matters.™ E-Newsletter to company coordinators and contacts at partner companies. These e-newsletters not only inform individuals of the impact that they make on our community by participating with United Way & Volunteer Center and let them know of they services out there that can help and ways for them to give help. News Greater Ottawa County United Way's Campaign a Success
Greater Ottawa County United Way has officially completed its annual campaign, and Thursday night announced campaign results and honored outstanding volunteers at its annual Celebration Dinner. One of the highlights of the event, held at Spring Lake Country Club, was the announcement of a successful campaign raising $2,109,939. Also among the evenings celebrations were accolades given to volunteers and organizations recognizing them for their leadership efforts during the 2007-08campaign and participation in volunteer activities throughout the year. Valentine’s Sweeter as United Way Surpasses 80% Mark in Annual Campaign
This Valentine’s Day is going to be a little sweeter for Greater Ottawa County United Way as they have reached the 86% mark in their annual campaign. This means that just over $1,808,00 of the $2.1 million goal has been raised thus far. Retirees, Anonymous Challenge Help Fuel United Way Campaign
Every bit counts, and as Greater Ottawa County United Way is rounding out its annual campaign, officials report that two separate strategies used this year have helped them close in on their $2.1 million goal. Along with a successful new appeal to retirees throughout Ottawa County, an anonymous $30,000 challenge has attracted first-time donors and prompted others to increase their gifts. United Way in Search of Community Investment Volunteers Greater Ottawa County United Way is seeking interested community members, who live and/or work in Ottawa County, to have a voice in the funding of human service programs in our communities. Community Investment volunteers focus on the areas of Healthy Communities, Strong Families, and Thriving Kids. Volunteers need to simply have an interest in helping to better his/her community through United Way’s Investment Process and can choose a focus area and panel that is based on their interests and time schedule. Greater Ottawa County United Way Reaches 41% Mark in Annual Campaign
Representatives at Greater Ottawa County United Way are thankful for more than the turkey on their plates this Thanksgiving. Along with reaching the 41% mark in the annual campaign with $862,790 of the $2.1 million goal having been raised thus far, staff at our local United Way are grateful for the outpouring of generosity from investors. Greater Ottawa County United Way Reaches 20% Mark in Annual Campaign
It’s official. Representatives at Greater Ottawa County United Way are happy to announce that they have reached the 22% mark in the annual campaign. Key persons in the campaign placed the first sticker on the local goal thermometers today, denoting that $474,105 of the $2.1 million goal has been raised thus far. Greater Ottawa County United Way Kicks Off Campaign with Day of Caring
Regardless of what was in store for the weather, today Ottawa County was shining with volunteers performing good deeds. Today, Thursday, September 20 marks Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Annual Campaign Kick-off and 7th Annual Day of Caring. Over 600 hundred volunteers were mobilized today to help make Ottawa County communities a little better. United Way’s annual campaign officially kicked off during the celebration lunch for volunteers at Yogi Bear Camp and Resort. Greater Ottawa County United Way's Day of Caring: Projects and Volunteers Needed
The Seventh Annual Day of Caring put on by Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Volunteer Center, will take place on Thursday September 20, 2007. Each year hundreds of corporate and student volunteers take to the streets of Ottawa County meeting needs of local agencies and citizens. However, United Way officials say there is still a big need for more volunteers to complete important projects on the 20th of September. State of Michigan and United Way Recognize Students for Service
Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Volunteer Center, in partnership with the State of Michigan, would like to recognize high school students in Ottawa County for their volunteer efforts through the Student Service Learning Program. High school students registered in this program, will receive the Michigan Student Service Learning Medallion and a certificate signed by the governor, upon completing 400 service learning civic hours by the time he/she graduates. United Way Promotes Two New Development Directors
Greater Ottawa County United Way is proud to announce the new Co-Directors of Development, Angie Barksdale and Holly Johnson. At the end of February, Barksdale and Johnson, who were both Directors of Community Involvement for the South and North parts of the county respectively, were promoted to the positions of Co-Directors of Development for the organization. United Way Campaign Finale
Greater Ottawa County United Way’s annual Community Solutions Campaign is officially complete and the successes were announced to attendees at their annual Celebration Dinner last night, Tuesday, March 13th. One of the highlights of the evening was the announcement of a successful campaign raising $2,054,108. Also among the evenings celebrations were accolades given to volunteers and organizations recognizing them for their leadership efforts during campaign and participation in volunteer activities throughout the year. Volunteer Stars Nomination Forms Now Available
Greater Ottawa County United Way's Volunteer Center is helping the stars shine a brighter over Ottawa County during National Volunteer Week, April 15-21, 2007. United Way's Volunteer Center is inviting community members to nominate a Volunteer Star who has gone above and beyond and impacted someone's life by sharing their time and talents. Nominated Volunteer Stars will be spotlighted during National Volunteer Week. United Way in search of Community Investment Volunteers
Greater Ottawa County United Way is seeking interested community members, who live and/or work in Ottawa County, to have a voice in the funding of human service programs in our communities. Community Investment volunteers focus on the areas of Healthy Communities, Strong Families, and Thriving Kids. Volunteers need to simply have an interest in helping to better his/her community through United Way's Investment Process and can choose a focus area and panel that is based on their interests and time schedule. Greater Ottawa County United Way Reaches Second Milestone
Greater Ottawa County United Way is proud to announce that they have reached the second milestone in this year’s annual campaign. United Way officials are able to report that this year’s campaign has reached $1.4 million. Thanks for Giving
Greater Ottawa County United Way is proud to announce that they have reached one of the first milestones in this year’s annual campaign. United Way volunteers and staff would also like to say, “thanks for giving” to all of those community members that have helped United Way reach this first milestone. Representatives from around the county are building the house by placing the first sticker on United Way house signs. Paying It Forward
The agencies who give their best to our community on a daily basis through their health and human services programs, keep giving of themselves even more. Every year, Greater Ottawa County United Way’s partner agencies also participate in United Way’s annual campaign, raising money for the general Community Investment Fund. But, this year, the staff of those agencies that are historically thought of as being the receivers of United Way’s investments, have nearly doubled their contribution efforts to give back to the United Way system by “paying it forward.” Sign of the Times
Greater Ottawa County United Way revamping the traditional campaign goal thermometer that goes up every fall is a sign of the times. The new signs represent United Way’s focus which is not on the amount of money raised, but instead on the impact of the good works done in our community. Campaign Kicked off with Day of Caring
On Thursday, September 21, 2006, hundreds of dedicated volunteers were mobilized to help make Ottawa County communities just that much better. United Way Announces Patrick Moran as New Director
Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Board of Directors is proud to announce Patrick Moran as the organization’s newly appointed Executive Director. Moran, who has been the Chief Executive Officer of the local Tri-Cities Family YMCA, will officially take the post with United Way on September 11, 2006. Volunteers Across County Come Together for United Way’s Day of Caring
Hundreds of community volunteers are putting what matters to action today, Thursday September 22, 2005. Area Agencies Coordinate Disaster Efforts on Local Level
On Friday, September 9, the Office of Emergency Management, American Red Cross of Ottawa County and Greater Ottawa County United Way coordinated and held a meeting with other non profits, churches, and some private citizens to discuss the local Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts. United Way Activates the Hurricane Katrina Response Fund
United Way of America and United Way affiliates local to the affected areas are working together with disaster response partners to identify and assess the most serious needs of communities devastated by Hurricane Katrina. United Way Activates the Hurricane Katrina Response Fund
United Way of America and United Way affiliates local to the affected areas are working together with disaster response partners to identify and assess the most serious needs of communities devastated by Hurricane Katrina. United Way Volunteers Make Investment Decision
The Greater Ottawa County United Way Board of Directors approved the Community Investment Panels recommendations for 2005/06 funding of health and human service programs in our community. United Way’s Volunteer Center Helps Organizations Celebrate Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Volunteer Center is painting the town red again this year with the Red Ribbon Campaign during National Volunteer Week, April 17-23. Greater Ottawa County United Way Celebrates Campaign Success at Celebration Dinner
Success was celebrated among investors and volunteers at Greater Ottawa County United Way’s 2005 Celebration Dinner last night, Thursday, March 3, 2005. Ed and Nancy Hanenburg Recognized with United Way’s G.W. Haworth Strength of the Communit Award
On Thursday, March 3, 2005, Greater Ottawa County United Way will recognize Ed and Nancy Hanenburg of West Olive with the G.W. Haworth Strength of the Community Award at the annual United Way Celebration Dinner. 2004-2005 Community Solutions Campaign Update
As of today, Monday, January 24, 2005, Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center has raised 91% or $2,098,320 of its $2.3 million goal thanks to the generosity of individuals and companies in our community. United Way & Volunteer Center Looking for Community Investment Volunteers Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center is currently recruiting Community Investment Volunteers, throughout Ottawa County, to serve on panels during the Community Investment process United Way Addresses Long-Term Community Needs in the Wake of Devastating Tsunami Waves in South Asia United Way International, United Way of America, and United Way affiliates local to the affected areas, are working together with disaster response partners. 2004-2005 Community Solutions Campaign Update As of today, Friday, January 7, 2005, Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center has raised 86% or $1,977,575. United Way & Volunteer Center Seeks Projects for Day of Caring Greater Ottawa County United Way and Volunteer Center is in need of projects for volunteers to work on during the Fourth Annual Day of Caring, which will be held on Thursday, September 23, 2004. United Way of America Recognizes Pfizer as Spirit of America Summit Award Recipient Pfizer honored at national 2004 United Way Leadership Forum Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Announces Joan Mack as Director of Development
The Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Board of Directors is proud to announce Joan Mack as the organization’s new Director of Development. Mack served as the organization’s Interim Executive Director over the past six months and will begin her new position as Director of Development on May 3, 2004. Building Successful Boards Seminar
On April 23, 2004 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m at the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District, there will be a Building Successful Boards interactive workshop for nonprofit directors, current board members and potential board members. Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Celebrates What Matters at Celebration Dinner
Donors and volunteers from dozens of companies and organizations throughout Ottawa County, celebrated what matters at the Greater Ottawa County & Volunteer Center’s 2004 Celebration Dinner. United Way & Volunteer Center Celebrates Volunteers and National Volunteer Week with Red Ribbons
Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center is recognizing volunteers with a Red Ribbon Campaign during this year’s National Volunteer Week, April 18-24. 2004 Night of 100 Stars Tickets Now Available
Tickets are now available for the Night of 100 Stars volunteer recognition gala presented by Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center. Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Announces Sylvia Geisler as New Executive Director
Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Board of Directors is proud to introduce Sylvia Geisler as the organization’s newly appointed Executive Director. United Way & Volunteer Center Hits Community Solutions Campaign Goal
Today, Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center officials announce the completion of a successful Community Solutions Campaign raising $2,177,872. Executive Director Search Down to Final Candidates
Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center Board of Directors and Executive Search Committee are going through the final interview process for their search for an Executive Director of the countywide organization. Ottawa County Community Assessment Results Released
Greater Ottawa County United Way and Volunteer Center is pleased to officially release the first countywide Community Assessment. Peach Plains Students Learn About Citizenship Through Garage Sale
On Monday, February 9, first and fourth grade students from Peach Plains Elementary presented Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center with money that they earned through a garage sale last Friday. 2-1-1 is Now Available in Ottawa County
Three digits is now all it takes in Ottawa County to find the right health and human service organization. Snug Harbor Holiday Feast
Joseph Martella, 56, passed away on Sunday in his home after a valiant fight with cancer. United Way & Volunteer Center Mourns Loss of Community Champion
Joseph Martella, 56, passed away on Sunday in his home after a valiant fight with cancer. United Way & Volunteer Center’s Camp Out Raises Much Needed Donations
Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center’s Camp Out for a Cause last at Westshore Mall in Holland was successful, Harbor Industries Proves Dedication to Organization and Community
Harbor Industries’ vision statement reads, “To be the preeminent leader in our industry and community,” and they are doing just that. Events Campaign Kicked off with Day of Caring
On Thursday, September 21, 2006, hundreds of dedicated volunteers were mobilized to help make Ottawa County communities just that much better. United Way & Volunteer Center Looking for Community Investment Volunteers
Greater Ottawa County United Way & Volunteer Center is on the look out for Community Investment Volunteers, volunteers from throughout Ottawa County, Building Successful Boards
A must attend interactive workshop designed to help current and potential board members and executive directors clarify board roles and responsibilities, enhance leadership skills, and understand expectations. Directors Meeting
The next meeting for UW&VC Partner Agencies will take place on Wednesday, March 10th from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. at the Fillmore Complex. Confirm your attendance by calling Abby Reeg at 842-7130. Click here for more information. Night of 100 Stars Nomination Forms Now Available
The Night of 100 Stars recognition gala in the Tri-Cities will be Saturday, April 17, 2004. Download a nomination form for your volunteer today. January is National Mentoring Month
It is easy to change a youth’s life...simply become a mentor. Check out various mentoring programs in Ottawa County.
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