FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO): Hundreds of volunteers from dozens of community organizations will take part in United Way's Day of Caring Thursday.



Officials say work like cleaning, landscaping, painting and general maintenance at charities, child care centers and schools. NeighborLink has also connected some private residences for projects.

 

In a statement from United Way:

“Day of Caring is a great tradition of service for our community,” said Todd Stephenson, president and CEO of United Way of Allen County. “The day reinforces how generous Allen County residents and companies are with their time, talent and treasures and United Way is honored to continue to organize this event.”

 

Day of Caring focuses on what it really means to LIVE UNITED in Allen County. By working together with agencies and volunteers, the needs of our community can be met, making Allen County a better place to live and work. Projects submitted for Day of Caring can be completed in one day and generally consist of cleaning, landscaping, painting and other general maintenance. Projects take place at non-profit agencies; private residences coordinated by NeighborLink; child care centers and schools.

An estimated 1,200 volunteers are involved with the work day.