From United Way:
Day of Action – June 21st
Volunteers are assembling emergency “Go Bags” for the Homeless Community
United Way of Benton & Lincoln Counties first annual Day of Action is Tuesday, June 21. The
Day of Action is an event in which the community works together towards a common goal. The
June 21 event assists those in need, partnering with community members and law enforcement
to enhancing the lives of others as well as the community as a whole.
Volunteers will assemble 200 “Go Bags” in Lincoln City and Newport to provide assistance and
resource materials to people in the homeless community. Backpacks filled with items such as a
rain poncho, socks, food, hygiene essentials, information about 211info and local resources will
be given to local law enforcement agencies and non-profit organizations to distribute to
individuals and families in need.
United Way of Benton & Lincoln Counties is excited to partner with Depend to promote
healthy, active, and independent living throughout an individual’s life, with a focus on
volunteering. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up here.
How do I sign up as a volunteer for the Day of Action?
Two #DOAction locations are scheduled:
Lincoln City – South Town Warming Facility – 9:30am – Noon
Volunteer for Lincoln City – Day of Action
Newport – Salvation Army – 9:30am – Noon
Volunteer for Newport – Day of Action
About United Way
United Way of Benton & Lincoln Counties works to increase the organized capacity of people to care
for one another. United Way partners with local health and human service agencies meeting many
everyday needs. United Way also funds 211info, providing timely access to information about
programs and services for our neighbors in need. United Way partners with local businesses, whose
workplace giving campaigns are the simplest and most effective way to donate to the things they are
passionate about: Education, Income and Health. United Way partners with volunteers through our
Day of Caring program and other events, providing hands-on opportunities for positive, measurable
change.
United Way is a community builder, connecting people through philanthropy and volunteerism to the
larger community.
