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Our Mission: Uniting to inspire change and build thriving communities. Visit our website to get involved today!

Our Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program serves over 6,000 children locally. Each month a child receives a book in the mail to read. This program makes a difference in a child's life by learning more words & spending quality time with their family.

11/02/2026

The holidays are a little brighter when we come together! United Way of the Lakeshore's Adopt a Working Family program is back, and we're looking for some holiday helpers! Every year, hardworking families in our community face unexpected challenges that can make the holiday season a little tougher.

That's where YOU come in! By adopting a local working family, you can help bring a little extra joy, relief, and holiday magic to their home. Whether you're an individual, a workplace, or a group of friends, you can make a difference this holiday season.

Can't adopt an entire family? Financial gifts are welcome, too! https://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/adopt-a-working-family

Please note: Our program is currently full for families seeking assistance in Muskegon and Oceana counties. Those needing assistance are encouraged to contact 211 for available resources.

11/01/2026

🔥 BRISKET. PULLED CHICKEN. RIB TIPS. AND IT'S FREE?! You read that right! We're treating local veterans to some incredible BBQ from veteran-owned OVK BBQ this Veterans Day!

🍖 Brisket, pulled chicken & rib tips
🧀 Mac-n-cheese
🥬 Green beans
🥤 Drinks

Wednesday, November 11 | 12:30 PM
📍 United Way of the Lakeshore, 31 E. Clay Avenue, Muskegon

Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, ADAC Automotive, veterans can enjoy this luncheon completely FREE!

We're welcoming up to 70 veterans for good food, fellowship, and a heartfelt thank you. Registration is required to attend!

Want to help treat a veteran? You can sponsor a meal or contribute a little something to our Veterans Appreciation Bags!

👉 https://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/veterans-day-appreciation-luncheon

10/29/2026

Know a veteran? Help us invite them to lunch! On November 11, we're welcoming up to 70 local veterans to United Way of the Lakeshore for a FREE appreciation luncheon.

A good meal by OVK BBQ (a veteran-owned business), a little fellowship, and a chance to remind our veterans how much their service means to our community. And thanks to ADAC Automotive, our Presenting Sponsor, we're able to make this special afternoon possible!

Not a veteran but want to help? We'd love your support!

❤️ Sponsor a Veteran's Meal: Help us provide a delicious BBQ lunch to those who served.

🎁 Contribute to Our Veterans Appreciation Bags: We're putting together 50–60 appreciation bags and welcome businesses, organizations, and families to donate small gifts, gift cards, treats, or other thoughtful items! Every contribution is another way to say THANK YOU.

Veterans must register in advance to attend.

👉 Register, sponsor a meal, or learn more: https://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/veterans-day-appreciation-luncheon

10/27/2026

📚 Big reading journeys begin with little letters! Our Early Childhood Literacy Program (ECLP) is officially underway for the school year, connecting trained volunteers with kindergarten and first-grade students to strengthen letter recognition, letter sounds, and handwriting skills!

We're already working with students in Muskegon, Muskegon Heights, and Fruitport, with Holton and Orchard View preparing to begin in November. Plus, we're excited that Mona Shores is expanding ECLP to all FOUR of its elementary schools!

🌟 Want to help? Our regular volunteer positions are filled, but we're looking for substitute volunteers to step in when needed!

Next Volunteer Training:
📅 November 5
🕙 10 AM–Noon
📍 United Way of the Lakeshore

Contact Amber Rumsey, Education Specialist ([email protected]), to register and help a child take the next step toward reading success!

10/26/2026

💙 Strong communities start with strong beginnings. Quality childcare is more than a family need. It's a workforce issue, an economic development issue, and an investment in our community's future. When children have access to safe, nurturing early learning environments, they build foundations for lifelong success. When parents have access to affordable, reliable childcare, they can work, businesses can grow, and our entire community benefits.

As Kathy Sayles, Childcare Coordinator at United Way, reminds us in this week's Moment of Impact: "Investing in children from birth is investing in the long-term success and vitality of our entire community."

At United Way of the Lakeshore, we're committed to strengthening access to quality childcare because when our youngest children thrive, we all thrive.

10/25/2026

💙 Some of our community's greatest superheroes don't wear capes. They VOLUNTEER! On October 12, we celebrated our incredible AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP members at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon! These dedicated volunteers give their time, talents, and hearts to strengthen our communities, from supporting local nonprofits to helping neighbors in need.

A special congratulations to Carolyn Buboltz, recognized for an incredible 653.5 volunteer hours, and Jackie Hodges, whose willingness to lend a hand wherever needed embodies the spirit of service! To every RSVP volunteer, station partner, and supporter, THANK YOU. Your commitment proves that service has no age limit and that every hour makes a difference.

10/24/2026

⛳ A record-breaking day for Oceana County! Our 11th Annual Golf United Fundraiser raised an incredible $7,175 to support early literacy, childcare, and housing stability programs for local families! With 14 teams, 56 golfers, and an amazing group of sponsors and supporters, we also celebrated a record $13,950 in sponsorships and donated gifts!

A huge thank you to Oceana Golf Club, Chef Dennis Glover of Farmhouse Kitchen & Market, our event sponsors, the Oceana United Way Committee, and everyone who helped make this day possible.

Together, we're making a difference for children and families across Oceana County!

10/23/2026

THIS IS IT, LIONS FANS! 🦁🚨 The clock is almost at zero on your chance to win FOUR tickets to see the Detroit Lions take on the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field!

🎟️ Two tickets in Section 128
💙 Just $5 per raffle entry
⏰ Sales close TODAY at 12:00 PM ET!

A HUGE thank you to The Mart Dock for making this opportunity possible and helping us support local families through United Way of the Lakeshore. One last chance. One incredible game. One Pride.

👉 ENTER BEFORE NOON: https://bit.ly/4AwbYqM GO LIONS! 🏈

10/22/2026

We're down to the final drive! 🦁🏈 Your chance to win FOUR Detroit Lions tickets for the November 1 game against the Minnesota Vikings ends TOMORROW at noon!

Just $5 gets you a raffle entry for this incredible experience, generously donated by The Mart Dock.

Don't be the fan watching from the sidelines wishing you'd entered! ⏰ Friday, October 23 | 12:00 PM ET 👉 Get your raffle tickets NOW: https://bit.ly/4AwbYqM

One Pride. One Community. United is the Way.

10/21/2026

🔑✨ You're Never Done Learning Something New!💪 A HUGE thank you to Gabe and the Lakeshore Fab Lab at Muskegon Community College for hosting our AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Members and Station Partners for a fun, hands-on tour and builder session!

We had a blast exploring all the incredible tools and technology available, and even got to create our very own laser-engraved keychains! 🔥🔑

Did you know that one of the perks of being an RSVP Member is access to a Fab Lab membership?! It's just one more way we encourage our volunteers to keep learning, exploring, and trying new things!

Address

31 East Clay Avenue
Muskegon, MI
49442

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12317223134

Website

http://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/

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