United Way of Southwest Michigan

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United Way of Southwest Michigan UNITED IS THE WAY we serve our community for 80+ years!
2015 Lakeview Ave
St. Joseph MI 49085

600 more volunteers. Every senior deserves to know they matter.This is our final push! Registration for Rake a Differenc...
10/15/2026

600 more volunteers. Every senior deserves to know they matter.

This is our final push! Registration for Rake a Difference closes Friday, October 16, and we still need 600 volunteers to help ensure no senior is left waiting.

On November 12, volunteers across Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties will rake leaves, clear gutters and help local seniors who can no longer manage this work on their own.

It’s more than raking leaves. It’s showing someone they matter.

Can you join us? Register by Friday at RakeADifference.com. Every volunteer counts!

Registration closes this Friday, October 16, and we still need 600 volunteers to help ensure no senior is left waiting f...
10/14/2026

Registration closes this Friday, October 16, and we still need 600 volunteers to help ensure no senior is left waiting for a helping hand.

Across Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties, 350 seniors have signed up for Rake a Difference. Nearly half are on the waitlist, waiting to find out if a team will come to help them prepare their yards for winter.

You can be the reason a senior isn't left waiting.

Gather your coworkers, friends, family, church or community group and join us Thursday, November 12, to rake leaves, bag them and help local seniors who can no longer do the work themselves.

Teams of all sizes are welcome, and traveling to where the need is greatest helps us reach even more seniors.

Don't wait! Register your team by Friday at rakeadifference.com.

Let's show our senior neighbors they haven't been forgotten.

Yesterday, United Way of Southwest Michigan gathered with our nonprofit community partners to listen, exchange ideas and...
10/14/2026

Yesterday, United Way of Southwest Michigan gathered with our nonprofit community partners to listen, exchange ideas and explore how we can strengthen our community together.

We discussed changing funding realities, our continued commitment to neighbors struggling to afford basic needs, and new opportunities for United Way to support local organizations and the people they serve.

Thank you to our partners for your honesty, insight and dedication to Southwest Michigan. Your voices and experiences help shape what comes next as we work together to address today’s challenges and build a stronger, more resilient community for the future.

Learn more about us, uwsm.org

Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan Emergency Shelter Services, Inc. Feeding America West Michigan New Heights CCDA Region IV Area Agency on Aging Samaritan Counseling Center - Southwest Michigan United Christian Services VBC Woodlands BHN American Red Cross Berrien County
Berrien County Cancer Service, Inc. Berrien RESA Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan Camp T, Inc. CARES of Southwest Michigan
Caring Connection/ The Avenue Family Network
CASA of Southwest Michigan Disability Network Southwest Michigan
Domestic And Sexual Abuse Services Heritage Southwest Intermediate School District Junior Achievement of Berrien and Cass Counties Lake Michigan College
Legal Aid of Western Michigan OutCenter Southwest Michigan
Safe Harbor Children's Advocacy Center Senior Nutrition Services Region IV/@ Meals on Wheels of SW Michigan Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency
The Center for Growth and Independence The Salvation Army - Niles, MI.
We Care Community Resource Center Youth Solutions, Inc.

Sometimes, the best reminder of why we Rake A Difference comes from the seniors we’ve had the privilege of helping.That’...
10/14/2026

Sometimes, the best reminder of why we Rake A Difference comes from the seniors we’ve had the privilege of helping.

That’s what Rake A Difference is all about. A few hours of your time can mean so much to a senior who may not be able to tackle fall yard work on their own. This year, we have seniors waiting for teams to show up and make a difference.

Join us on November 12 and Rake A Difference in the life of a local senior. Register your team at rakeadifference.com.

A big shoutout to Gast Manufacturing for bringing the spirit of Rake A Difference to life! We love seeing their team get...
10/12/2026

A big shoutout to Gast Manufacturing for bringing the spirit of Rake A Difference to life! We love seeing their team get involved year after year, and this leaf-loving Gast VP, Matt is proof that they know how to have a little fun while making a big difference.

Now, we need YOU! We’re still looking for volunteers to help local seniors with leaf raking and gutter cleaning on November 12. Gather your coworkers, friends, family, or community group and join us in making a difference across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

The registration deadline is this Friday, October 16! Don’t leaf it until the last minute. Sign up today!

Last Friday, October 9, David and his crew from Wolverine Pipeline showed what it means to show up for your community.Pa...
10/12/2026

Last Friday, October 9, David and his crew from Wolverine Pipeline showed what it means to show up for your community.

Partnering with Meals on Wheels of SW Michigan, the team rolled up their sleeves to help a 101-year-old senior, with much-needed work around her home. From clearing brush and leaves to tackling outdoor maintenance, their hard work provided more than a helping hand. It gave this senior and her family some much-needed support and relief.

Your workplace can make a difference, too! Whether it's a team volunteer day, supporting a local nonprofit, or lending your team's unique skills, there are many ways to give back to the community.

Through Volunteer United, our team helps connect businesses, groups, and individuals with meaningful volunteer opportunities across Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

Ready to make a difference with your team? Connect with Maria and Morgan at VolunteerUnited.com or call 269-934-3736 to find an opportunity that's right for you!

Seniors are registered. Teams are forming. Now we need you.On November 12, volunteers will head into neighborhoods acros...
10/12/2026

Seniors are registered. Teams are forming. Now we need you.

On November 12, volunteers will head into neighborhoods across Southwest Michigan to rake leaves, bag them and help local seniors get their yards ready for winter.

We're especially looking for volunteers in Cass and Van Buren counties. If you can bring a few people and give a few hours, there's a senior who could use your help.

Grab a team. Rake a yard. Rake A Difference.

Register at rakeadifference.com

St. Joseph Public Schools was one of our 2026 Pacesetter organizations, helping kick off this year’s United Way campaign...
10/09/2026

St. Joseph Public Schools was one of our 2026 Pacesetter organizations, helping kick off this year’s United Way campaign with a strong showing of support from their employees.

As a thank-you to everyone who participated in the campaign, participants were entered into a drawing for some fun prizes. And Jenna Francis was their lucky winner of a Matte White KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer!

Thank you, Jenna, and thank you to everyone at St. Joseph Public Schools who chose to give back and help strengthen our community through United Way. Learn how you can start a campaing at your workplace, visit: uwsm.org/hold-a-fundraiser

Together, we can Tackle Cancer!Join St. Joseph High School and Redford Union Schools TODAY, Friday, October 9 for a spec...
10/09/2026

Together, we can Tackle Cancer!

Join St. Joseph High School and Redford Union Schools TODAY, Friday, October 9 for a special night of football, community and support for those affected by cancer.

The game will feature opportunities to honor and remember loved ones, including Signs of Hope for $25 each, which can be decorated and displayed around the track. Survivors and caregivers will also be honored during a special ceremony.

Proceeds benefit Berrien County Cancer Service, providing compassion, support and hope to local individuals and families facing cancer.

Come out, Friday, October 9, at the St. Joseph High School Bears vs. Redford Union Panthers game and wear purple and help show our community that no one fights alone.

Make a Difference October! Looking for a way to give back this month? There are plenty of opportunities to get involved ...
10/08/2026

Make a Difference October!

Looking for a way to give back this month? There are plenty of opportunities to get involved and make an impact in our community!

Whether you have a few hours to lend a hand, want to gather a group of friends or coworkers, or are looking for a longer-term way to serve, there's a place for you to volunteer.

Check out these October opportunities and click the links below to learn more and register!

Sarett's Spooky Halloween- Sarett Nature Center
https://volunteer.uwsm.org/need/detail/?need_id=994096

ReStore Volunteers- Harbor Habitat for Humanity
https://volunteer.uwsm.org/need/detail/?need_id=1324064
Various shifts through October

Mobile Food Pantry- Kinexus
https://volunteer.uwsm.org/need/detail/?need_id=1179376

Ready to get involved? Choose an opportunity that speaks to you and sign up today!

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2015 Lakeview Avenue
Saint Joseph, MI
49085

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
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