Check out the photo gallery and start planning your 2019 entry now! Thank you to everyone who participated, attended and donated food. Special thanks to UMR, BMO Harris, Sun Printing and WSAW Channel 7 for sponsoring this event.
United Way RSVP invites you to attend the 7th annual VolunteerFEST, a festival for those 55 and older to celebrate the contribution of volunteer service provided by older adults in our community. The event is sponsored by Ascension and will be held on Wednesday, October 17 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn at Cedar Creek.
Enjoy live music by Manson, local wine tasting by Lil Ole Winemaker Shoppe, craft beers tasting by Fabiano Beverage, appetizers, refreshments and a chance to win some really great door prizes. Meet, socialize and have a good time with other community-minded people like yourself. This is a great opportunity to invite friends or neighbors to find out about RSVP, local nonprofits and the many volunteer opportunities. You’ll also have the chance to visit with representatives of 25 RSVP Volunteer Stations who will have information tables and be available to talk with you. This is a great event for everyone 55+, but especially helpful to anyone who wants to find out more about volunteering in a fun, easy way.
Krista Mischo (on right) is our new Volunteer Engagement Coordinator. Krista has a background in education, having taught at multiple grade levels, and has also worked in the areas of health and wellness. She is passionate about helping people find a volunteer opportunity that is right for them and cares deeply about serving our community. She is excited to work with those wanting to make a difference in our community. Krista can be reached by email or by calling 715-298-5719.
Recent data shows that 1 in 7 people in Marathon County are hungry at some point every month. Your support of CommUnity Fest helps to change that. With 16 food sculptures and over 2 dozen kids games, activities and big trucks and tractors, CommUnity Fest was bigger and better than ever. At the end of the day, food donations filled a semi and the total food collected weighted almost 14,000 pounds! All that food will fill the shelves at local pantries for several months.
Do you love to read? Do you want to share that love of reading and help kindergarten & 1st graders learn to love reading too? We're looking for volunteers to instill a love of books and learning with kids who need a positive, engaging role model. Volunteers are needed at Marathon Area Elementary and Mosinee Elementary once a week for one hour, usually during the students' lunch hour. This is a fun volunteer position, intended to help get our youngest students to see that reading can be enjoyable and interesting. For more information or to sign up, email 
Grab your rake and make a difference!
United Way RSVP invites you to attend the 7th annual 
After nine years as the RSVP Program Director, Tony Omernik will retire on October 19. During his tenure, Tony launched the RSVP program in Marathon County and led its growth to more than 470 volunteers serving at 50 different agencies and organizations. Collectively, these volunteers provide thousands of hours of service every year.
Susan Krolow (on left) is the new RSVP Program Director, replacing retiring Tony Omernik. Susan has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector in our community and has seen first hand how vital volunteers are to local non-profits. She is also an active volunteer herself. She is excited to be working with older adults to find a volunteer experience that fits their skills, interests, and expertise. Susan can be reached by 
United Way's 2-1-1 publishes numerous directories and guides each year. We have just completed updates to the Holiday Give and Get Help Guide, 2018-2019 Give and Get Help Guide, Choosing a Counselor, and Landlord List publications. All of these publications are available