United Way of Marathon County Volunteer Connection coordinated the largest raking project in the area, helping give elderly and disabled residents peace of mind and maintaining independence. This year 50 volunteer groups, with nearly 500 volunteers raked over 130 yards. Groups represented businesses, schools, families, and youth groups including: Kolbe Window & Doors, Newman Catholic, Wausau East Wrestling, MC United Soccer, J & D Tube Benders and so many more. Click here for participating names.

Click here to register. RUN or Walk and join us for the 12th annual race to fight hunger in Marathon County. All proceeds benefit The Marathon County Hunger Coalition. Last year the coalition distributed 3.6 million pounds of food. The run/walk will take place on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 25th at 8:30 am, starting from the Eastbay parking lot. We look forward to another Thanksgiving morning together! 

You could win! Make a donation of at least $1 per week ($52 or more per year) during the United Way of Marathon County's Campaign and you will be automatically entered into the sweepstakes. Donate here.Thank you to our generous sponsors:  Cloverbelt Credit Union, The Dirks Group, Crystal Finishing Systems and UMR.  All prizes are donated or sponsored and are subject to change.  No campaign dollars are used to cover the cost of this sweepstakes. This year, local gift cards include: Jim Kryshak Jewelers, Crossroads County Market, Kwik Trip, Grebes, Shepherd and Schaller, Janke Books Store, Sams Pizza, Evolutions In Design, The Milk Merchant, and Briq's Soft Serve.

United Way of Marathon County is a founding member of Mosaic of North Central Wisconsin. The vision of Mosaic is that all individuals in North Central Wisconsin, regardless of differences, feel they belong and are supported, welcomed, and included as members of our communities. Register for the Kick-off event here: https://mosaickickoffevent.eventbrite.com

The launch is an opportunity to learn about Mosaic, the benefits of becoming a member, and hear from community members who will share their stories and perspectives about the value of having an inclusive community.

The holiday season is a great opportunity to reflect on all that we have and pay it forward. United Way has created a list of holiday and winter focused volunteer projects to inspire the spirit of giving and build awareness around needs in our community. Plan your project today! Contact Elizabeth Robinson at erobinson@unitedwaymc.org for more information. These can be done as individual projects, with your family, with a corporation or employer group.

United Way’s 2021-2022 Give and Get Help Guide is now available online and in print. This guide will help you find area agencies that provide help and those that offer volunteer opportunities.  https://www.unitedwaymc.org/get-help/211-publications/. United Way’s 211 is a free, confidential information & referral service – available 24/7 for your health and human service needs.