Needs From: United Way of Rock River Valley

On behalf of the City of Rockford's 250 celebration, help out at the United Way tables with the following:

Event will occur rain or shine. 

All volunteers will be contacted the week of the event to determine where help is most needed. 

Help us prepare for our upcoming free community book fair happening on May 14! We have collected over 9,000 books and will need volunteers to help us get them organized, and fast!

Tasks include: 

Come on your own or with a group! 

Reading volunteers help us raise the county's literacy rate by developing a meaningful relationship with a child, fostering a love of reading, and building the confidence children need to succeed in school. There are multiple ways to get involved throughout the school year: Volunteer as a 1st grade reading mentor or a kindergarten classroom helper.

Typical time commitment is one hour per week; time of day will vary based upon school schedule. Upon signing up, you will be contacted by United Way for placement in the reading program that is the best fit for you. 

Sign up to placed as a volunteer to assist city officials and disaster relief organizations. Roles and responsibilities will be communicated at the time of the event in which you are needed. If you have a specific skill set that relates to an area of disaster support (ex. medical, organizational, physical labor) please include details in the notes section. 

Be part of our team of volunteers that assists with our book distribution program as we aim to distribute over 100,000 books this year into our community! Put stickers on books, count and organize book inventory and donations, pack boxes, and help with other various office related tasks. Volunteer with a group or as an individual and get to know someone new!