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Day of Caring 2025 showed what’s possible when Northwest Indiana unites for good.
More than 650 volunteers rolled up their sleeves at 83 project sites, donating over $4.4 million in time and labor to improve schools, parks, neighborhoods, and nonprofit facilities across the region.

Together, they proved that United is the Way.

Now, it’s time to look ahead.
📅 Save the date for Day of Caring 2026:

Friday, September 18, 2026.

This annual event—organized by United Way Northwest Indiana—brings together hundreds of volunteers from businesses, schools, civic groups, and neighborhoods for one powerful day of hands-on service. Whether you paint, plant, clean, or construct, every action makes a difference.

How You Can Get Involved:

  • Volunteer: Keep checking back to this page or join our newsletter to stay in the know.

  • Host a Project: Nonprofits and community organizations will be notified when they can begin submitting project sites. If you have a project that you want more information on how to submit please reach out to Evelyn Harris (evelyn@unitedwaynwi.org).

  • Sponsor: Companies can show their commitment to community and visibility through Day of Caring sponsorships. Reach out to Kristina Fry (kristina@unitedwaynwi.org) to get more information.

By donating to Day of Caring, you’re helping to fuel the programs and partnerships that make this event possible. Your donation helps sustain this impact every day providing resources for long-term solutions and real, measurable change across our region.