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Local High School Students Volunteer Through Youth Day of Caring - Nearly 200 local high school students recently volunteered throughout the community as part of United Way of the Capital Region’s (UWCR) sixth annual Youth Day of Caring.
Volunteers completed projects such as general clean-up, habitat restoration, trail maintenance, weeding, raking and raking at the Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association (CATRA), Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Lisburn Community Fire Company, Weed and Seed Program of YWCA (Allison Hill), West Shore YMCA and YWCA of Greater... read more |
Harrisburg Woman Receives Essence of Humanity Award - Elsa Baker of Harrisburg recently received the Essence of Humanity Award at an annual awards reception hosted by United Way of the Capital Region’s (UWCR) The Volunteer Center.
Deaf since birth and not able to read lips, Baker has faced challenges all her life. After retiring from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, she... read more |
Alexander Receives Legacy Award from YWCA of Greater Harrisburg - Marion C. Alexander, a dedicated United Way of the Capital Region (UWCR) volunteer and supporter, recently received the Legacy Award from YWCA of Greater Harrisburg for her long-time commitment of time and financial support to local non-profits.
Alexander is a past UWCR board and campaign chair. She also has volunteered her time and talent... read more |