We’re excited to announce that project submissions for the 2026 United Way Day of Caring are now open for nonprofits, schools, and faith-based organizations! This year’s event will take place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Submit a Project Via Cville Volunteer
To get started, you’ll need to create or login to an agency account on our volunteer platform, Cville Volunteer. Once your account is active, you can log in and submit one or more volunteer projects to be considered for the 2025 Day of Caring. Instructions on creating an agency account and submitting a project are in our 2026 Day of Caring Project Host Resource Folder.
If you are creating an account for your organization for the first time or need help accessing your old account information, please reach out to Markiana Smith at msmith@unitedwaycville.org or (434) 972-1702.
Learn More About Day of Caring Volunteer Projects
Not sure if you have a need for volunteer help or if you qualify? e highly encourage you to reach out if you are interested! More often than not, we are able to work with organizations to accomplish their goals for Day of Caring.
Browse our FAQs about hosting Day of Caring volunteers to get a feel for the types of projects volunteers are able to complete (it’s a wide range!). We will also be holding a virtual information session for both new and returning partners. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, hear examples of past projects, and learn how to get the most out of your volunteer project. RSVP here to get access to the Zoom link for the event.
What is Day of Caring?
The United Way Day of Caring, presented this year by Sentara and the University of Virginia, is one of the largest volunteer service events in our region. Each year, thousands of volunteers from local businesses and organizations come together to complete meaningful projects that benefit nonprofits, schools, Childcare centers, and faith-based groups. It’s a powerful opportunity to receive support with projects you may not have the time, staff, or resources to complete on your own while also building lasting relationships with community volunteers.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need support. We’re here to help and look forward to partnering with you!