http://www.unitedwaydm.org Information provided by United Way of Central Iowa en-us Copyright 2009 United Way of Central Iowa. All Rights Reserved. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:37:11 GMT Truist RSS Generator 1.0 1440 www.unitedwaydm.org http://image.volunteersolutions.org/images/cache/000/000/008/102/8102469.jpg An emerging and immediate need: Non-medical volunteers as well as RNs and experienced CMAs are needed by United Way to assist Polk County Health Department with the distribution of flu vaccines at H1N1 clinics. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10348065926 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10348065926 Looking for volunteer opportunities on MLK Day? Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10303432029 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10303432029 This year people around the world are celebrating the Sixtieth (60th) Anniversary of the passage of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations in 1948. The theme, "Dignity and Justice for All of Us", echoes the vision of the framers of the Declaration who embraced a commitment to universal dignity and justice for each and every citizen across the world. The Declaration is the most translated document in the world and serves as a yardstick by which humanity is measured a... Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10298728814 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10298728814 The third annual Reggie's Sleepout is right around the corner. We are in need of volunteers to help make the event on November 14 a success. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10295807080 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10295807080 YWCA is launching a Week Without Violence campaign. The YWCA of Greater Des Moines has organized events to bring awareness to this urgent issue. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10294651608 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10294651608 Drake University Head Start is currently recruiting Community Representatives to serve on the Drake University Head Start Policy Council. The Community Representative positions will begin in October of 2008. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10289623244 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10289623244 Emerging Leaders Initiative (ELI) aligns charitable giving with the important community issue of improving high school graduation rates. ELI membership brings access to our community’s most prominent business and philanthropic leaders – all who are helping advance the common good, to create better opportunities for all. Learn more on how you can volunteer for ELI supported programs. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10289579504 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10289579504 Heritage Carousel is having a "thank you" event for volunteer efforts during the 2008 flood. Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10287034581 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10287034581 CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Kidsfest 2008 March 7th, 8th & 9th Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10258948806 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=10258948806 Volunteer to recruit a team of bowlers and help children. This annual event is a great opportunity to have fun and help children. Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=14216784 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=14216784 The Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service and Iowa Public Television are looking for volunteer stories. Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=14213288 http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwoci/volunteer/spotlight/one.aspx?item_id=14213288