“For me, volunteering is that connection to something bigger than yourself. It’s the connection to community.”
Larry, volunteer of 14 years
Larry started volunteering with Hands On Greater Portland, a United Way program, in 2004 and hasn’t stopped since. Over the last 14 years, he’s led and participated in hundreds of projects—from spreading mulch and planting trees in parks, to fixing bikes and serving meals to homeless families.
Through volunteering, Larry also passes along important life lessons to his two daughters. They’ve grown up volunteering with him, learning that sincere, unselfish giving is a key part of building community. Now, as adults, they’re volunteers too, tangibly improving the lives of kids and families in our region, one project at a time.
Our United Impact
You make it possible for us to:
- Provide one-time Catalyst Fund investments that promote innovation and strengthen community networks in our region
- Convene a cohort of nonprofits to share knowledge, adopt proven practices and increase equity to ensure communities in our region have access to the best services
- Activate the village through our Hands On Greater Portland program, connecting thousands of volunteers each year to projects that directly benefit kids and families
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