University of Mary Washington staff participated in the Rappahannock United Way’s “Day of Caring,” on Friday, September 27.
UMW staff members volunteered at Micah Ministries as part of the Day of Caring.
Twenty-one staff members from 15 different offices across the university came out to work in teams at local nonprofit organizations and schools. One team spent their day at Micah Ministries’ sponsored transitional house, where they repaired shelving, cleaned and organized a storage shed. Other teams volunteered at the Fredericksburg Hope House and Hartwood Elementary School.
“It’s a great way for the university to show how much we care for the Fredericksburg community,” said Christina Eggenberger, director of service. “It’s a positive experience for everyone involved.”
One team of volunteers spent the day at Hartwood Elementary School.
Staff members were able to complete 99 hours of service in total.
The “Day of Caring” partners volunteer teams from local businesses with local non-profit organizations and schools to complete meaningful projects and make a difference in their community. This was UMW’s fourth year volunteering at the event.
Staff members from 15 different offices completed 99 hours of service.