NEWS & EVENTS
UWCM EVENTS
DAY OF ACTION | September 11th
Our biggest VOLUNTEER Day of the Year!
1000 + volunteers, 60+ projects = Massive Community Impact
WOOSERVES Graduation | August 7th
UWCM Youth Volunteer Program wraps 6 weeks of giving back to our community
STEPPING UP FOR GIRLS | October 20th
Women’s Initiative signature event
Additional details, registration, sponsorship opportunities for every event will be shared soon.
THE MASS HALF | Spring 2027
Details coming Fall 2026
IN THE NEWS
Worcester could see a half-marathon return for the first time in a decade
“I want people to think of it not just as a half-marathon,” Kosak said. “We really want it to be a community-centered event.”
Worcester half marathon planned for 2027 return
“We want it to be an economic driver for the community” Christy Kosak, UWCM
Commentary: Proud to wear the title 'volunteer'
“the Mayo Clinic informs us that volunteering is beneficial for both the physical and mental health of the individual.” Tim Garvin, President and CEO of UWCM.
United Way of Central Massachusetts Celebrates a Year of Community Resilience at Annual Community Celebration
“Today was about more than celebration, it was about action,” said Tim Garvin, President and CEO of UWCM. “From building backpacks to supporting workforce readiness, our community continues to show that when we come together, we can respond to urgent needs while building long-term stability.”
Opinion/Guest column: Partners in energy for families in Mass
"Elements of life can be challenging, so we want to respond to this crisis and stabilize lives, so people have the opportunity to move ahead,” Garvin said.