📣 Exciting News! The latest edition of the United Way of the Lakeshore Volunteer Center Newsletter is here! Discover upcoming events, volunteer success stories, and opportunities to make a difference in our community. Dive in and get involved at ow.ly/g3XR50S2GMc! 🌟

🌈 Join us at the Muskegon Pride Festival! 🌈

Come find United Way of the Lakeshore in Downtown Muskegon this Saturday, June 1st from 11:30 AM - 7 PM! Make sure to say hi & check out our resources while we celebrate our community together! 🎉💖

New data from #UnitedForALICE : More of our families are struggling despite higher wages. Why? Rising costs outpace paychecks, with basic living expenses for a family of four (sans tax credits) jumping from $56,624 to $70,968 from 2021-2022. unitedwaylakeshore.org/alice #ALICE2024

United Way of the Lakeshore needs volunteers to help host outreach booths at community resource fairs & festivals. Greet visitors, hand out swag & helpful materials, and sign up families for programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Sign up at ow.ly/zAA250S16T9!

New #UnitedForALICE data alert! More than 2,000 more households on the Lakeshore faced financial hardship from 2021 to 2022. Despite higher wages, 45% still lived paycheck to paycheck. Explore the reality behind the numbers at unitedwaylakeshore.org/alice #ALICE2024

Eager to make a difference? Leaders like Trenton Pleimling at Meta Tool Technologies are shaping the future of our community through United Way of the Lakeshore's Loaned Executive Program! Take the first step towards impactful change by applying today: unitedwaylakeshore.org/loaned-executi….

#Oneyearlater , ALICE's journey continues. How has financial hardship shifted? Learn more in our new release: 'ALICE in the Crosscurrents: An Update on Financial Hardship in Michigan.” unitedwaylakeshore.org/alice Stay tuned for insights! #ALICE2024

Honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. This Memorial Day, United Way of the Lakeshore remembers and salutes our heroes.

Volunteers are needed to help Goodwill Industries of West Michigan sort and clean donated children's books so that they can be given to children for free in our community! Sign up to help on May 29th and learn more at ow.ly/9IX050RPL4R.

Ready to make a difference? Leaders, like Emily Morgenstern from the City of Muskegon, who join United Way of the Lakeshore's Loaned Executive Program drive impactful change throughout our community. Visit our webpage to learn more & apply today at unitedwaylakeshore.org/loaned-executi…!

Meet our Community Impact Director, Wyneice!

Q: Favorite quote?
A: 'Always Protect Your Peace' - Trent Shelton

Q: What would you tell your 18-year-old self?
A: Stop investing in people that don't invest in you.

Q: What is your favorite Lakeshore attraction?
A: Pere Marquette

Heritage Memorial Gardens in Downtown Muskegon needs your help! They're looking for volunteers to help every Thursday morning from 8-10 AM. Let’s come together to keep this beautiful space thriving. Sign up to volunteer at ow.ly/Mi3M50RPkPV!

Meet Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) member Greg! Greg volunteers his time for Harbor Hospice and the Poppen Hospice Residence. Want to volunteer in the community like Greg? Consider joining Americorps Seniors RSVP today at unitedwaylakeshore.org/retired-senior…!

The weather is looking beautiful for Ride United in both Muskegon and Hart, it's going to be a gorgeous day to take a ride. Sign up today at unitedwaylakeshore.org/ride-united and make a difference tomorrow!

Join us on May 17th and 18th as we gear up to make a difference in mental health across Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties. Register at unitedwaylakeshore.org/ride-united to ride for a cause!

Excited to drive meaningful change? Join leaders like Shawn McNeilly at Meijer in United Way of the Lakeshore's Loaned Executive Program! Take the first step towards making a difference by visiting our website and applying today: unitedwaylakeshore.org/loaned-executi….

🎉🎂 Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our incredible Operations Director, Stephanie Ladegast, at United Way of the Lakeshore! Your dedication and hard work are truly appreciated every day. Here's to another year of making a difference in our community! 🌟

Meet Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) member Portia! Portia is a passionate advocate for our community's children & currently volunteers for Club 188. Want to volunteer like Portia? Consider joining the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program at unitedwaylakeshore.org/retired-senior….

Join us on May 17th and 18th as we gear up to make a difference on mental health across Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties. Register at unitedwaylakeshore.org/ride-united to ride for a cause!

Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring the success of Ride United, United Way of the Lakeshore's annual ride and community event along the Lakeshore. Help keep the event organized, safe, and fun for everyone on Saturday, May 18th! Sign up at ow.ly/8Lzg50Rypv4.