Preparing Employees for United Way Day of Caring

Check this list, and check it twice. It will help you and your co-workers prepare for United Way Day of Caring.

•  Communicate with all team members so they know what their project is, how to dress, where to meet, what tools to bring, and what they will be doing.
• Communicate the importance of upholding their commitment to the organization at which they will be volunteering. When you select a project, the organization is counting on all of your volunteers.
• Make sure everyone has their United Way Day of Caring t-shirts and knows to wear them on United Way Day of Caring.  
• Procure supplies/safety gear as requested by the organization.  
• Develop an inclement weather strategy with the organization. How will you contact all volunteers if your project is cancelled? Make sure all volunteers know how they will be contacted in case of inclement weather.  
• Arrange for transportation (carpools, distribute directions, etc.).  
• Sign any liability forms requested by the organization, your workplace, and/or United Way.