United Way of Southwest Michigan

United Way of Southwest Michigan UNITED IS THE WAY we serve our community for 80+ years!
2015 Lakeview Ave
St. Joseph MI 49085

14,750 hours given to our community.Hours spent lending a hand, supporting local nonprofits, helping neighbors, tackling...
09/02/2026

14,750 hours given to our community.

Hours spent lending a hand, supporting local nonprofits, helping neighbors, tackling projects and showing up where help was needed most.

Last year, 2,397 volunteers gave 14,750 hours through Volunteer United, creating more than $513,000 in value for Southwest Michigan.

Because giving back isn’t only about dollars. Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can give is your time.

That’s your impact. Volunteer with us, volunteerunited.org

September is Recovery Month, and our partners in Cass County are bringing the community together for Cass County Recover...
09/01/2026

September is Recovery Month, and our partners in Cass County are bringing the community together for Cass County Recovery Fest 2026!

This free community event is an opportunity to celebrate recovery, connect with local resources, learn more about su***de prevention, and enjoy a fun day together.

Happening, Saturday, September 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Cass County Council on Aging, in Cassopolis.

The day will include resource booths, inflatables, games, a free table, food trucks, and U93 live on-site!

Whether recovery is part of your own story, you’re supporting someone you care about, or you simply want to learn more about resources available in our community, you’re invited to come out and be part of the day.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this event with your Cass County friends and neighbors!

Raking leaves and cleaning gutters are important parts of getting a home ready for winter. But for many seniors in our c...
09/01/2026

Raking leaves and cleaning gutters are important parts of getting a home ready for winter. But for many seniors in our community, that work can be difficult, if not impossible, to safely do on their own.

That's where Rake A Difference comes in.

On November 12, hundreds of volunteers will spread out across Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties to rake leaves and clean gutters for local seniors, helping them safely prepare their homes and yards for winter.

Volunteer team registration opens TODAY, September 1. Gather your coworkers, friends, family, school, church or community group and register your team at rakeadifference.com.

In honor of all the kids heading back to school, we thought we'd share a few throwbacks of our own! These little cuties ...
08/31/2026

In honor of all the kids heading back to school, we thought we'd share a few throwbacks of our own! These little cuties grew up to become members of the United Way of Southwest Michigan team.

Think you can guess who's who? Happy back-to-school season, Southwest Michigan!

Anita from The Center for Growth and Independence stopped by this week to award the United Way of Southwest Michigan tea...
08/29/2026

Anita from The Center for Growth and Independence stopped by this week to award the United Way of Southwest Michigan team a keepsake trophy for participating in and sponsoring the Annual Softball Tournament back in July. Thanks to our volunteer staff & community team members for having fun with us! See you next year!

Who are you bringing with you?Your coworkers? Your family? Your church group? Your classmates? Your friends?Rake A Diffe...
08/28/2026

Who are you bringing with you?

Your coworkers? Your family? Your church group? Your classmates? Your friends?

Rake A Difference is a chance to get out into the community together while doing something that truly helps a neighbor.

On November 12, volunteer teams will rake leaves and clean gutters for seniors throughout Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties.

Registration doesn't open until Septmeber 1, but now is the time to gather your people. rakeadifference.com

Knowing how to use NARCAN can help save a life.The Berrien County Health Department is offering free NARCAN training and...
08/27/2026

Knowing how to use NARCAN can help save a life.

The Berrien County Health Department is offering free NARCAN training and kits during two upcoming drive-thru events in Benton Harbor and Niles.

Participants can learn how to respond to an overdose and will receive a free NARCAN kit to take home.

Monday, August 31 | Benton Harbor
Tuesday, September 1 | Niles
9 a.m.–4 p.m. | 15-minute appointment slots

Visit https://berrienpublichealthdeptscheduling.as.me/schedule/f0de5eef/?calendarIds=7104609 for locations, appointment information, and additional details.

Please share to help spread the word about this important community resource.

A heartfelt thank you to Kathleen and everyone who participated in the August Pickleball Positive+ Charity Round Robin!T...
08/26/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Kathleen and everyone who participated in the August Pickleball Positive+ Charity Round Robin!

Together, participants raised $850 for United Way of Southwest Michigan in memory of Kathleen’s sister, Colleen Curtis. We’re incredibly grateful that you chose to honor Colleen’s memory by giving back to our community.

Feeling inspired? You can turn something you love into a way to give back, too! From pickleball tournaments and 5Ks to birthday fundraisers, friendly competitions and more, there are plenty of ways to raise funds for United Way of Southwest Michigan.

Learn how to get started: uwsm.org/hold-a-fundraiser

What do you want the future of downtown Benton Harbor and its riverfront to look like?A community design process is unde...
08/26/2026

What do you want the future of downtown Benton Harbor and its riverfront to look like?

A community design process is underway to create a vision and action plan for housing, economic development, downtown Benton Harbor, and the riverfront. And that process needs input from the people who live, work, visit, and care about the community.

A short community survey is now open, and it only takes about five minutes to complete. Every response will help shape a plan that reflects the needs, priorities, and ideas of the community.

Use the link to take the survey by September 3. Your voice can help shape what comes next for Benton Harbor. https://ow.ly/zjOE50ZB1IF

08/26/2026

United Way's Zack East joins St. Joseph Public Schools Superintendent Kristen Bawks to talk about kicking off the school year and fundraising for United Way of Southwest Michigan! You can hold your own fundraiser, too! Go to uwsm.org/hold-a-fundraiser

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2015 Lakeview Avenue
Saint Joseph, MI
49085

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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