United Way of Portage County

United Way of Portage County United Way of Portage County brings people and resources together to achieve measurable results

United Way of Portage County's Core Values include:
Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and moral standards in our relationships with the Portage County community. Community Engagement: We listen to, learn from and motivate diverse individuals and groups to take action on priorities. Partnership: We develop relationships and work with individuals, groups, and organizations that sha

re our mutual interest in community priorities, developing effective strategies and measuring results. Volunteer Driven: We connect with our community through volunteer leadership and service opportunities. Stewardship: We ensure that resources placed in our care are managed effectively and efficiently.

Registration to have your yard raked or to sign-up to rake for Make a Difference Day is now open!Yards will be raked bet...
09/01/2026

Registration to have your yard raked or to sign-up to rake for Make a Difference Day is now open!

Yards will be raked between October 18-October 24 🍂

Register your yard or register to volunteer by calling 2-1-1 Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm OR click the link to register: https://unitedwaypoco.org/MADD

We are seeking tutors for our Learn for Life Program!Help a child learn to read by becoming a Learn for Life tutor for t...
08/31/2026

We are seeking tutors for our Learn for Life Program!
Help a child learn to read by becoming a Learn for Life tutor for the 2026-2027 school year 📚

Commit to one hour per week or become a sub and tutor when your schedule permits. Training is provided for all new tutors.

To register or to learn more, click here:
www.unitedwaypoco.org/learnforlife

Are you looking to make a difference in a child's life? Spots are still available as tutors the Learn for Life Program!H...
08/31/2026

Are you looking to make a difference in a child's life? Spots are still available as tutors the Learn for Life Program!

Help a child learn to read by becoming a Learn for Life tutor for the 2026-2027 school year 📚

Commit to one hour per week or become a sub and tutor when your schedule permits. Training is provided for all new tutors.
To register or to learn more, click here: www.unitedwaypoco.org/learnforlife

Meet our final Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🥳Kristin Marquard- Roosevelt Elementary SchoolTerri Marki- Associ...
08/27/2026

Meet our final Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🥳

Kristin Marquard- Roosevelt Elementary School
Terri Marki- Associated Bank

Thank you for being the driving force behind this year's campaign and helping create lasting change in your community.

Meet some more of our Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🎉Dave Bakken - Community VolunteerAmy Bakken - Retired Nur...
08/26/2026

Meet some more of our Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🎉

Dave Bakken - Community Volunteer
Amy Bakken - Retired Nurse

Thank you for being the driving force behind this year's campaign and helping create lasting change in your community!

Meet some of our Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🥳Mark Fenlon - Retired Physician Julia Fenlon - Retired Educato...
08/25/2026

Meet some of our Drive Chairs leading our 2026 Campaign! 🥳

Mark Fenlon - Retired Physician
Julia Fenlon - Retired Educator

Thank you for being the driving force behind this year's campaign and helping create lasting change in your community!

08/24/2026

When you give to United Way of Portage County, you're supporting more than an organization. You're supporting an entire community.

One simple act can create endless possibilities.

Learn more: https://www.unitedwaypoco.org/form/donate

🎒🎉 Last week at Project Fresh Start, families were connected to a variety of programs and community resources from Stev...
08/20/2026

🎒🎉 Last week at Project Fresh Start, families were connected to a variety of programs and community resources from Stevens Point Fire Department, CAP Services, Inc., Stevens Point Area YMCA, Boys & Girls Club of Portage County, Metro Market, Foundations Youth Services, Children's Wisconsin, and United Way!

We are so grateful for all of the organizations that showed up to share information, support, and amazing opportunities to members of our community! ✏️✂️📚

For ongoing program questions, dial 2-1-1 for local, free, and confidential support.

That's a wrap on Project Fresh Start 2026! 🎉🎒📚PFS wouldn't be possible without our 50+ collection partners and our hardw...
08/19/2026

That's a wrap on Project Fresh Start 2026! 🎉🎒📚

PFS wouldn't be possible without our 50+ collection partners and our hardworking volunteers.

We are so grateful to have had the extra hands that volunteered from Special Markets Insurance Consultants - SMIC, Old National Bank, Paper City Savings Bank, Delta Dental of Wisconsin, Simplicity Credit Union, Associated Bank, Travel Guard, KerberRose, NorthWinds Technology Solutions , Sentry, ABR Employment Services, Bank First, Noble Clinics, and McCain Foods USA as well as many of our community members!

Over a thousand Portage County students will start the school year off extra strong because of your support and generosity!

Thank you everyone, and have a great school year, students! ✏️🎒✂️

Thank you to O'Brien, LLP for being one of our Corporate Cornerstone Partners!Anderson O'Brien LLP provides counsel to ...
08/17/2026

Thank you to O'Brien, LLP for being one of our Corporate Cornerstone Partners!

Anderson O'Brien LLP provides counsel to major corporations, new entrepreneurial ventures, individuals, and families.

If you want to learn more about our Corporate Cornerstone Partners, click the link: unitedwaypoco.org/thank-you

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2801 Hoover Road Unit 2
Stevens Point, WI
54481

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5am
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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