United Way of Sumner County

There are still sponsorships and team registration spots available for the 2024 UWSC Fall Classic Golf Scramble! Click the link for a fun day on the course and to support your community through United Way of Sumner County!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/golf

Has your kid outgrown last year's coat? Donate it to a kid in need for the UWSC Winter Care Drive! From now through September 30, we are collecting gently-used coats from sizes newborn to high school. (Keep in mind that most middle & high school students prefer hoodies.) We are also collecting new socks, gloves, and hats for kids ages 0-18. Click the link for a list of drop-off locations all over the county.

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/wintercaredrive

We were proud to be a luncheon sponsor at today’s luncheon and to get hear some great information from Sara Bancroft from the and Homeland Security! We learned that it is important if you see something to say something and that using the department’s SafeTN app is the best way to do that!

One of our partners Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County is looking for volunteers in the next few days. Please consider helping someone receive their home. Contact form below.

🚨 Urgent Volunteer Call: Pafford Place Needs You! 🚨

We're in immediate need of volunteers for critical build days at 107 and 111 Pafford Place. Your help is essential to keep these projects on track—no experience needed, just a willingness to make a difference!

📅 Friday, September 6th, 2024
🕗 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
107 Pafford/HCOC: https://form.jotform.com/241754783525161
111 Pafford/GFUMC: https://form.jotform.com/241765120682152

📅 Saturday, September 7th, 2024
🕗 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
107 Pafford/HCOC: https://form.jotform.com/241755428545160
111 Pafford/GFUMC: https://form.jotform.com/241765156384160

These homes can't be completed without your help. Please sign up and join us for a few hours to make sure these families can move into their new homes on time.

Every hand makes a difference—don't wait! 💪

Questions? Contact us at [email protected].

The UWSC 2024 Winter Care Drive will be running September 1 - 30 to collect gently used coats & hoodies, new socks, new hats, and new gloves for Sumner County children in need. All sizes from newborn to high school are needed. (Please note that Middle & High School students often prefer hoodies over coats.) Click the link to see a list of public drop-off locations in Gallatin, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Portland, and Westmoreland.

2024 Winter Care Drive: Sept. 1 - 30 | United Way of Sumner County YOU can help families in need to keep their kids warm this winter by donating to the United Way of Sumner County 2024 Winter Care Drive. We are collecting GENTLY USED KIDS' COATS for infant to high school-aged children. We are also collecting NEW SOCKS, NEW GLOVES, and NEW HATS for these age groups,...

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, as we celebrate the hard work of Sumner County Neighbors. Happy Labor Day!

Thank you for serving as both the Front 9 Sponsor AND the Back 9 Sponsor for the UWSC 2024 Fall Classic Golf Scramble! We are grateful for your support!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/golf

August's Volunteer Spotlight is on Beth Pickel. Beth has been volunteering with United Way of Sumner County for about a year, but in that short time, Beth has established herself as a problem solver on many levels. Click the link to hear about the many ways Beth has already contributed to UWSC''s mission!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/news/volunteer-spotlight-beth-pickel

Our 2024 Workplace Giving Campaign season is now in full swing! Workplace Campaigns are the most common and most popular format for United Way fundraising efforts. Participating companies choose when they want to conduct their Workplace Giving Campaign and then set-up their campaign dates with UWSC. Most campaigns run for approximately one month, but it can vary. During the campaign, the company invites their employees to support UWSC through a one-time donation or recurring payroll deduction. Many companies coordinate a UWSC employee presentation so our staff can share what we do in the community, let employees know where the money goes in the community, and answer any questions they may have. Click the link to schedule your campaign dates or to get more information.

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/workplace-engagement

In our August "Impacting our Neighbors" blog, we highlight United Way of Sumner County agency, Sumner County CASA by sharing the story of teenage girl who was removed from her home for abuse, but worked through the trauma to thrive and become part of a loving foster/adoptive family.

United Way of Sumner County is governed by a local Board of Directors who oversees our operations. We recently said goodbye to three board members who rolled off the board at the end of the 2023-2024 fiscal year on June 30: Julianna Adenaike, Pat Conner, and Amy Scott. We also welcomed two new members on July 1: Amy Ramsey and Jordon Woodruff. We are grateful for the contribution of resources, talent, insight, and expertise that each board member brings to the organization. Click the link to see our full list of the UWSC 2024-2025 Board of Directors.

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/2024-2025-board-directors

Congratulations to the UWSC 2023 Company of the Year, SERVPRO Headquarters! The Company of the Year Award embodies the full spirit of GIVE ADVOCATE VOLUNTEER. The award considers all aspects of company involvement with UWSC. Based on a points formula, it gives credit for how well a company supports each component of our slogan. Servpro earned the most points for their involvement in raising money through employee donations, corporate gifts, and event sponsorships; conducting internal special events to support UWSC; serving on the UWSC Board of Directors and Allocations Committee; inviting UWSC to speak to employees and having senior leadership take an active part in supporting the campaign; conducting internal collection drives for two of our Community Drives; and providing volunteers for a special event! Congratulations Servpro Headquarters! Thank you for serving your community well through United Way of Sumner County!

United Way of Sumner County held our 2024 Community Impact Breakfast presented by Meta Gallatin Data Center on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Twenty awards were given out under the UWSC mantra of GIVE ADVOCATE VOLUNTEER. They included GIVE awards for companies in the industries of Business, Government, Manufacturing, Medical, Retail and Schools/Colleges. The top three companies in each industry were recognized for Most Raised, Highest Employee Participation, and Highest Growth with the award going to the first place winner in each industry. An award for Most Raised for a Multi-Location Company and Overall Top Fundraising Company was also presented. Awards were also given for Top Individual Giver, Advocate of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Community Impact Award, and Company of the Year. Click the link for details including a full list of winners. Congratulations to these amazing award recipients! We are grateful for how you support your community through United Way of Sumner County!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/news/2024-community-impact-breakfast-held-august-15-2024

Thank you State Representative Johnny C. Garrett for serving as the Presenting Sponsor for the UWSC 2024 Fall Classic Golf Scramble! We are grateful for your support!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/golf

Registration is now open for the UWSC Fall Classic Golf Scramble presented by Johnny Garrett, State Representative. This year's event will be held at the Tennessee Grasslands Foxland Course on Monday, October 21, 2024. Registration is open for individuals, teams, and sponsorships. Click the link to claim your spot!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/golf

Awards, stories, stats, volunteers, agencies, businesses, elected officials, tears, joy, founders, celebration…together…Community Impact Breakfast 2024! Were you there?

We've extended our Registration Deadline. However, we have to turn our numbers in to the caterer tomorrow so you MUST be registered by 11am Friday, August 9 to attend next week's UWSC 2024 Community Impact Breakfast presented by Meta Gallatin Data Center! You will not want to miss this! Click the link to register!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/communityimpactbreakfast

Thank you to our 2024 Community Impact Breakfast sponsors for making this event possible! Presenting Sponsor: Meta Gallatin Data Center and T-shirt Sponsor: Schell Brothers in Nashville TN!
https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/communityimpactbreakfast

Today is the deadline to register for the 2024 Community Impact Breakfast presented by Meta. The event will be held next week on August 15 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville at 7:30am. We hope to see you there!

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/communityimpactbreakfast

Privileged to get to hear from Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee today at the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce Hendersonville, TN Luncheon! It was a packed room and the Governor did a wonderful job talking about economic impact in Tennessee! We also loved that he was introduced by Mayor Jamie Clary and a bright young man from Davidson Academy.

Starting this Wednesday, August 7, 2024, TN children under age two can receive free diapers under the new, long awaited, and first-of-its-kind diaper benefit program! Click the link for more information.
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/tenncare/documents/DiaperBenefitFAQsForMembers.pdf

Incredibly saddened by the loss of our valiant servant leader Sheriff Sonny Weatherford. Our prayers are with the family and our community.

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Sheriff Roy “Sonny” Weatherford.

Sheriff Weatherford dedicated his life to the service and protection of our community, embodying the very essence of commitment, bravery, and integrity. In every action and decision, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice and the well-being of every citizen.

Throughout his career, Sheriff Weatherford faced countless challenges with courage and determination, always prioritizing the safety of others above his own.

Beyond the badge and uniform, Sonny was a person of deep compassion and empathy. He understood that the role of a sheriff was not just about enforcing the law, but also about fostering trust and building relationships within the community. He took the time to listen, to understand, and to help those in need, often going above and beyond the call of duty.

To Tammy and the family, we extend our deepest condolences and pray for God’s comfort during this time of profound loss. Your loss is immeasurable, and we share in your grief. We are profoundly grateful for the sacrifices you have made, supporting Sonny as he dedicated his life to serving others.

As we reflect on Sheriff Weatherford’s legacy, let us remember the values he stood for: justice, integrity, and compassion. Let us honor his memory by striving to live up to these ideals in our own lives.

Though Sonny is no longer with us, his legacy and influence will continue to guide and inspire us. May Sonny rest in peace, and may his legacy endure in the hearts and minds of all who had the privilege to know and work alongside him.

United Way agency, Gallatin Shalom Zone is accepting applications for their FREE afterschool care program.

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Shalom Zone’s After School Program is for children in 1st-5th grade. We provide STEM, literacy, coding & robotics, physical fitness, art & crafts, music, homework help and tutoring in core subjects of math, science and language arts, and so much more!

Our mission is to develop positive self-esteem in youth by working to improve student’s grades, and behavior through supervised after school academic enrichment and character development activities.

This FREE program runs Monday - Thursday, 2:45pm-5:00pm, August through May.

Register online by visiting https://gallatinshalomzone.org/

🚨 Mandatory Parent/Guardian Orientation required.

Interested in volunteering in our After School Program? Click the link below to learn how you can become part of the GSZ team!
https://www.gallatinshalomzone.org/volunteer

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This program is free to students thanks to generous support from United Way of Sumner County, Dollar General Literacy Foundation, and other community partnerships. ❤️

United Way Agency, Community Life Bridge is looking for volunteer drivers.

We have a goal of 30% GROWTH in number of volunteers and here is your chance to help us achieve it in August! New volunteers are vital to the success of CLB and its volunteer-driven Community Life Ride program that provides rides for adults over 60. Join our amazing team of volunteers and let's get closer to clearing the rider wait list by signing up for one of our one-hour training sessions today! Call 615-431-2660 or apply online.
https://www.communitylifebridge.org/volunteers/apply/

In our July "Impacting our Neighbors" blog, we highlight United Way of Sumner County agency, Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County by sharing the story of a couple who persevered through adversity, held onto faith, and kept dreaming for more than 10 years before finally becoming homeowners through Habitat for Humanity's Downpayment Assistance Program.

https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/news/impacting-our-neighbors-habitat-humanity-sumner-county

All K-8th grade school supplies will be provided by Sumner County Schools. If you see a school supply list at a store, they are old and should be ignored.

July's Volunteer Spotlight is on Amy Ramsey. Amy has served on the Gala Committee for almost 10 years, assisted with Community Drives, served on the Allocations Committee, and recently joined the UWSC Board of Directors. Click the link to read more about Amy and the surprise speaking opportunity that brought in $6,000 for UWSC!
https://www.unitedwaysumner.org/news/volunteer-spotlight-amy-ramsey

United Way agency, Gallatin Shalom Zone is enrolling now for free ESL classes with childcare included. Please share this with anyone who might be interested.