United Way of Lake County

ATTN: FAMILIES in NORTH CHICAGO/GREAT LAKES AREA
Join us for Better Together—a free, in-person program for children ages birth to 3 to develop the skills crucial to their education with their caregiver. Fall sessions start on August 22. Space is limited. To register, contact Marissa Gomez at [email protected] or (847) 775-1058.

We’d like to highlight a few more of our fantastic volunteer groups who recently supported Stuff the Bus! Volunteers from North Shore Gas packed over 170 backpacks, our friends from Jabil packed another 135, and Leaders United of Lake County members packed 125 backpacks.

These backpacks have already found homes throughout Lake County, in the hands of the students who need them.

Thanks to your unwavering support and commitment, more of our Lake County youth are equipped with the supplies needed to succeed in school!

Shout out to our latest volunteers from the Clara Abbott Foundation, who packed 120 backpacks; our wonderful student group from CLC ETS packed another 150, and our new friends from Nosco packed 135 backpacks!

These backpacks have already found homes throughout Lake County in the hands of the students who need them.

Thanks to your unyielding support and commitment, more of our Lake County youth are equipped with the supplies needed to succeed in school!

Pharma Logistics Stuffed the Bus!

Thank you to Pharma Logistics for sponsoring and creating 200 backpacks full of school supplies for Round Lake School District 116! The staff and their children participated in this fantastic first-ever event, making it a memorable day for everyone involved.

Thank you for making a difference and helping our Lake County youth be equipped with the supplies they need to succeed in school this fall!

DON'T MISS OUT! 🍕 Donate school supplies by August 8 and receive a free pizza! 🍕

Be one of the first 50 donors to drop off supplies from our wish list and you’ll receive a coupon for a free 16” one-topping pizza from Jimano's Pizzeria! Drop off supplies by August 8 at United Way’s office (330 S Greenleaf St, Gurnee), Mon–Thurs, 9am–4pm.

Backpacks full of school supplies will be donated to local students.

ATTN: FAMILIES in the FOX LAKE AREA
Be your child's first teacher. Help your little one (0-3 years old) learn and grow pre-reading and early language skills. Learning made fun! Free in-person sessions for parents/grandparents/caregivers and their children. LIVEUNITEDlakecounty.org/BT

Our bilingual Kindergarten Readiness Calendars are free and a great resource for preschoolers. Order yours today! The calendar is full of activities to help your little ones prepare for the first day of kindergarten.

Place your order using the online form https://bit.ly/46ePbj8. Pickups are by appointment, Monday through Thursday, 9am to 4pm, at 330 S. Greenleaf St, Gurnee, IL.

Shout out to the fantastic volunteers who recently supported Stuff the Bus!

Volunteers from Consumers Credit Union packed 144 backpacks, and a group from Assured Healthcare packed another 120 backpacks!

Thanks to your unwavering support and commitment, our Lake County youth will be equipped for school and ready to learn.

ATTN: FAMILIES in NORTH CHICAGO/GREAT LAKES AREA
Help your little one (0 - 3 years old) learn and grow their pre-reading and early talking skills. Learning made fun! Be your child's first teacher. In-person sessions for parents/grandparents/caregivers and their children. LIVEUNITEDlakecounty.org/BT

Thank you to the incredible team from Trustmark for coming together to create 144 Punny Snack Packs!

Each pack is decorated with love and filled with kid-favored snacks and a joke or riddle to tickle those funny bones. These snacks will be shared with the youth of Lake County, making their summers a little sunnier and fun.

Thank you, Trustmark, for your fantastic contribution!

Shout out to the awesome volunteers who recently supported Stuff the Bus!

Volunteers from Novelis donated 3 boxes of school supplies then stayed to create an incredible 120 backpacks! And our fantastic group from SEL Technology—Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories packed another 120 backpacks!

Thanks to your unwavering support and commitment, our Lake County youth will be equipped for school and ready to learn!

🍕 Donate school supplies and receive a free pizza! 🍕

Be one of the first 50 donors to drop off school supplies from our wish list and you’ll receive a coupon for a free 16” one-topping pizza from Jimano's Pizzeria! Drop off supplies by August 8 at United Way’s office (330 S Greenleaf St, Gurnee), Mon–Thurs, 9am–4pm.

Thank you, Jimano’s, for partnering with us!

A huge thank you to our new friends from Nemera Buffalo Grove for their incredible sponsorship and installation of a beautiful new extension to John S. Clark Elementary School’s Early Learning Trail!

The new elements are stunning and thoughtfully designed to inspire our young learners to jump, dance and play. We can’t wait to see all the smiles and laughter this new addition will bring. Thank you, Nemera, for helping our community grow!

Trustmark brought their fantastic team of interns to Givenkindorg and worked tirelessly to organize 3 pallets of goods, ensuring that these items could easily be shared with local nonprofit organizations.

Thank you, Trustmark, for your unwavering support and dedication to Lake County and its surrounding areas. Your volunteerism truly makes a difference!

We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers from Abbott for installing motivational messages in every student restroom at Waukegan High School's Washington Campus! These colorful and inspiring messages beautify the spaces and transform them into places of positivity and encouragement for the students. Thank you for sharing your time and making a difference for these high schoolers!

Our bilingual Kindergarten Readiness Calendars (2024-2025) are now available and free for anyone in Lake County! Designed for preschool-age children and filled with activities to help caregivers and children prepare for kindergarten.

Place an order using our online form: https://bit.ly/46ePbj8

Learn more: LIVEUNITEDlakecounty.org/KRC

An Early Learning Trail project at Lyon Magnet Elementary School desperately needed volunteers to paint, and so many community members united to lend their support.

A huge thank you to the UWLC Board members, Waukegan High School’s football team, members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, students from Stevenson High School, and Vertical Encounter - Waukegan for their fantastic support!

This extraordinary group created a colorful, fun, and interactive space where Lyon Magnet students and community families can learn through play.

Shout out to the awesome volunteers who recently supported Stuff the Bus!

Thank you to Great Lakes Credit Union for your hard work in organizing, sorting, and inventorying all the school supplies, which has set the stage for the next steps in our mission.

Volunteers from the Lake County Clerk's Office, members of the UWLC Board, and dedicated community members joined forces for the first packing event, creating an incredible 152 backpacks!

And our fantastic group from CVS Pharmacy came in and packed another 140 backpacks!

Thanks to your unwavering support and commitment, our Lake County youth will be equipped for school and ready to learn!

You can receive tips, activities, local events, and resources relevant to your child's age directly to your phone. Topics include health, social-emotional skills, safety and more!

Bright by Text is offered in English and Spanish. Sign up for free by texting UWLC to 274-448 or fill out our form bbtxt.org/3kWkaZO.

A little rain didn't stop this fantastic group from ComEd! They pivoted from their outdoor painting plans to help Lyon Magnet Elementary School in Waukegan build a new library. Inside, they sorted and organized thousands of books, created bookmarks, and prepped books to help students build their home libraries. Their efforts made for an impactful and fun day!

Thank you, ComEd, for your incredible support and dedication to Lake County youth!

We're hiring! The Women United Coordinator forms and enriches donor relationships, partners with donors to raise funds, supports volunteer events, meetings and activities, and provides value to Women United's community impact initiatives.

Learn more about the position: indeedhi.re/3xp3fuQ
Learn more about Women United: LIVEUNITEDlakecounty.org/WU

Snap-on Credit had a blast retouching and expanding the Early Learning Trail at Glen Flora School in Waukegan! This amazing team of creative and enthusiastic volunteers brought vibrant colors and life to the school, making it a more fun and engaging place for the kids.

A huge THANK YOU to Snap-on Credit for their unwavering support of Lake County youth and families. Together, we’re making a difference, one colorful trail at a time!

Waukegan Public Schools

✏️ BEACH PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 🖍️
Register for Kindergarten Countdown Camp: a free summer learning program for kids with limited preschool experience and entering kindergarten this fall. Students will adjust to the classroom setting, practice following directions and rules, and practice key kindergarten skills. ✨ Just a few spots left! ✨ July 29 - Aug 14✨

Interested? Fill out our form: https://bit.ly/2024KCC

Ever want to throw a pie for a good cause? Baxter International Inc. recently held a Pies for Purpose campaign and we were proud to support their efforts. Funds raised support Nicasa Behavioral Health Services and critical programs and services in our community.

144 Silly Snack Packs! This group of Trustmark volunteers packed some serious snack-tastic fun into each bag, perfect for kids and summer learning.

Every pack is filled with delicious, fun snacks and adorned with unique, playful decorations. Each pack also includes a handwritten joke card!

We are distributing these snack packs to children participating in our early learning programming this summer.

We were proud to hold our Annual Meeting at the National Museum of the American Sailor, where we highlighted our fiscal year 2024 impact, welcomed new board members, and thanked outgoing board members for their service. We're grateful to Capt. Steve Yargosz, Commanding Officer at Naval Station Great Lakes, for hosting us and sharing the fascinating history of the base and what it means to serve.

In celebration of Juneteenth, we honor the present and reflect on our shared history and tradition. Together, we are building a brighter, equitable future for everyone in our community to thrive.