JOIN US FOR THE 2026 DAY OF CARING!
October 1, 2026
7:30am-1pm
Bill's Distributing, Menomonie, WI
UW Valleys invites you to be a part of our 2026 Day of Caring in Dunn and Pepin Counties.
Each year, volunteers across our communities come together to make a tangible impact—painting, cleaning, landscaping, building, and more.
Let’s carry this spirit of service and collaboration beyond today. Together, we can continue to make a difference, inspire hope, and strengthen our community. Thank you all for being part of this meaningful day.
Click HERE to view the Day of Caring FAQ
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Deadline: September 1, 2026
Click HERE to view the 2026 Sponsorship Form
Click HERE to view the 2026 Online Sponsorship Form
PLATINUM - $1000+
A special thanks to WESTconsin Credit Union & 3M for being a Platinum Sponsors for the 2026 Day of Caring!
Make a bold impact as a Platinum Sponsor with our highest level of visibility and recognition!
Along with gold benefits, you’ll receive additional website & social media recognition, and special recognition
in email communications
GOLD - $500
- Featured in promotional materials and digital marketing
- Logo featured on event t-shirts
- Special recognition during welcome reception and invitation to attend the welcome breakfast
SILVER - $250
- Featured in promotional materials and digital marketing
- Logo included on event t-shirts
- Recognition during the volunteer welcome reception
BRONZE- $100
- Company name in promotional materials and digital marketing
- Company name included on event t-shirts
- Recognition as a community supporter in post-event communications
REGISTER A PROJECT
Deadline: August 21, 2026 - Click HERE to view the 2026 Project Application
Do you represent a nonprofit organization, school, municipality, or community group in Dunn or Pepin County with a project that could benefit from volunteer support?
Day of Caring projects can include painting, landscaping, cleaning, organizing, minor repairs, outdoor beautification, and more. Project applications are now open and will be accepted through August 21, 2026.
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
Deadline: September 15, 2026 - Click HERE to view the 2026 Volunteer Registration Form
Make a difference in your community by joining us for the 2026 Day of Caring!
Whether you're volunteering as an individual or with a team, you'll spend the morning completing meaningful projects that directly benefit local nonprofits and community organizations throughout Dunn and Pepin Counties. Volunteer registration is open through September 15, 2026.
VOLUNTEER WAIVER
All volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Waiver prior to participating in Day of Caring.
EVENT OVERVIEW
The day begins at Bill’s Distributing at 7:30am with:
- Volunteer check-in
- A warm welcome breakfast reception
- Recognition of our generous sponsors
- Distribution of materials
From there, volunteer teams head out to complete projects that benefit local organizations and residents.
The event wraps up by 1:00pm.
THANK YOU, DAY OF CARING COMMITTEE
- Cathy Asher – Security Financial Bank
- Luisa Gerasimo – UW Extension Dunn County
- Jenalee Nutter – Dunn County
- Shellee Pechmiller – Bill’s Distribution
- Megan Hausch - United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar Valleys
- Randy Morrissette – United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar Valleys
- Sam Weiske - United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar Valleys
2025 Day of Caring Project Sites
- Assumption Catholic School
- The Bridge to Hope, Inc
- Durand-Arkansaw School District, Caddie Woodlawn Elementary
- Dunn County Historical Society / Rassbach Museum and Fulton's Workshop
- Dunn County Parks – Lake Menomin Pavilion
- Faith Lutheran Church
- Indianhead Enterprises Inc.
- Mabel Tainter Theater
- Menomonie Head Start – CESA 11
- Menomonie Public Library
- Mission Restoring Hope Inc.
- The Neighbors of Dunn County
- Pepin County Food Shelf
- Storywalk Lakeside Park
- UW–Madison Extension Dunn County
- Wisconsin Milkweed Alliance, Inc.
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