400 volunteers, 23 projects – and one big Day of Caring

Day of Caring Brings Community Together for Local Impact 

It doesn’t get better than this! United Way Elgin Middlesex brought together an enthusiastic wave of over 400 volunteers from 23 local workplaces, spreading out across 28 locations in London, St. Thomas, Strathroy, and Dorchester to tackle meaningful projects at 23 social service agencies. 

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to help with everything from painting, gardening, power-washing, and neighbourhood cleanups to sorting clothing donations, assembling furniture for tiny homes. These hands-on tasks might seem small, but for the agencies and the people they serve, they make a lasting difference. 

“This is more than just a day of volunteering—it’s a celebration of community spirit,” said Kelly Ziegner, President and CEO of United Way Elgin Middlesex. “In just one day, volunteers will give over 2000 hours of their time, sharing their skills and passion to improve the lives of others. These projects, that agencies may otherwise not have the resources to complete, become a powerful wave of good, sending ripples of hope throughout our community.” 

To kick off the day, pizza-and-pep-rally events took place across the region to thank our volunteers – and fuel them for the hard work ahead. These gatherings gave volunteers a chance to connect, learn more about United Way’s impact, and get excited before heading out to make a difference. 

As Jordan Moat, Regional Manager for Libro Credit Union told the crowd at our London kick-off, “Your work today really matters… It’s purpose driven. It’s about more than just sweat equity, Day of Caring also serves to build local love. Staff get to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty – and feel connected to the community.” 

The event marked the 24th annual Day of Caring in the region—and the 9th consecutive year with Libro Credit Union as the proud presenting sponsor. 

While the Day of Caring lasts only one day, the impact is long-lasting. Agencies are supported, clients are served more effectively, and volunteers walk away with a deeper understanding of the needs—and strengths—of our community. 

With another inspiring Day of Caring now behind us, one thing is clear: our community is always ready to show up for one another, United.

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You can see some of our volunteers in action via this feature on CTV News.

  • Day of Caring kickoff party in St. Thomas, Presented by Libro Credit Union
  • Day of Caring, BMO at John Howard Society
  • Day of Caring, Harrison Pensa students at SOAHAC
  • Day of Caring, 3M at Big Brothers Big Sisters

Presented by:

Libro Credit Union

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