The goal of this event is to connect homeowners in need with volunteers ready to help complete projects for the overall benefit of an improved community. Our event is fully funded by sponsorships from strong community leaders, which means project expenses are covered by United Way of DeKalb County.
Important Dates
February 16, 2026 - Applications go LIVE
February 16, 2026 - Sponsorship Opportunities go LIVE
May 1, 2026 - Sponsorship DEADLINE
May 1, 2026 - Project & Volunteer Applications DEADLINE
May 27, 2026 at 12:00 pm - Crew Chief Meeting
- Where: TBD
May 28, 2026 at 7:00 am - Crew Chief Meeting
- Where: TBD
JUNE 26, 2026 - DAY OF CARING
- Breakfast Details:
- Where: TBD
- When: June 26th
- Time: 7:00 am
Project Application
Project Release of Liability Waiver Form (Required)
- Homeowners, Renters, Organizations and Referrals may be submitted for help with projects such as: painting, landscaping, outside repairs, hedge and tree trimming, raking, mulching, staining decks, building ramps, washing windows, and planting and moving flowers.
- A Day of Caring Committee Member reviews the application, conducts a pre-assessment, and determines if we have the capacity and skill set to complete the project.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteer Release of Liability Waiver Form (Required)
- A Team Leader assembles a group of volunteers from their workplace, church, or other organization and fills out one “Team Application.” Each volunteer on the team will fill out a volunteer waiver form
- Individual volunteers are also encouraged to participate!
Become a Sponsor
Platinum Builder: $5,000
Golden Hammer: $3,000
Silver Screwdriver: $1,500
Bronze Nail: $750
Green Thumb: $300
If you or your business is interested in becoming an event sponsor for Day of Caring please fill out the form below and email it to tyler@unitedwaydekalb.org
Once applications have been reviewed and pre-assessments have been completed, our Day of Caring Committee will review all projects and accept or deny based on volunteer capacity and skill set. All approved projects will then be paired with volunteers who match the necessary skill set to complete the project. Team Leaders will contact the homeowners and set up assessment times to look at the tasks and create a shopping list of materials. United Way of DeKalb County staff, volunteers, and team captains purchase all materials and drop off supplies to the homes prior to the event.