Born Learning Trails are placed throughout Pickens County and help engage young children and their caregivers in fun learning opportunities. Volunteers are needed to refresh the trails by repainting the activities on the sidewalks, cleaning off the metal signs, and adding mulch to the base of the signs as needed. This project is best suited for groups of 5-10 people ages 13 (with adult supervision) and up. Materials are provided by United Way.

Volunteers help low-income taxpayers file their taxes for free by serving as a Tax Preparer, Intake Coordinator, Interpreter Site Coordinator, or a Tax Preparer for Foreign Students at tax sites across Pickens County. This volunteer opportunity takes place January- April each year. United Way provides training and guides volunteers through the IRS Certification process. Click here to learn more about this volunteer opportunity.

Reading Buddies meet once or twice a week for 30 minutes at a time during the summer with students who are attending Camp iRock. Camp iRock is for K4-3rd graders who need additional help in reading, and Reading Buddies provide additional one-on-one time for these struggling students. Reading Buddy volunteers must be 18 or older and must pass a SLED background check prior to volunteering. Camp iRock dates and locations are set each spring. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.

Throughout the year, there are multiple opportunities to organize collection drives for your group. Examples of items needed include:

• School Supplies
• Socks
• Books
• Food
• Hygiene Kit Items

If you are interested in organizing a drive for your group, fill out the form below and someone from United Way will contact you to discuss the timing and logistics.