Calhoun County, AL — In a remarkable show of community spirit, United Way of East Central Alabama (UWECA) recently held its annual Day of Action, uniting over 250 volunteers from Calhoun, Cleburne, and Randolph Counties to address hunger in the local area. This year’s event saw participants packing an impressive 50,000 meals, which will be distributed to food banks, domestic violence shelters, schools, and individuals in need across the community.
Jessica Smith, UWECA’s Director of Community Engagement, emphasized the event’s importance: “Mobilizing the caring power of our community is one of the pillars of our local United Way. Our annual Day of Action exemplifies the strength and impact of our community working together for good.”
UWECA is inviting more residents to participate in upcoming events and to engage with its mission of fostering positive change through hands-on volunteering. The organization is continually focused on connecting local needs with dedicated volunteers, empowering communities to provide for those in need.
The success of the Day of Action was made possible with the support of numerous sponsors. Jacksonville State University served as the host sponsor, while Tyler Union & M&H Valve, Anniston Operations took the lead as the presenting sponsor. The event was further bolstered by contributions from:
- Platinum Sponsors: Alabama Power, Auto Custom Carpets, Inc., Emblem Credit Union, ERA King Real Estate, Honda, Rotary Club of Calhoun County, RMC Health System, Sunny King Automotive Group, and Webb Concrete & Building Materials.
- Gold Sponsors: Eastman, Family Savings Credit Union, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Pine Bend Wealth Management, NobleBank, Regions, and Southern States Bank.
- Silver Sponsor: First Bank of Alabama.
UWECA is committed to improving lives across Calhoun County by mobilizing the power of community partnerships. Through initiatives like Day of Action, UWECA continues to build meaningful volunteer opportunities that address critical needs and foster stronger, more resilient communities.
For those interested in joining future initiatives or learning more about UWECA’s mission, additional information is available at www.uweca.org.
