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Monday, June 03, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan announced that grant applications will be made available starting Monday.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  People looking to volunteer in the community might have easier access to opportunities thanks to a new app.

Monday, May 13, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is hoping to put books in the hands of children during the summer months.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is hosting the 4th Annual One Day Without Shoes event Tuesday.

Thursday, March 29, 2012  UpNorthLive's Facebook fans voted to hear more about how One Day Without Shoes could bring awareness to local, state and global needs.

Friday, January 13, 2012  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is recruiting board members and instead of just picking people they are asking anyone who is interested to apply.

Friday, November 18, 2011  Wes and Arlene Nelson have been dedicated volunteers and active members of their community for years.  The couple from Traverse City is also heavily involved in the United Way of Northwest Michigan and they dedicate their time and energy to making the organization worthwhile for the region.

Friday, November 04, 2011  When you think about the United Way of Northwest Michigan one of the big questions revolves around where the donations actually come from.  Executive director of the United Way of Northwest Michigan, Steve Wade says a group of volunteers works together to decide who gets the allocated money.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  Hundreds of volunteers are taking part in community projects across northern Michigan Thursday.

Thursday, August 18, 2011  7&4 News Today sits down with United Way of Northwest Michigan Director Steve Wade to talk about the upcoming "The Day of Caring" event.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  Part of the reason the United Way of Northwest Michigan is able to help so many people in the region find the resources they need is because of their team of volunteers.

Monday, July 11, 2011  When you think about the United Way of Northwest Michigan you might think about the fact that they raise money, but their purpose is to raise that money for area non-profits.  One way the United Way does that is through grants.

Thursday, June 02, 2011  The United Way of Northwest Michigan aims to help people find specific resources within their community.  Part of those resources includes volunteer opportunities.  Several opportunities are taking place this summer throughout the region.

Wednesday, April 06, 2011  The week of April 10th is National Volunteer Week.  The United Way of Northwest Michigan knows the purpose of volunteering all too well.  Executive director, Steve Wade explains that anyone of any age can be a volunteer with the organization.

Wednesday, March 09, 2011  Executive director of the United Way of Northwest Michigan, Steve Wade breaks down the grant process including who can apply, how to do so and who the people are who decided who will receive grants.