Jefferson County United Way Awards Grant to Big Brothers/Big Sisters Recently The Jefferson County United Way awarded a $500.00 grant to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Jefferson County. Big Brothers/ Big Sisters asked for financial assistance for their school-based mentoring program. An activity box is made available to the school-based matches at each school. The activity boxes needed replenishing and this grant will provide the necessary supplies for the boxes. The grant was made possible due to some recent savings in United Way’s administrative costs. Big Brothers/Big Sisters is an organization that has proven to make positive lasting changes in children’s lives, which supports the mission of The United Way – WORKING TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO PROMOTE CARING AND TO IMPROVE LIVES IN JEFFERSON COUNTY. United Way Accepting Applications for 2012 Day of Caring The United Way Day of Caring for Jefferson County has been set for May 12, 2012. This is a day dedicated to helping those in need by giving time and talent to some very worthwhile projects. We are taking applications for projects that can be completed on May 12th. If you know someone that is in need of help or needs a particular project completed to improve their quality of life, they can be nominated by filling out a project application form now through March 15, 2012. Applications and/or further information can be obtained by contacting the Jefferson County United Way office at 812-273-2036 or by e-mail to jcuwlcummins@gmail.com. Applications are also available for download by Clicking Here. We will also be looking for volunteers to help carry out the projects that are selected. If you wish to volunteer please contact The United Way office.