Over 350 Volunteers Join Forces to Beautify Hutchinson During Community Work Day

Community Work Day Brings Volunteers Together Across Hutchinson

 

On Saturday, October 11th, more than 350 volunteers came together for United Way of Reno County’s Community Work Day, completing 21 projects across Hutchinson and South Hutchinson. From playground improvements to community cleanups, volunteers of all ages made a tangible difference in our community.

“This event is a wonderful example of what happens when neighbors, local organizations, and businesses work together,” said Lacey Mills, United Way of Reno County CEO “Every project, big or small, contributes to a stronger, more vibrant community.”

Projects and Impact
Volunteers helped a wide variety of local organizations with hands-on projects, including:

  • 308 Childcare Center – Sprucing up the childcare center to create a welcoming environment for children

  • Carey Park Playgrounds – Mulching playgrounds and cleaning trash up out of Carey Park

  • South Hutchinson – Repainting around the Veteran's Memorial, cleaning rose beds, and repainting Main Street trail metal art

  • Clothed in Compassion – Organizing the Foster Closet and preparing marketing materials

  • Dillon Nature Center – Assisting with Trinity United Methodist projects

  • Foundation of Life Ministries – Supporting the Making Room Project

  • Hadley Day Care Center –Cleaning the outdoor gutters and cleaning the playground

  • Horizons Mental Health Center – Playground Mulch Work

  • Hutchinson Zoo – Mini Farm Stall upgrades and animal enrichment workshops

  • Kitchen Hero Academy – Recipe cleaning and organization

  • New Beginnings, Inc. – Walnut Court and Oxford House painting

  • Union Valley – Building clean-up projects

 

A Community Effort
The event would not have been possible without the generosity and support of local partners:

  • Kiwanis Club – cooking breakfast for volunteers

  • Reger – providing ice to keep volunteers cool

  • Hutchinson Clinic – donating water

  • Dillons – supplying food for breakfast

  • CWD Planning Committee – Tomi Foust, Kathy Vieyra, Doris Dreiling, and Jeff Thomson for their incredible planning

  • The Volunteer Center – guiding nonprofit volunteer efforts

  • United Way of Reno County Team – organizing and leading the day

Volunteers worked tirelessly throughout the day, leaving a lasting mark on the community while strengthening relationships across Hutchinson and South Hutchinson.

 

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