SHREVEPORT, La. — United Way of Northwest Louisiana is issuing a final call for volunteers ahead of its annual Day of Caring, with registration set to close April 3 for the May 14, 2026 event.
The Day of Caring, the organization’s largest single-day volunteer initiative, brings together more than 300 participants each year to complete service projects for nonprofit agencies across the region. Volunteers are organized into teams and matched with local organizations to address operational and maintenance needs that may otherwise go unmet due to limited staffing or funding.
The event is designed to mobilize businesses, civic groups, and individual volunteers, with team sizes typically ranging from five to 25 participants. Organizers said both individuals and groups, including first-time participants, are encouraged to register before the deadline.
“Day of Caring is a beautiful reflection of what happens when a community comes together with heart and purpose,” said LaToria W. Thomas, President and CEO of United Way of Northwest Louisiana. “Year after year, we see individuals and teams show up ready to serve, and that collective spirit is what creates lasting impact. It’s always inspiring to witness what we can accomplish when we show up for one another.”
The event will begin with a kickoff breakfast and pep rally at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana before volunteer teams disperse to project sites throughout Northwest Louisiana.
In addition to recruiting volunteers, United Way of Northwest Louisiana is also seeking nonprofit agencies with projects that require volunteer support.
The deadline to register teams or submit project requests is 11:59 p.m. on April 3. Additional information and registration details are available on the organization’s website.