The communities we serve are important to UGI. In fact, many of our employees are members of those communities. In essence, we are your neighbors. And we want to do everything we can to help.
UGI and its employees are actively involved in many organizations, including Reading is Fundamental, United Way, Meals on Wheels, March of Dimes, Scouting, Easter Seal Society, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The American Cancer Society, Kiwanis, Lions and Rotary Clubs, and local Chambers of Commerce.
Community Service Tip of the Day Calendar
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tips[1]='Bring your heart and your sense of humor to your volunteer service.'
tips[2]='Love music? Volunteer to help your local Community Choir, Band or Orchestra.'
tips[3]='Help clean up a neighborhood park.'
tips[4]='Sign up to help with a local Youth Organization.'
tips[5]='After-school programs at Shelters for Battered Women and Children often need tutors.'
tips[6]='History buff? Help with Historical Restorations, Battlefields and National Parks.'
tips[7]='Learn ways to help those who lost their home to a hurricane at www.hurricanehousing.org.'
tips[8]='Virtual volunteering allows you to volunteer with organizations from virtually anywhere using a computer and internet connection.'
tips[9]='Think about what matters to you and be selective about where you spend your time.'
tips[10]='Find something you enjoy doing. Rather write a newsletter or build a house?'
tips[11]='Volunteer with co-workers, build a lasting bond.'
tips[12]='Each of us has special talents. Things we can do to help. Put your talents to work for your community.'
tips[13]='Help adults reach their goals. Be a volunteer literacy tutor.'
tips[14]='Gather co-workers to build disaster preparedness kits or toiletry kits and take them to a homeless shelter for women and children.'
tips[15]='Spread the word about volunteering to friends and family.'
tips[16]='Join the PTA for a work day to revitalize the school building.'
tips[17]='Donate supplies to the American Red Cross for people affected by wildfires.'
tips[18]='Do you have a neighborhood association that rakes leaves or mows lawns for elderly residents?'
tips[19]='Get passionate. Volunteering is about helping others where you can add value.'
tips[20]='Be willing to give and take honest feedback in your volunteer job and, when necessary, be an advocate for change.'
tips[21]='Noncompetitive physical activity is a healthy release for an overworked person.'
tips[22]='Feel comfortable with where you volunteer. Ask for information about the charity\'s programs, finances and governance.'
tips[23]='Many charities need help with fund raising and administrative activities.'
tips[24]='Retired business executives, attorneys, health professionals and other experts can help at certain charitable organizations.'
tips[25]='The Better Business Bureau may have information on file about the organization you\'re interested in.'
tips[26]='Think about how your hobbies could help those in need.'
tips[27]='Nonprofits seek those willing to learn new skills.'
tips[28]='Walk a dog at the local animal shelter.'
tips[29]='Interested in art? Volunteer at your local Museum or Art Gallery.'
tips[30]='Fall is here. Offer to rake leaves for an elderly neighbor.'
tips[31]='Offer your help with youth sports teams. Offer to coach or staff the concession stand.'
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