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Saturday, October 24, 2009

Make a Difference Day started with the realization that every year, our elderly and disabled neighbors worried about how their lawns would get raked. Residents in Marathon County vowed to make a difference and give these residents peace of mind by raking their yards in preparation for winter.

United Way Volunteer Connection wants to expand that desire to help to include more than just raking. Make a Difference Day has become a community event for everyone to get involved in a variety of ways to help others and meet multiple needs of Marathon County residents. Projects taking place at the National Guard Armory in Wausau on Make a Difference Day include:

	Leaf Raking and Hauling Leaves to the Waste Site. Rake yards for the elderly, frail or disabled who do not have family to help them. If you have a truck or trailer, take bagged leaves to a yard waste site. Register yourself or your group in advance - see links at the right. Spontaneous volunteers are also welcome the day of the event. Pre-registered and spontaneous volunteers should arrive between 8-9 AM at the Armory to receive raking assignments.
	Filling a Food Pantry. Bring in non-perishable food items to help feed neighbors in need. 8:00 AM - Noon at the Armory
	Donating New or Clean Outerwear. Supply winter outerwear through the Kiwanis' Coats for Kids collection and see that youngsters and their families are prepared for the upcoming winter. 8:00 AM - Noon at the Armory
	Back 2 Basics Drive. Donate toiletries to be given to local non profits who serve those living in shelters or transitional housing who are in need of these basic necessities. 8:00 AM - Noon at the Armory