Week of Caring

Small Acts Create a Big Impact

United Way of Greater Knoxville Community Schools

September 9 – 13

Various Sponsorship Levels

Ranging from $1,000-$5,000

About the Week of Caring

We are excited to kick off this year’s United Way of Greater Knoxville’s (UWGK) campaign with the Week of Caring. This five-day event offers team building opportunities for companies both in-office and off-site that directly impact the immediate needs of our 16 local Community Schools.

With over 6,400 students served annually, Community Schools transforms a school into a space where educators, local community members, children and families unite to build a brighter future.

Your small act of kindness will create a ripple effect in your company and in your community. 

The Week of Caring is perfect for your company if you…

  • Value volunteerism and seek curated opportunities to make an immediate impact.
  • Want to offer meaningful team building experiences.
  • Seek to enhance employee benefits through volunteering.
  • Strive to build a strong, community-focused company culture.

Week of Caring Opportunities

Monday, 9/9: Supply Drives Kickoff
We’re kicking off the Week of Caring with supply drives for classroom cleaning supplies. Companies can host a drive throughout the week and wrap up on or before Friday, 9/13. Register your company for a supply drive here.

Tuesday, 9/10: Community Conversations
Join for an interactive event that connects you to the community. Learn how UWGK addresses community challenges through Community Schools, ask questions and learn how caring can create lasting change in our community.

Wednesday, 9/11: Kit Packing Day
Host an on-site Teacher Wellness kit packing project, the perfect team building activity. UWGK provides supplies, directions and sample messages to write in the personalized note included with each kit. Register your company for a kit packing project here.

Registration is required. Project date is flexible.

Thursday, 9/12: Day of Service at Community Schools
Bring a corporate volunteer team to lead an in-person service project at one of our Community Schools. All projects are unique to each school and created to meet their needs. Supplies are provided.

Space is limited. Priority registration for Week of Caring sponsors. Learn more about becoming a sponsor.

Friday, 9/13: Supply Drives Drop Off
Celebrate the achievements of the Week of Caring with coffee and smoothies. Teams can deliver supply drive items and any completed kit packing projects to UWGK.

Registration required. Schedule deliveries during regular business hours.

Ready to Get Started?

By participating in the Week of Caring, your company will not only make a lasting impact on our community but also benefit from enhanced brand visibility, improved employee engagement and valuable networking opportunities.

Sponsorship Levels

Gold Sponsor  |  $5,000

  • Premier Branding: Your company logo prominently displayed on all event materials, including Week of Caring shirts and the UWGK website.
  • Exclusive Recognition: Special acknowledgment during the Day of Service, Community Conversations and Supply Drives Drop Off.
  • VIP Participation: Priority registration for up to 40 Day of Service volunteers.
  • Impact Report: A detailed report showcasing the impact of your sponsorship and volunteer efforts.
  • Media Spotlights: A spotlight in the post-event news story and media release that highlights your company’s participation as a Gold Sponsor with your company logo. One featured social media post.
  • Professional Photography: Professional photographs during your Day of Service project.

Silver Sponsor  |  $2,500

  • Enhanced Branding: Your company logo featured on selected event materials and the UWGK website.
  • General Recognition: Mention during the Day of Service.
  • Preferred Participation: Priority registration for up to 20 Day of Service volunteers.
  • Impact Summary: A summary report highlighting the impact of your sponsorship and volunteer efforts.
  • Media Mentions: Your company name mentioned in the list of sponsors on the post-event news story, media release and social media.
  • Photography: Photographs taken during your Day of Service project.

Bronze Sponsors  |  $1,000

  • Basic Branding: Your company logo included on the UWGK website.
  • Participation: Priority registration for up to 10 Community Schools Day of Service volunteers.
  • Impact Summary: A summary report highlighting the impact of your sponsorship and volunteer efforts.
  • Media Mentions: Your company name mentioned in the list of sponsors on the post-event news story, media release and social media.

Event Sponsors

Gold

Bronze

Have a question?

Email our Senior Director of Corporate Engagement, Rebecca Darnell, at darnellr@unitedwayknox.org.

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More Ways to Get Involved

GIVE

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Find opportunities to share your time and talents with those who need it most.

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