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JOIN US FOR 518 DAY

presented by CDPHP

Monday, May 18, 2026

Each year, United Way of the Greater Capital Region brings the community together for 518 Day—a region-wide day of volunteerism supporting dozens of local nonprofits and community-based organizations. We’re proud to announce CDPHP as this year’s presenting sponsor. Join hundreds of volunteers from across the Capital Region on May 18 (hence, 518 Day) as we give back and celebrate the spirit of philanthropy that strengthens our communities.

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This mission-driven day brings together organizations and community partners through meaningful, hands-on projects and we want to work with you. 518 Day is the region's largest day of volunteerism in service to our Capital Region community.

Thank you to our 30+ Capital Region community-based organizations who submitted a 518 Day project!

Volunteer Opportunities

Find volunteer-friendly projects that can be completed in a single day and make a clear impact for a local organization.

This year's projects include:

Outdoor cleanups and beautification projects
Packing, sorting, or organizing nonprofit/community office spaces
Painting or light facility improvements
Organizing donations or supplies
Administrative prep/support projects (appropriate for volunteers)

Form a 518 Day Team!

Want to make an even bigger Impact?

518 Day's presenting sponsor, CDPHP is hosting their annual Workforce Team Challenge on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

Community Challenge

For every 518 Day volunteer who is also registered for the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge, United Way of the Greater Capital Region will donate $10 to the event’s Charities of Choice – up to $10,000 total.

That means your time and energy will help amplify support for organizations making a real difference right here at home. Whether you prefer outdoor projects or organizing donations, there’s a volunteer opportunity for everyone.

If you’re in, simply check the box on the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge registration form to indicate your interest in participating in 518 Day and our team will reach out to your team!

Sign-Up for the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge

Your community needs you—not just on one day, but every day!

Stay involved all year long by discovering meaningful volunteer opportunities anytime through United Way's United to Volunteer platform. Explore ways to give back and get involved today! Follow us on social media and join our mailing list to get the latest updates on volunteer opportunities, sponsorships, and ways to get involved.

Questions?

For help with the 518 Day RFP, sponsorship opportunities, or your United to Volunteer profile, contact us at 518day@unitedwaygcr.org.

To join 518 Day as a sponsor, please contact Heather-Liz Meglino at HeatherLiz@unitedwaygcr.org

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