250 volunteers are needed for iRead iCount, a new literacy and math program that was piloted at four Champaign elementary schools earlier this spring.
Have Large Stuff to Donate? Dump & Run Offers Free Pickup Service
How to get your unwanted furniture and bikes to be picked up for free by the University YMCA’s Dump & Run sale. And much more about how to get involved.
United Way Acquires Champaign’s Bottom Line Diaper Bank
The Bottom Line Diaper Bank, started five years ago by a Champaign mother and daughter, has moved under the auspices of the United Way of Champaign County.
Program to Elevate Literacy in Champaign Schools Seeks Book Donations, Volunteers
A Champaign initiative that helps local children improve literacy skills seeks donations of gently used, age-appropriate books for early readers.
Mansfield Mom Honors Daughter’s Memory with Free Swim Lessons to Save Lives
After losing her daughter in an accidental drowning in 2009, Lisa Berry started Swim for Bug- an annual fundraiser that promotes water safety awareness in the community and raises money to provide swim lessons for children.