While spring may seem so far away, the United Way of Gloucester County has already scheduled its inaugural "Spring into Action" 5K race.
With frigid temperatures and incessant snowfall, it's somewhat difficult to believe spring will be here soon. Although throwing on a pair of shorts and lacing up the running shoes may be the last thing on some peoples’ minds, the United Way in Gloucester County has already opened registration on this year’s “Spring into Action” 5K Race and Fun Walk. Kicking off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, the event will feature a professionally managed 5K race and one-mile fun walk course. In addition, games and activities will also be held for all children. The 5K will be held at West Deptford Park, located behind the industrial park off of Metropolitan Parkway. Those who wish to register can do so by downloading a form or by registering online for $…
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Starting Feb. 4, residents can schedule an appointment for free assistance with income tax returns in Thorofare.
Need a little help with those pesky income tax returns? Good news—starting Feb. 4 households with low or moderate incomes can get free filing assistance. The program is a combined effort through the United Way of Gloucester County and AARP. The United Way office—located in Thorofare—is one of six buildings in Gloucester County that will have an on-hand AARP volunteer to assist Gloucester County residents in the filing process. All volunteers have been trained and passed the Internal Revenue Service’s tax preparer’s certification test. Going into its fourth year, the program helped more than 1,700 taxpayers and saved them nearly $250,000 in filing fees in 2012. Each site will offer free online tax filling to help expedite the process. Due …
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The United Way of Gloucester County is looking for area employers to help sponsor this year's Gloucester County Cares About Food Drive.
The United Way of Gloucester County, will hold its eighth annual Gloucester County Cares About Food Drive during the week of Feb. 18 and needs help from local businesses. The United Way is currently looking for area companies and employers to set up collections among their employees. There were 63 employers who participated in last year's drive, with donations amounting to more than 23,000 pounds of food. This year, the United Way is especially asking for donations of the following items: canned tuna, salmon, chicken, ham and corned beef, whole grain breakfast cereals, oatmeal, peanut butter, beans (canned or dry), all types of canned soups, stews, fruits and vegetables, rice, pastas, macaroni and cheese dinners, pancake and pudding mixes…
