What's New

Below you will find a listing of news, current events, campaign updates, conference information and volunteer information. Newest items are listed first.

41st Annual Meat Animal Sale Benefits Food Bank

The Sheboygan County Fair will host the annual Meat Animal Sale Thursday, September 1st at the Coliseum. Purchasers can enjoy dinner at 5:30 pm before the auction begins at 7:00 pm. This is the second year purchasers can donate meat to local food pantries through the Sheboygan and Plymouth Area United Way. Last year six hogs and one steer were donated, processed and distributed to Sheboygan County food pantries. Funds raised by the event go to a scholarship/education fund for those pursuing agricultural education and to livestock area improvements for the fair grounds.

The Meat Animal Sale has been able to provide many scholarships throughout the years feeding the minds of students preparing for their future in agriculture. Now, purchasers can help feed the community thorough their animal donation to local food pantries. The Meat Animal Sale will continue to impact students and our community in positive ways for years to come. For more information on attending the sale/dinner, or for event details, feel free to contact Jeff Rortvedt at (920) 946-0797.

Race for United Way Wrap Up

The first Race for United Way was a success. Sunday, June 26 was a gorgeous day and the drivers had a blast! Congratulations to the following teams:

Top Teams: Sargento, The Benefit Companies – Live United Team #1
Top Drivers: Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce, The Benefit Companies – Live United Team #1
Spectators Choice: Early Bird Rotary – The 5-Way Testers
He Who Laps Last: Group 66 Gals, Kohler Credit Union – Team KCU

Thank you to all who participated, Salvation Army for foodservice, the Light Shine Youth Ministries Group for beverages and floats, Road America and Tom Bartz for his volunteer efforts for the event. We hope to see you all again next year. Read more about our youngest supporter of the Race for United Way,15-year old Jeffrey Bartz.

Job Seekers Networking Group

If you are underemployed or unemployed and looking for a job, consider this FREE networking group to sharpen your skills. Each meeting includes guest speakers that provide information and group exercises to develop valuable job search and networking skills. The group meets every Wednesday at 6:00 pm at the Sheboygan and Plymouth Area United Way, 2020 Erie Avenue in Sheboygan (lower level). View the Schedule. For more information, contact the United Way.

2-1-1 Presentations

United Way 2-1-1 provides access to health and human services, giving callers an opportunity to volunteer or find help and serves as a hub for community information in times of disaster. 2-1-1 is accessible 24/7 and available at no cost to all residents in Sheboygan County.

United Way 2-1-1 informational presentations to companies and organizations are available through the Sheboygan and Plymouth Area United Way by calling (920) 458-3425.

Translation services and TDD access (920-954-7202) are available. United Way 2-1-1 service is free and confidential through services provided to Sheboygan and Plymouth Area United Way by United Way Fox Cities 2-1-1. Their website is accessible at www.211now.org or visit the United Way Fox Cities 2-1-1 Facebook page for more information on 2-1-1 services.

Bilingual Directory

The Hispanic Task Group has made available a 15 page bilingual resource directory listing information on Sheboygan County Health and Human Services programs. Information on the directory appears in Spanish on the left and English on the right. View the Hispanic Resource Directory.

Contact our office with comments or concerns, (920) 458-3425.

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