Be part of something meaningful. Help us celebrate the people who make our community stronger.
At United Way of the Lakeshore, we believe United is the Way to create lasting change. Our annual Heroes Celebration is a powerful evening dedicated to honoring the partners, volunteers, and frontline professionals who create ripple effects of impact across our community every single day.
We’re building a passionate, creative, and community-driven Planning Committee to help bring the 2026 Heroes Celebration to life—and we’d love for you to be part of it.
What You’ll Do
As a member of the Heroes Celebration Planning Committee, you’ll play a hands-on role in shaping an unforgettable event:
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Award Selection Support
Help review nominations and celebrate the individuals and organizations making a difference. -
Theme & Experience Design
Collaborate on event theme, décor, and overall guest experience. -
Fundraising Support
Assist in securing in-kind donations, sponsorships, and auction or raffle items. -
Promotion & Outreach
Share the event through your networks, social media, and community connections. -
Volunteer Coordination
Help recruit and guide event-day volunteers to ensure everything runs smoothly. -
Event-Day Leadership
Support registration, guest experience, setup/teardown, and overall flow of the event. -
Post-Event Wrap-Up
Assist with thank-you outreach and help us reflect on what worked well for future success.
Time Commitment
This is a flexible opportunity, with light involvement early on and increased engagement as the event approaches.
Committee members can expect:
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Periodic planning meetings (virtual and/or in-person)
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Optional subcommittee work based on your interests
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Active participation in the final weeks leading up to the event
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Availability on the day of the Heroes Celebration
Why Join the Committee?
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Make an Impact
Help recognize and uplift the individuals driving real change across Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana counties. -
Grow Your Skills
Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership, event planning, fundraising, and community engagement. -
Build Connections
Network with local leaders, businesses, and changemakers who care deeply about our community. -
Be Part of Something Bigger
Play a role in an event that celebrates the very best of what it means to Live United.
Who Should Apply?
We’re looking for individuals who are:
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Passionate about community impact
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Organized, creative, or well-connected (or all three!)
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Interested in events, fundraising, or volunteer leadership
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Ready to collaborate and bring ideas to the table
No prior experience required—just a willingness to jump in and make a difference.
Interested?
This is an interest-based opportunity, and we’ll follow up with next steps, committee structure, and meeting details.
