How to Submit a Project for HANDS ON GREENVILLE Day
⚠️ Important: You must be a registered nonprofit partner to host a project. Registration is free and approval typically takes one business day. Apply to become a nonprofit partner.
Step 1: Log In
- Access your Partner Portal by logging into HandsOn Connect.
- Select: “Return to Managing Opportunities” from the top right navigation bar.
Step 2: Create a Volunteer Opportunity
- Select Volunteer Opportunities (left sidebar)
- Select Create Volunteer Opportunity (top right)
Step 3: Complete Basic Setup
- Opportunity Name: Start with HOG 2026
Example: HOG 2026: Hygiene Kit Assembly - Schedule Type: Date & Time Specific
- Registration Type: Sign Up
Step 4: Write a Strong Project Description
This is what volunteers use to choose their project. Include:
- What volunteers will do
- Who it’s best suited for
- What to wear
- What to bring (if anything)
- What is provided
- Full address + parking details
- Rain plan (if outdoors)
- Required tools (if applicable)
Be clear. Be specific. Make it easy to say yes.
Step 5: Add Additional Details
Complete:
- Opportunity Coordinator (on-site contact)
- Location (add if not listed)
- Primary Impact Area
- Participant Age Requirements
- Maximum Attendance
- Outdoor Project + Rain Plan (if applicable)
🚨 Important
Under Volunteer Event, select: Hands On Greenville Day 2026
If this is not selected, your project will not appear on the HOG Day page.
Step 6: Schedule & Submit
- Click Next Page
- Enter Date: May 2, 2026
- Enter start and end time, 3–4 hours (end by noon)
- Click Create
What Happens Next?
Our team will review your submission and connect with you for a quick 15-minute check-in to ensure everything is set up for success. After that, your project will be published and open for volunteer registration.
Need Help?
Contact: Volunteer@unitedwaygc.org
We’re here to help you create a meaningful, well-organized HOG Day experience.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsoring Hands On Greenville Day is a powerful way to:
- Align your brand with community impact
- Engage your employees
- Increase visibility across Greenville County
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS FOR MAKING HANDS ON GREENVILLE DAY POSSIBLE:
Impact Sponsors
Community Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
Coastal Carolina National Bank (CCNB)
McMillan Pazdan Smith
Womble Bond Dickinson
