United Way brings communities together to find strength and share hope. It’s the way we rally in hard times to meet people’s needs so they can rise back up and build a better future.
Date:04/02/2026 -
Agency:Coates, Inc.
Coates Inc. is looking for guest speakers to come and talk to our students about their career journey!
What You’ll Do:
Share your career journey (including pivots & lessons learned)
Explain required education or training
Discuss salary ranges and growth potential
Answer honest student questions
Commitment:One 1.5–2 hour session during the school year.
Coates Inc. will coordinate with you based on your availability!
Share Your Real College Experience - Are you currently enrolled in a 2-year, 4-year, trade, or graduate program? High school students need to hear from someone who’s actually living it.
Share why you chose your college
Talk about classes, campus life, and time management
Offer honest advice on choosing the right fit
Answer student questions
Commitment:1–2 speaking sessions per semester (virtual or in-person)
When you share your real college experience, you help a student choose the right path — while strengthening your leadership and communication skills.
Date:03/26/2026 -
Coates Inc. is looking for event volunteers to help with our 2026 Coates & Corks Wine Festival Fundraiser!
Assist with event planning & logistics
Support vendor coordination
Help with marketing outreach
Manage check-in and event flow
Assist with setup & teardown
Commitment:3 hours per month via zoom (Feb–Aug) + event day support for 12–20 hours total for the Coates & Corks Wine Festival Fundraiser at the Gary Bathing Beach Aquatorium on Miller Beach.
When you help bring our events to life, you fuel scholarships and mentorship for Lake County students.
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