United Way of Parker County

06/12/2026

💎 Congratulations to Our 2025 GEM Award Recipient! 💎

At our Award Brunch & Campaign Kickoff, we had the privilege of recognizing Melanie Allen as the recipient of this year's GEM Award — Giving Excellence Meaning.

Melanie consistently goes above and beyond in support of United Way of Parker County's mission. Whether lending her time, talents, resources, or encouragement, she exemplifies what it means to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Her dedication to serving our community and her unwavering commitment to helping those in need have left a lasting impact on our organization and the countless individuals we serve.

Thank you, Melanie, for your generosity, leadership, and servant heart. We are incredibly grateful for all you do to help us create lasting change throughout Parker County.

Please join us in congratulating Melanie on this well-deserved recognition! 👏💙

06/11/2026

🚴‍♀️🍑 NURSES NEEDED! 🍑🚴‍♂️

Help keep our riders safe at the 38th Annual Peach Pedal!

We're looking for volunteer nurses to staff rest stops along the route on July 11.

❤️ Give back to the community
🚴 Support over 1,000 cyclists
📍 Various rest stop locations available

Interested? Send us a message today!

06/10/2026

Before the storms rolled in, we had the opportunity to gather and recognize some of the incredible people who make our work possible.

Today, we're excited to help celebrate our 2025 Volunteer of the Year, Jason Brown — better known throughout the community as "Santa"! 🎅

Jason's dedication, generosity, and willingness to step up whenever help is needed have made a lasting impact on United Way of Parker County and the people we serve. His servant heart and commitment to our community embody the very spirit of volunteerism.

Please join us in congratulating Jason on this well-deserved recognition and thanking him for the countless ways he gives back throughout the year. 👏❤️

06/08/2026

🌮🚚 Calling All Local Food Trucks! 🚚🌮

We have several exciting community events coming up and are looking for local food trucks that would like to participate!

If you serve great food, love connecting with the community, and are interested in setting up at one or more upcoming events, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you offer BBQ, tacos, burgers, coffee, desserts, shaved ice, or something unique, we are looking for a variety of vendors to help make these events a success.

📅 Multiple event opportunities available
📍 Local community events
📧 Interested? Send us a message or comment below with your business name and contact information.

Please help us spread the word by tagging your favorite local food trucks!

🍔🌭🌮🍦☕️

06/08/2026

🚴‍♀️🍑 Looking for a way to get involved in our community? We'd love your help! 🍑🚴‍♂️

The 38th Annual Peach Pedal is just around the corner, and we're looking for volunteers to help make this year's event a success!

Whether you're an individual, family, church group, civic organization, sports team, or just someone who enjoys supporting a great cause, we have a place for you. Volunteer opportunities include:

✅ Registration & packet pickup
✅ Route support and rider check-in
✅ Rest stop assistance
✅ Event setup and cleanup
✅ Cheer squads and rider encouragement

No cycling experience required—just a willingness to help and have fun!

Peach Pedal is one of our largest fundraisers of the year, and it takes an amazing team of volunteers to keep our riders safe, hydrated, and smiling along the route.

Interested in joining us on July 11? Comment below, send us a message, or sign up here: https://www.unitedwayparkercounty.org/volunteer-1

Help us make this year's Peach Pedal the best one yet! 💙🍑

06/08/2026

💙 It takes a community to make a difference.

The Senior Center relies on the generosity of supporters like you to help provide programs, activities, and resources that enrich the lives of local seniors.

We are currently accepting donations and gift cards, which can be mailed or dropped off at:
📍 1225 Holland Lake Dr.
Weatherford, TX 76086

Thank you for helping us create a place where seniors can connect, thrive, and feel at home. ✨

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Save the date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026!

TxDOT is hosting an open house to discuss I-20 Frontage Roads from FM 2552 to East Bankhead Highway.

You can scan the QR code on their flyer for project details, watch a recorded presentation, and provide feedback either in-person at the open house or digitally.

Our TxDOT Regional team wants to hear from the community. Let's all show up and support the team as they work on our behalf to ease traffic congestion and create the safest transportation avenues for our families.

06/04/2026

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06/02/2026

☕️ Thank You Ironworks Coffee for believing in our mission and supporting us this month!

🛑 Stop by and grab this peachy goodness any day in the month of June and give to United Way Parker County!

Starting June 1st, our new summer Peaches & Cream Lotus will officially become our seasonal Cause Latte 🍑🤍

Not only is it the PERFECT summer drink, but every single one sold will help support United Way of Parker County and the incredible work they do right here in our community!

This refreshing Lotus is topped with sweet cream and a peach drizzle for the perfect blend of sweet, fruity summer goodness. ☀️🍑

They continuously show up for Parker County in big ways, and we’re honored to partner with them this month! So if you needed an excuse to try the Peaches & Cream Lotus… this is it.

Good drinks supporting good people. That’s what community is all about.