United Way & Volunteer Services of Greater Yankton connects with community needs through various needs including but not limited to Day of Caring, Toys for Kids, Big Friend Little Friend, Big Red Bookshelf, Imagination Library, and more.

Hosted in September, Month of Caring gathers volunteers from businesses throughout the area to complete projects for non-profit organizations or individuals. Projects include, but not limited to: yard work, cleaning, light construction, painting, moving, fixing, organizing/filing, and sorting/packing. Project recipient options include private individuals (elderly, disabled, military personnel, etc.), United Way partner agencies, social welfare organizations, civic agencies (parks, schools), and private non-profit organizations and faith-based organizations.

Offers information and referral for community services. - Emergency services based on availability and qualifications for the following: Emergency short term lodging Gas / Transportation for out-of-town medical appointment or stranded motorist In-state one-way bus ticket Utility assistance electric, water, or gas with a disconnection notice Prescription / medications Clothing Personal hygiene items Formula Disposable diapers - Emergency food based on availability and qualifications, including the: BackPack food program Pierre and Ft. Pierre food pantry Senior food box program - Holiday meals ie. Thanksgiving Basket - package containing ingredients to make a meal along with a frozen turkey Volunteer opportunities Distributor of The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is provided by USDA through the State of South Dakota. Only requirement - individual must fall under TEFAP guidelines

Provides numerous educational and cultural experiences for youth and adults that include preservation of the historic G.A.R. Hall and the following arts enrichment programming: monthly gallery exhibits and lectures (free and open to the public); youth / adult art classes and programs including: kids studio, kids art camp, and artist unleashed; annual kids art fest; artists in residencies; annual summer concert series (12 concerts); annual high school art scholarships and educator scholarships; annual summer arts festival, and volunteer opportunities.