Do you want to do something good for the community but you’re just not sure how to do it?  The United Way of Central New York’s Day of Caring is happening Thursday August 4th where nonprofits from around the area will be teamed up with volunteers to make things happen. Karinda Shanes is the Regional and Executive Director of Hillside Work Scholarship and also on the board of the United Way of Central New York. You can sign up to volunteer for Hillside Work Scholarship and many non profits in the area at http://VolunteerCNY.org

East Syracuse based Clarity Clinical Research has joined Velocity Clinical Research and is now offering more clinical trial opportunities for Central New York. Kristen Stebbins is the site manager for the newly formed Velocity Clinical Research Syracuse. See more at http://VelocityClinical.com

The Gus Macker Three on Three Basketball Tournament for any age and any ability is back after two years! It’s being held at CNS High School on August 13th and 14th and will once again benefit The Canteen, a drop in teen center located next to CNS High School. Amy Crowley is their Youth Services Director. Sign up for the Gus Macker three on three Basketball Tournament at http://Macker.com