Big Problems Call for Bold Goals
It is not about short-term charity, it is about lasting change.
Our United Way of Marion County is committed to tackling the root causes of our community’s most challenging problems, implementing and supporting innovative strategies and ambitious visions of our future. Our Bold Goals are a collective vision for making our region stronger for everyone who calls it home.
Improve Early Childhood Development
Our United Way fights for early childhood literacy, positive mentorship opportunities, and higher graduation rates.
Healthy, Vibrant Neighborhoods
Our United Way advocates for safe and affordable housing, increased quality of life, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Enhance Leadership & Workforce Development
Our United Way supports leadership and workforce development programs that create sustainable employment and forge the path to self-sufficiency.
Featured Partners
Mobile Meals
Mobile Meals of Marion County
Mobile Meals delivers a hot, nutritious meal daily, Monday through Friday, to residents in Marion and surrounding communities. Meals are prepared locally and can be tailored for specific dietary needs.
Tel.740.382.1818
Job Readiness
Marion Goodwill Industries
Job readiness training at Marion Goodwill Industries helps participants understand workplace etiquette and employer expectations. Participants also learn how to conduct an effective job search and develop the skills required in their respective career fields.
Marion Allocation Committee
Comprised of dedicated volunteers representing a diverse range of community organizations, the Marion Allocation Committee is an integral component of our application and allocation process, helping to determine United Way funded partners and programs each year. The committee members review all funding applications, meet to discuss and evaluate applications, and recommend programs and funding amounts to the United Way Governing Board for final approval.
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United Way of North Central Ohio sees decline in donations
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United Way officials say since the 2016 campaign, the fundraising goal has decreased 24 percent and the amount pledged has decreased by 20 percent.
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Heart of Ohio Homeless Shelter
The Shelter needs your help! We’re looking for donations to help aid our clients directly and support the business office. The shelter can always use non-perishable foods (boxed dinners, cann...
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You Can Help Break the Cycle of #DomesticViolence. Here's How. | United Way Worldwide
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October is domestic violence awareness month. But we don’t talk about the problem nearly enough, in part because victims struggle to overcome their circumstances and can experience so much pain ...
Marion collaboration works to improve housing crisis
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Marion Public Health works with tenants and landlords to address housing issues.
Briefs: Sewer work to close two Marion roads on Monday
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News in brief from in and around Marion County.FYI, the link you used is about sewer repairs
Yay....woot woot Kristyne Knoch Ramsey.. way to go!
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United Way Workplace Campaign
Live United!
The United Way Workplace Campaign unites employees in all offices or branches of a company, and gives them an opportunity to donate, volunteer and speak out for causes that matter to them. You can see the results in your own backyard, even as you’re part of a larger mission to affect change worldwide.
Employers who participate in workplace campaigns find benefits beyond the immediate impact in the community, including more engaged employees and an enhanced spirit of corporate volunteerism.
Workplace Campaign Toolkit
We appreciate the efforts of local businesses and organizations in supporting and administering United Way Workplace Campaigns and are committed to doing everything we can to support each Campaign Coordinator based on the individual needs of their workplace. Available support includes interactive in-person training, annual Campaign Coordinator Luncheon, shared guidance and encouragement from experienced Coordinators, employee engagement support, and United Way staff support and marketing materials.
Our Commitment to Transparency
In an effort to remain accountable to our investors, United Way of North Central Ohio serving Crawford, Marion, & Wyandot Counties is as transparent as possible with its financial records. Our annual audit is conducted by an independent CPA and is available below along with our annual IRS Tax Form 990. Our most recent Annual Reports to our investors are also archived below. We strive to ensure your investment has maximum impact in our community.
United Way of North Central Ohio continues to meet all twenty Standards for Charitable Accountability established by the Better Business Bureau.
