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  Operation Toy Lift 2024 was an overwhelming success, and we are thrilled to share the positive impact it had on our community. Thanks to the incredible efforts of our volunteers, local organizations, and the generous contributions from our community, we were able to assist numerous families in need through our agencies and local nonprofits this holiday season. Thank you …

The Island of Misfit Toys is the perfect metaphor for exactly how the Ohio Valley functions, that people (or toys) can accomplish great things despite their differences especially when they work together. We love our community and could not do what we do without our neighbors continued support. The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley was honored to be …

  Last week, we had our 2024 Building a Better Community Breakfast where we honored Todd Cover of Belmont Savings Bank! The event was a great success with over 150 attendees! We gave out 3 Outstanding Volunteer Awards, the top 3 Corporate Champions, the top 3 Employee Champions, The Ogden Nutting Community Service Award, and of course, our Building a …

Operation Toy Lift will be held on December 7th from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Ohio Valley Mall! This great cause is a joint partnership between the Wheeling Police Department and the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office. If you would like to donate at the event, we can accept new unwrapped toys, gift cards, and monetary donations. After the event, all …

  The Highlands Sports Spooktacular was a success! Thank you to the Highlands Sports Complex for hosting and organizing such a wonderful event!   Congratulations to Longhorn Steak House for winning best vendor table and to The Joker, E.T., and Doodlebob for winning best costumes for the costume contest!   Volunteers  Thank you to all of our volunteers for running …

We are thrilled to share that we have completed all the requirements from United Way Worldwide!   United Way United Way is active in 95% of U.S. communities and extends its reach to over 1,100 communities in 37 countries and territories worldwide. We unite individuals to create stronger, more equitable communities where everyone can thrive. With 11.5 million volunteers, 6.8 …

    United Way Day is October 8th at Family Service of the Upper Ohio Valley from 10:00am-12:00pm! It is a day to learn about your local nonprofits, the services available to you, employment opportunities, and more! For more information, please contact our Marketing & Outreach Coordinator, Adriana Collelo.     Are you looking for a place to donate money to …

The Highlands Sports Spooktacular is October 23rd from 5:00-8:00PM at the Highlands Sports Complex! 🎃 All proceeds benefit the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley! Enjoy trick or treating, delicious food, music, and a costume contest! Event Tickets: Tickets are $5 (+ tax) per person until October 13th After October 13th, tickets are $10 (+ tax) per person. Tickets …

Our Building a Better Community Breakfast is November 14th at Wheeling Island Hotel-Racetrack-and Casino! This year, we are honoring Todd Cover of Belmont Savings Bank! Todd’s title is impressive –– but what’s more impressive is how he’s both approachable and down-to-earth. His extensive background in banking, his passion for the community, and the way he cares about people helped mold …

    Throughout August, we had the incredible opportunity to support local communities by distributing shoes across Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, Tyler, and Belmont counties. In total, we served 461 families, providing over 1,000 children with brand-new pairs of shoes just in time for the new school year. This effort was truly a community-wide endeavor, and we couldn’t have …