Thank you for investing

Why invest in United Way? The United Way Caring Club®

We’re Efficient New for 2007
in your community...
Volunteers are at the heart of United Way decision-
it’s what matters. making. As a result, fund-raising and administrative The United Ways of Defiance, Fulton, Henry and
costs are held to a minimum, making your gift work as
Williams counties have partnered in a special
hard as you do.
promotion for this fall’s campaign. This exciting
donor program will recognize those who contribute
We’re Effective $120 or more each year.
United Way touches the lives of more than 14,000
Williams County residents each year. Clearly, no other Club members will receive a personalized card for
organization helps so many people in so many ways. discounted food, entertainment, goods or services
at merchants throughout the four-county area.
We’re Accountable
Annually, independent audits of the United Way and
its agencies are conducted and analyzed. In fact,
everything we do is governed by an active board and
standing committees.
2007 Executive Committee UN
ITE
We’re Local Cari D W
ng C AY
President/Strategic Planning
Vice President
Mark Miller
Ryan Thompson
We serve people all over Williams County: Bryan, lub ®
Edgerton, Edon, Holiday City, Montpelier, Pioneer, memb
er
Secretary Jennifer Benner Stryker, West Unity and in between. Chances are
Treasurer/Finance Rob Vogelsong United Way has helped you or someone you know. Valid
Through
1/31/
09
2007 Campaign Chairs Dave and Cindy Castor
Funds Distribution Mike Winzeler We Get Results
Marketing Vickie Zippay
The amount of money raised and distributed is not the Membership Requirements
Program Heather Teegarden
only measure of results that matter. It matters that lives
Chief Executive Officer Chris Malanga are improved in Williams County every day!
• Make a contribution of $120 or more
to the United Way general fund
Sharing in what matters Low Overhead + Results =
• Provide your home address for mailing
of the cards.

Fund Raising Management & General

8% 10%
United Way
of Williams County The cards will be mailed at the end of January and
are good until January 31, 2009. Discounts will
be listed on the Caring Club® web site and will be
228 S. Main Street updated continuously.
P.O. Box 525
Bryan, OH 43506
If you have questions, please contact the United
Phone: 419-636-8603 Way office at 419-636-8603.
Fax: 419-636-7306

wecare@unitedwaywc.org
Caring Club® Web Site
www.unitedwaywc.org Program Services
82%
www.caringclub.info
For more information on the United Way of Williams County,
Front cover design by Chrissy Underwood
visit our web site at www.unitedwaywc.org.

2007 Brochure.indd 1 7/16/07 11:09:34 AM

 Thank you for investing
Why invest in United Way? The United Way Caring Club®
We’re Efficient New for 2007
in your community...
Volunteers are at the heart of United Way decision-
it’s what matters. making. As a result, fund-raising and administrative The United Ways of Defiance, Fulton, Henry and
costs are held to a minimum, making your gift work as
Williams counties have partnered in a special
hard as you do.
promotion for this fall’s campaign. This exciting
donor program will recognize those who contribute
We’re Effective $120 or more each year.
United Way touches the lives of more than 14,000
Williams County residents each year. Clearly, no other Club members will receive a personalized card for
organization helps so many people in so many ways. discounted food, entertainment, goods or services
at merchants throughout the four-county area.
We’re Accountable
Annually, independent audits of the United Way and
its agencies are conducted and analyzed. In fact,
everything we do is governed by an active board and
standing committees.
2007 Executive Committee UN
ITE
We’re Local Cari D W
ng C AY
President/Strategic Planning
Vice President
Mark Miller
Ryan Thompson
We serve people all over Williams County: Bryan, lub ®
Edgerton, Edon, Holiday City, Montpelier, Pioneer, memb
er
Secretary Jennifer Benner Stryker, West Unity and in between. Chances are
Treasurer/Finance Rob Vogelsong United Way has helped you or someone you know. Valid
Through
1/31/
09
2007 Campaign Chairs Dave and Cindy Castor
Funds Distribution Mike Winzeler We Get Results
Marketing Vickie Zippay
The amount of money raised and distributed is not the Membership Requirements
Program Heather Teegarden
only measure of results that matter. It matters that lives
Chief Executive Officer Chris Malanga are improved in Williams County every day!
• Make a contribution of $120 or more
to the United Way general fund
Sharing in what matters Low Overhead + Results =
• Provide your home address for mailing
of the cards.

Fund Raising Management & General

8% 10%
United Way
of Williams County The cards will be mailed at the end of January and
are good until January 31, 2009. Discounts will
be listed on the Caring Club® web site and will be
228 S. Main Street updated continuously.
P.O. Box 525
Bryan, OH 43506
If you have questions, please contact the United
Phone: 419-636-8603 Way office at 419-636-8603.
Fax: 419-636-7306

wecare@unitedwaywc.org
Caring Club® Web Site
www.unitedwaywc.org Program Services
82%
www.caringclub.info
For more information on the United Way of Williams County,
Front cover design by Chrissy Underwood
visit our web site at www.unitedwaywc.org.

2007 Brochure.indd 1 7/16/07 11:09:34 AM

 Thank you for investing
Why invest in United Way? The United Way Caring Club®
We’re Efficient New for 2007
in your community...
Volunteers are at the heart of United Way decision-
it’s what matters. making. As a result, fund-raising and administrative The United Ways of Defiance, Fulton, Henry and
costs are held to a minimum, making your gift work as
Williams counties have partnered in a special
hard as you do.
promotion for this fall’s campaign. This exciting
donor program will recognize those who contribute
We’re Effective $120 or more each year.
United Way touches the lives of more than 14,000
Williams County residents each year. Clearly, no other Club members will receive a personalized card for
organization helps so many people in so many ways. discounted food, entertainment, goods or services
at merchants throughout the four-county area.
We’re Accountable
Annually, independent audits of the United Way and
its agencies are conducted and analyzed. In fact,
everything we do is governed by an active board and
standing committees.
2007 Executive Committee UN
ITE
We’re Local Cari D W
ng C AY
President/Strategic Planning
Vice President
Mark Miller
Ryan Thompson
We serve people all over Williams County: Bryan, lub ®
Edgerton, Edon, Holiday City, Montpelier, Pioneer, memb
er
Secretary Jennifer Benner Stryker, West Unity and in between. Chances are
Treasurer/Finance Rob Vogelsong United Way has helped you or someone you know. Valid
Through
1/31/
09
2007 Campaign Chairs Dave and Cindy Castor
Funds Distribution Mike Winzeler We Get Results
Marketing Vickie Zippay
The amount of money raised and distributed is not the Membership Requirements
Program Heather Teegarden
only measure of results that matter. It matters that lives
Chief Executive Officer Chris Malanga are improved in Williams County every day!
• Make a contribution of $120 or more
to the United Way general fund
Sharing in what matters Low Overhead + Results =
• Provide your home address for mailing
of the cards.

Fund Raising Management & General

8% 10%
United Way
of Williams County The cards will be mailed at the end of January and
are good until January 31, 2009. Discounts will
be listed on the Caring Club® web site and will be
228 S. Main Street updated continuously.
P.O. Box 525
Bryan, OH 43506
If you have questions, please contact the United
Phone: 419-636-8603 Way office at 419-636-8603.
Fax: 419-636-7306

wecare@unitedwaywc.org
Caring Club® Web Site
www.unitedwaywc.org Program Services
82%
www.caringclub.info
For more information on the United Way of Williams County,
Front cover design by Chrissy Underwood
visit our web site at www.unitedwaywc.org.

2007 Brochure.indd 1 7/16/07 11:09:34 AM


Caring for People in Crisis
American Red Cross 419-636-3449
Aid to Military Families is the contact between the military and the
service person’s family in times of need. Family Disaster Service
gives victims of local disasters the basic necessities.
Community Compassion 419-633-1125
A ministry of concerned Christians who provide help with food,
prescriptions, utilities, rent and other emergency needs.
First Call For Help, Inc. 2-1-1
Information and Referral Service provides information about
resources in Williams County and referrals for services through a
toll free number, walk-in, and via the internet.
Helping Hands Food Pantry 419-485-5575
Christian-based food pantry that provides food and education on
nutrition, budgeting and parenting skills.
HELP Inc. 419-636-7199
Direct assistance program helps individuals with food, utilities,
rent, and prescriptions among other needs.
Northwest Ohio Community Action (NOCAC) 419-636-4924
Emergency Relief Fund provides assistance to low income
residents with rent, utilities, prescriptions and emergency needs.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 419-592-0337
Volunteer program promotes volunteerism for seniors by means
of education, recruitment, referral and placement.
Salvation Army 419-636-1790
Provides temporary emergency assistance to families in crisis.
Sanctuary of Williams County 419-636-2460
Provides temporary housing for families that are in domestic or
financial crisis.
Williams Co. Assn. for Mentally Handicapped 419-485-8331
Camping Program provides adults with mental and/or physical
disabilities a camping experience in a therapeutic setting.
2007 Brochure.indd 2
What is it that matters to you?
Empowering Families Helping Our Kids Grow Health and Well-Being
Center for Child and Family Advocacy 419-592-0540 Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Ohio 419-636-1092 American Red Cross 419-636-3449
House of Ruth provides a safe place for victims of domestic One to One Mentoring matches adult volunteers with children Bloodmobiles ensure an adequate supply of blood. Health and
violence and their children. Counseling programs for victims and from single parent homes to build strong relationships. Safety Training offers CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Water Safety
perpetrators of child sexual abuse and family domestic violence. Instructor training at public pools and the YMCA.
Boy Scouts, Black Swamp Area Council 800-686-4220
Families and Schools Together (FAST) 419-636-9348 Program for school-aged youth to instill traditional values, Cancer Assistance of Williams County 419-636-0079
Evidence-based program which provides parent education, enhance leadership skills, and develop awareness and Financial support and counseling to Williams County cancer patients.
enhances family functioning and improves communication citizenship.
between parent and child. FAST empowers parents to be the Community Health Professionals 800-637-5371
preventive agent in their child’s life and meet the physical, mental Girl Scouts of Maumee Valley Council 800-860-4516 Hospice The Caring Way provides medical, personal, and spiritual
and emotional needs of their child. UW dollars will allow this Youth program fosters self-esteem, leadership, values and ethics care to the terminally ill and support and bereavement care to the
program to be implemented in the North Central Middle School. so girls can achieve their full potential. patient’s families.
Four County Family Center 800-693-6000 Community Pregnancy Centers of NW Ohio 419-636-5691
Family Matters Program works with juvenile offenders and involves United Way “Let Me Play” Fund 419-636-8603 Free services include pregnancy testing, information on options,
the entire family in an effort to prevent additional court involvement Participation scholarships to all area recreation programs with material assistance, counseling, post-abortion support groups,
or removal from the home. the goal of allowing all youth the opportunity to take part. abstinence education, limited ultrasound and STD testing, and more.
Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. 800-544-7369 Compassion Medical Clinic 419-630-0313
Provides free legal services in civil matters to individuals and Provides free medical care to those who make under 200% of the
groups who, due to their limited financial resources, cannot afford Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Federal Poverty Guidelines with no insurance.
to hire a private attorney and seek effective resolution of their legal
problems. Children enrolled in this program Epilepsy Center of NW Ohio 800-589-5958
receive a new book delivered to Helps individuals affected by epilepsy to successfully cope with the
Lutheran Social Services 800-577-8629 their home each month for the first disorder and live a satisfying and productive life.
Christian agency provides counseling to help clients attain a higher
five years of their life. The program
level of physical, emotional, and spiritual functioning. Kidney Foundation, Williams County Chapter 866-648-2147
fosters learning, appreciation of
Services offered include mileage reimbursement, assistance with
Potter’s Hands Restoration Center 419-485-8050
books, and encourages parents to non-covered medications and public education.
Drug and alcohol regeneration program for males 18 and older. read to their children.
Williams County Family YMCA 419-636-6185
Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio, Inc. 419-924-2029 The Dollywood Foundation The ACCESS Membership Program offers the YMCA to families
Fresh Start home is a state certified treatment house that serves provides the books with a minimal regardless of their ability to pay.
chemically dependent men. Serenity Haven is a women’s cost of $30 per year per child to the
residential program for recovery from substance abuse. United Way. Children must reside in Williams County. Women and Family Services, Inc. 419-636-8395
Family Planning Program provides information about
Shalom Ministries 1-866-636-2957 Consider designating $30 or more of your gift to the contraception, abstinence, screening for STDs, detection for
VORP Program is an alternative made available to judges and Imagination Library and sponsor a child for the program. cervical and breast cancer, pregnancy testing and counseling.
probation officers where offenders and victims have a chance to If you’d like to enroll your child or grandchild, or just Child Assault Prevention Program provides workshops for youth,
work out problems and find healing and reconciliation want more information on the program, please visit parents and school staff.
unitedwaywc.org or call 419-636-8603.
Williams County Habitat for Humanity 419-636-9093
Housing program builds simple but decent homes in partnership United Way
with local families and the community. of Williams County
7/16/07 11:09:44 AM

Caring for People in Crisis
American Red Cross 419-636-3449
Aid to Military Families is the contact between the military and the
service person’s family in times of need. Family Disaster Service
gives victims of local disasters the basic necessities.
Community Compassion 419-633-1125
A ministry of concerned Christians who provide help with food,
prescriptions, utilities, rent and other emergency needs.
First Call For Help, Inc. 2-1-1
Information and Referral Service provides information about
resources in Williams County and referrals for services through a
toll free number, walk-in, and via the internet.
Helping Hands Food Pantry 419-485-5575
Christian-based food pantry that provides food and education on
nutrition, budgeting and parenting skills.
HELP Inc. 419-636-7199
Direct assistance program helps individuals with food, utilities,
rent, and prescriptions among other needs.
Northwest Ohio Community Action (NOCAC) 419-636-4924
Emergency Relief Fund provides assistance to low income
residents with rent, utilities, prescriptions and emergency needs.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 419-592-0337
Volunteer program promotes volunteerism for seniors by means
of education, recruitment, referral and placement.
Salvation Army 419-636-1790
Provides temporary emergency assistance to families in crisis.
Sanctuary of Williams County 419-636-2460
Provides temporary housing for families that are in domestic or
financial crisis.
Williams Co. Assn. for Mentally Handicapped 419-485-8331
Camping Program provides adults with mental and/or physical
disabilities a camping experience in a therapeutic setting.
2007 Brochure.indd 2
What is it that matters to you?
Empowering Families Helping Our Kids Grow Health and Well-Being
Center for Child and Family Advocacy 419-592-0540 Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Ohio 419-636-1092 American Red Cross 419-636-3449
House of Ruth provides a safe place for victims of domestic One to One Mentoring matches adult volunteers with children Bloodmobiles ensure an adequate supply of blood. Health and
violence and their children. Counseling programs for victims and from single parent homes to build strong relationships. Safety Training offers CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Water Safety
perpetrators of child sexual abuse and family domestic violence. Instructor training at public pools and the YMCA.
Boy Scouts, Black Swamp Area Council 800-686-4220
Families and Schools Together (FAST) 419-636-9348 Program for school-aged youth to instill traditional values, Cancer Assistance of Williams County 419-636-0079
Evidence-based program which provides parent education, enhance leadership skills, and develop awareness and Financial support and counseling to Williams County cancer patients.
enhances family functioning and improves communication citizenship.
between parent and child. FAST empowers parents to be the Community Health Professionals 800-637-5371
preventive agent in their child’s life and meet the physical, mental Girl Scouts of Maumee Valley Council 800-860-4516 Hospice The Caring Way provides medical, personal, and spiritual
and emotional needs of their child. UW dollars will allow this Youth program fosters self-esteem, leadership, values and ethics care to the terminally ill and support and bereavement care to the
program to be implemented in the North Central Middle School. so girls can achieve their full potential. patient’s families.
Four County Family Center 800-693-6000 Community Pregnancy Centers of NW Ohio 419-636-5691
Family Matters Program works with juvenile offenders and involves United Way “Let Me Play” Fund 419-636-8603 Free services include pregnancy testing, information on options,
the entire family in an effort to prevent additional court involvement Participation scholarships to all area recreation programs with material assistance, counseling, post-abortion support groups,
or removal from the home. the goal of allowing all youth the opportunity to take part. abstinence education, limited ultrasound and STD testing, and more.
Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. 800-544-7369 Compassion Medical Clinic 419-630-0313
Provides free legal services in civil matters to individuals and Provides free medical care to those who make under 200% of the
groups who, due to their limited financial resources, cannot afford Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Federal Poverty Guidelines with no insurance.
to hire a private attorney and seek effective resolution of their legal
problems. Children enrolled in this program Epilepsy Center of NW Ohio 800-589-5958
receive a new book delivered to Helps individuals affected by epilepsy to successfully cope with the
Lutheran Social Services 800-577-8629 their home each month for the first disorder and live a satisfying and productive life.
Christian agency provides counseling to help clients attain a higher
five years of their life. The program
level of physical, emotional, and spiritual functioning. Kidney Foundation, Williams County Chapter 866-648-2147
fosters learning, appreciation of
Services offered include mileage reimbursement, assistance with
Potter’s Hands Restoration Center 419-485-8050
books, and encourages parents to non-covered medications and public education.
Drug and alcohol regeneration program for males 18 and older. read to their children.
Williams County Family YMCA 419-636-6185
Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio, Inc. 419-924-2029 The Dollywood Foundation The ACCESS Membership Program offers the YMCA to families
Fresh Start home is a state certified treatment house that serves provides the books with a minimal regardless of their ability to pay.
chemically dependent men. Serenity Haven is a women’s cost of $30 per year per child to the
residential program for recovery from substance abuse. United Way. Children must reside in Williams County. Women and Family Services, Inc. 419-636-8395
Family Planning Program provides information about
Shalom Ministries 1-866-636-2957 Consider designating $30 or more of your gift to the contraception, abstinence, screening for STDs, detection for
VORP Program is an alternative made available to judges and Imagination Library and sponsor a child for the program. cervical and breast cancer, pregnancy testing and counseling.
probation officers where offenders and victims have a chance to If you’d like to enroll your child or grandchild, or just Child Assault Prevention Program provides workshops for youth,
work out problems and find healing and reconciliation want more information on the program, please visit parents and school staff.
unitedwaywc.org or call 419-636-8603.
Williams County Habitat for Humanity 419-636-9093
Housing program builds simple but decent homes in partnership United Way
with local families and the community. of Williams County
7/16/07 11:09:44 AM

Caring for People in Crisis
American Red Cross 419-636-3449
Aid to Military Families is the contact between the military and the
service person’s family in times of need. Family Disaster Service
gives victims of local disasters the basic necessities.
Community Compassion 419-633-1125
A ministry of concerned Christians who provide help with food,
prescriptions, utilities, rent and other emergency needs.
First Call For Help, Inc. 2-1-1
Information and Referral Service provides information about
resources in Williams County and referrals for services through a
toll free number, walk-in, and via the internet.
Helping Hands Food Pantry 419-485-5575
Christian-based food pantry that provides food and education on
nutrition, budgeting and parenting skills.
HELP Inc. 419-636-7199
Direct assistance program helps individuals with food, utilities,
rent, and prescriptions among other needs.
Northwest Ohio Community Action (NOCAC) 419-636-4924
Emergency Relief Fund provides assistance to low income
residents with rent, utilities, prescriptions and emergency needs.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 419-592-0337
Volunteer program promotes volunteerism for seniors by means
of education, recruitment, referral and placement.
Salvation Army 419-636-1790
Provides temporary emergency assistance to families in crisis.
Sanctuary of Williams County 419-636-2460
Provides temporary housing for families that are in domestic or
financial crisis.
Williams Co. Assn. for Mentally Handicapped 419-485-8331
Camping Program provides adults with mental and/or physical
disabilities a camping experience in a therapeutic setting.
2007 Brochure.indd 2
What is it that matters to you?
Empowering Families Helping Our Kids Grow Health and Well-Being
Center for Child and Family Advocacy 419-592-0540 Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Ohio 419-636-1092 American Red Cross 419-636-3449
House of Ruth provides a safe place for victims of domestic One to One Mentoring matches adult volunteers with children Bloodmobiles ensure an adequate supply of blood. Health and
violence and their children. Counseling programs for victims and from single parent homes to build strong relationships. Safety Training offers CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Water Safety
perpetrators of child sexual abuse and family domestic violence. Instructor training at public pools and the YMCA.
Boy Scouts, Black Swamp Area Council 800-686-4220
Families and Schools Together (FAST) 419-636-9348 Program for school-aged youth to instill traditional values, Cancer Assistance of Williams County 419-636-0079
Evidence-based program which provides parent education, enhance leadership skills, and develop awareness and Financial support and counseling to Williams County cancer patients.
enhances family functioning and improves communication citizenship.
between parent and child. FAST empowers parents to be the Community Health Professionals 800-637-5371
preventive agent in their child’s life and meet the physical, mental Girl Scouts of Maumee Valley Council 800-860-4516 Hospice The Caring Way provides medical, personal, and spiritual
and emotional needs of their child. UW dollars will allow this Youth program fosters self-esteem, leadership, values and ethics care to the terminally ill and support and bereavement care to the
program to be implemented in the North Central Middle School. so girls can achieve their full potential. patient’s families.
Four County Family Center 800-693-6000 Community Pregnancy Centers of NW Ohio 419-636-5691
Family Matters Program works with juvenile offenders and involves United Way “Let Me Play” Fund 419-636-8603 Free services include pregnancy testing, information on options,
the entire family in an effort to prevent additional court involvement Participation scholarships to all area recreation programs with material assistance, counseling, post-abortion support groups,
or removal from the home. the goal of allowing all youth the opportunity to take part. abstinence education, limited ultrasound and STD testing, and more.
Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. 800-544-7369 Compassion Medical Clinic 419-630-0313
Provides free legal services in civil matters to individuals and Provides free medical care to those who make under 200% of the
groups who, due to their limited financial resources, cannot afford Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Federal Poverty Guidelines with no insurance.
to hire a private attorney and seek effective resolution of their legal
problems. Children enrolled in this program Epilepsy Center of NW Ohio 800-589-5958
receive a new book delivered to Helps individuals affected by epilepsy to successfully cope with the
Lutheran Social Services 800-577-8629 their home each month for the first disorder and live a satisfying and productive life.
Christian agency provides counseling to help clients attain a higher
five years of their life. The program
level of physical, emotional, and spiritual functioning. Kidney Foundation, Williams County Chapter 866-648-2147
fosters learning, appreciation of
Services offered include mileage reimbursement, assistance with
Potter’s Hands Restoration Center 419-485-8050
books, and encourages parents to non-covered medications and public education.
Drug and alcohol regeneration program for males 18 and older. read to their children.
Williams County Family YMCA 419-636-6185
Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio, Inc. 419-924-2029 The Dollywood Foundation The ACCESS Membership Program offers the YMCA to families
Fresh Start home is a state certified treatment house that serves provides the books with a minimal regardless of their ability to pay.
chemically dependent men. Serenity Haven is a women’s cost of $30 per year per child to the
residential program for recovery from substance abuse. United Way. Children must reside in Williams County. Women and Family Services, Inc. 419-636-8395
Family Planning Program provides information about
Shalom Ministries 1-866-636-2957 Consider designating $30 or more of your gift to the contraception, abstinence, screening for STDs, detection for
VORP Program is an alternative made available to judges and Imagination Library and sponsor a child for the program. cervical and breast cancer, pregnancy testing and counseling.
probation officers where offenders and victims have a chance to If you’d like to enroll your child or grandchild, or just Child Assault Prevention Program provides workshops for youth,
work out problems and find healing and reconciliation want more information on the program, please visit parents and school staff.
unitedwaywc.org or call 419-636-8603.
Williams County Habitat for Humanity 419-636-9093
Housing program builds simple but decent homes in partnership United Way
with local families and the community. of Williams County
7/16/07 11:09:44 AM

Caring for People in Crisis
American Red Cross 419-636-3449
Aid to Military Families is the contact between the military and the
service person’s family in times of need. Family Disaster Service
gives victims of local disasters the basic necessities.
Community Compassion 419-633-1125
A ministry of concerned Christians who provide help with food,
prescriptions, utilities, rent and other emergency needs.
First Call For Help, Inc. 2-1-1
Information and Referral Service provides information about
resources in Williams County and referrals for services through a
toll free number, walk-in, and via the internet.
Helping Hands Food Pantry 419-485-5575
Christian-based food pantry that provides food and education on
nutrition, budgeting and parenting skills.
HELP Inc. 419-636-7199
Direct assistance program helps individuals with food, utilities,
rent, and prescriptions among other needs.
Northwest Ohio Community Action (NOCAC) 419-636-4924
Emergency Relief Fund provides assistance to low income
residents with rent, utilities, prescriptions and emergency needs.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 419-592-0337
Volunteer program promotes volunteerism for seniors by means
of education, recruitment, referral and placement.
Salvation Army 419-636-1790
Provides temporary emergency assistance to families in crisis.
Sanctuary of Williams County 419-636-2460
Provides temporary housing for families that are in domestic or
financial crisis.
Williams Co. Assn. for Mentally Handicapped 419-485-8331
Camping Program provides adults with mental and/or physical
disabilities a camping experience in a therapeutic setting.
2007 Brochure.indd 2
What is it that matters to you?
Empowering Families Helping Our Kids Grow Health and Well-Being
Center for Child and Family Advocacy 419-592-0540 Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Ohio 419-636-1092 American Red Cross 419-636-3449
House of Ruth provides a safe place for victims of domestic One to One Mentoring matches adult volunteers with children Bloodmobiles ensure an adequate supply of blood. Health and
violence and their children. Counseling programs for victims and from single parent homes to build strong relationships. Safety Training offers CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Water Safety
perpetrators of child sexual abuse and family domestic violence. Instructor training at public pools and the YMCA.
Boy Scouts, Black Swamp Area Council 800-686-4220
Families and Schools Together (FAST) 419-636-9348 Program for school-aged youth to instill traditional values, Cancer Assistance of Williams County 419-636-0079
Evidence-based program which provides parent education, enhance leadership skills, and develop awareness and Financial support and counseling to Williams County cancer patients.
enhances family functioning and improves communication citizenship.
between parent and child. FAST empowers parents to be the Community Health Professionals 800-637-5371
preventive agent in their child’s life and meet the physical, mental Girl Scouts of Maumee Valley Council 800-860-4516 Hospice The Caring Way provides medical, personal, and spiritual
and emotional needs of their child. UW dollars will allow this Youth program fosters self-esteem, leadership, values and ethics care to the terminally ill and support and bereavement care to the
program to be implemented in the North Central Middle School. so girls can achieve their full potential. patient’s families.
Four County Family Center 800-693-6000 Community Pregnancy Centers of NW Ohio 419-636-5691
Family Matters Program works with juvenile offenders and involves United Way “Let Me Play” Fund 419-636-8603 Free services include pregnancy testing, information on options,
the entire family in an effort to prevent additional court involvement Participation scholarships to all area recreation programs with material assistance, counseling, post-abortion support groups,
or removal from the home. the goal of allowing all youth the opportunity to take part. abstinence education, limited ultrasound and STD testing, and more.
Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. 800-544-7369 Compassion Medical Clinic 419-630-0313
Provides free legal services in civil matters to individuals and Provides free medical care to those who make under 200% of the
groups who, due to their limited financial resources, cannot afford Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Federal Poverty Guidelines with no insurance.
to hire a private attorney and seek effective resolution of their legal
problems. Children enrolled in this program Epilepsy Center of NW Ohio 800-589-5958
receive a new book delivered to Helps individuals affected by epilepsy to successfully cope with the
Lutheran Social Services 800-577-8629 their home each month for the first disorder and live a satisfying and productive life.
Christian agency provides counseling to help clients attain a higher
five years of their life. The program
level of physical, emotional, and spiritual functioning. Kidney Foundation, Williams County Chapter 866-648-2147
fosters learning, appreciation of
Services offered include mileage reimbursement, assistance with
Potter’s Hands Restoration Center 419-485-8050
books, and encourages parents to non-covered medications and public education.
Drug and alcohol regeneration program for males 18 and older. read to their children.
Williams County Family YMCA 419-636-6185
Recovery Services of Northwest Ohio, Inc. 419-924-2029 The Dollywood Foundation The ACCESS Membership Program offers the YMCA to families
Fresh Start home is a state certified treatment house that serves provides the books with a minimal regardless of their ability to pay.
chemically dependent men. Serenity Haven is a women’s cost of $30 per year per child to the
residential program for recovery from substance abuse. United Way. Children must reside in Williams County. Women and Family Services, Inc. 419-636-8395
Family Planning Program provides information about
Shalom Ministries 1-866-636-2957 Consider designating $30 or more of your gift to the contraception, abstinence, screening for STDs, detection for
VORP Program is an alternative made available to judges and Imagination Library and sponsor a child for the program. cervical and breast cancer, pregnancy testing and counseling.
probation officers where offenders and victims have a chance to If you’d like to enroll your child or grandchild, or just Child Assault Prevention Program provides workshops for youth,
work out problems and find healing and reconciliation want more information on the program, please visit parents and school staff.
unitedwaywc.org or call 419-636-8603.
Williams County Habitat for Humanity 419-636-9093
Housing program builds simple but decent homes in partnership United Way
with local families and the community. of Williams County
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Why invest in United Way? The United Way Caring Club®
We’re Efficient New for 2007
in your community...
Volunteers are at the heart of United Way decision-
it’s what matters. making. As a result, fund-raising and administrative The United Ways of Defiance, Fulton, Henry and
costs are held to a minimum, making your gift work as
Williams counties have partnered in a special
hard as you do.
promotion for this fall’s campaign. This exciting
donor program will recognize those who contribute
We’re Effective $120 or more each year.
United Way touches the lives of more than 14,000
Williams County residents each year. Clearly, no other Club members will receive a personalized card for
organization helps so many people in so many ways. discounted food, entertainment, goods or services
at merchants throughout the four-county area.
We’re Accountable
Annually, independent audits of the United Way and
its agencies are conducted and analyzed. In fact,
everything we do is governed by an active board and
standing committees.
2007 Executive Committee UN
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We’re Local Cari D W
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President/Strategic Planning
Vice President
Mark Miller
Ryan Thompson
We serve people all over Williams County: Bryan, lub ®
Edgerton, Edon, Holiday City, Montpelier, Pioneer, memb
er
Secretary Jennifer Benner Stryker, West Unity and in between. Chances are
Treasurer/Finance Rob Vogelsong United Way has helped you or someone you know. Valid
Through
1/31/
09
2007 Campaign Chairs Dave and Cindy Castor
Funds Distribution Mike Winzeler We Get Results
Marketing Vickie Zippay
The amount of money raised and distributed is not the Membership Requirements
Program Heather Teegarden
only measure of results that matter. It matters that lives
Chief Executive Officer Chris Malanga are improved in Williams County every day!
• Make a contribution of $120 or more
to the United Way general fund
Sharing in what matters Low Overhead + Results =
• Provide your home address for mailing
of the cards.

Fund Raising Management & General

8% 10%
United Way
of Williams County The cards will be mailed at the end of January and
are good until January 31, 2009. Discounts will
be listed on the Caring Club® web site and will be
228 S. Main Street updated continuously.
P.O. Box 525
Bryan, OH 43506
If you have questions, please contact the United
Phone: 419-636-8603 Way office at 419-636-8603.
Fax: 419-636-7306

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For more information on the United Way of Williams County,
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visit our web site at www.unitedwaywc.org.

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