Frequently Asked Questions
United Way of Ashland County has a unique and critical role in Ashland County. To put it simply, our organization is here to support the health, financial stability and education of all residents residing in Ashland County.
We raise funds annually to support the best programs and services in our county. Funds stay local and serve local. Our annual fundraising campaign empower the community to work together to provide local solutions to local social challenges.
We focus on real results that impact Ashland County:
- Helping children succeed
- Promoting self-sufficiency
- Improving health and wellness
- Meeting basic needs (food, shelter, clothing)
- One pledge supports multiple programs across Ashland County
Absolutely! Your donation helps support 14 Partner Agencies and their 24 programs making a real difference. Feel free to designate your gift to the causes you care about most.
Yes. Indicate your home county’s United Way on the pledge form.
No. We fund Safe Haven Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Center – our local shelter.
- A local Board of Directors
- 1 Full-Time Executive Director + 3 Part-Time Staff
- Annual audit by an external CPA
- Deliver high-priority services effectively in Ashland County
- Be 501(c)(3) nonprofit health & human services
- Submit an application for programming that makes a community impact, get reviewed by the committee, and have a site visit
- Show strong financial/administrative practices
- Comply with laws & governance standards
- Submit annual reports & formal applications
- Show measurable outcomes
An Allocation Committee of volunteers and board members makes recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
- Allocation Committee of volunteers & board members review applications and submits recommendations to Board of Directors annually
- Board of Trustees reviews and approves Allocation Committee recommendations annually
- Allocation funds distributed monthly
You or someone you love might need help someday. Your support could change a neighbor’s, friend’s, or family member’s life.
Even small gifts matter. Payroll deductions let everyone contribute meaningfully and feel connected to the community.
Yes! Giving is a personal choice. Spouses can choose to support individually, making their own impact in a way that’s meaningful to them.
Agencies do not deny qualified individuals. Contact us with names, dates, and info—we’ll follow up with the partner agency.
Absolutely not. No Partner Agencies offer abortion-related programs.
On average,
- 80% funds impactful programs
- 20% supports operations, campaign, salaries, rent, supplies, and United Way World Wide membership fees
Yes. One donation can support multiple agencies. List your designations on the pledge form. Minimum of $25.00 per designation.
- United Way Partner Agencies
- Mohican Area Community Fund
- Other 501(c)(3) health and human service organizations (inside/outside Ashland County)
- Other United Way organizations in different counties
- Pet rescues
- Animal shelters or humane societies
United Way of Ashland County is a locally governed, autonomous organization, we are our own 501(c)(3). United Way Worldwide serves member United Ways by providing professional training, resources, research, and consulting services. One percent of campaign dollars are paid to United Way Worldwide for membership. These membership dues are for professional training, marketing, and advertising materials, research, government relations, media relations counsel, and a national corporate development program.
United Way counts on the contributions of time by many volunteers in Ashland County to improve lives. Numerous volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year. Please contact the United Way office to learn how to make an impact in Ashland County or go to the website at www.uwashlandoh.org.