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United & Thankful in 2020

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November 9, 2020

Finding hope and things to be thankful for amid the pandemic. Let’s just admit it…The past eight months have been hard. Whether you “paused” life plans, couldn’t pause because you are an essential worker, were laid off, are homeschooling for the first time,...

Posted in 2-1-1, Change Maker Stories, Education, Health, United Way of Greater Toledo, Volunteerism

2-1-1: Why Not Just Google It?

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February 19, 2020

United Way 2-1-1 is a  free, 24/7, 365-day information and referral resource that connects residents in Lucas, Wood and Ottawa County to various health and human services. It acts as a point of entry for people to get...

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Best of 2019: Because Change Doesn’t Happen Alone

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December 30, 2019

We have come to the close of an impactful year! Thousands of needs were met through 211 calls, meal and hygiene kit builds, backpack builds, our funded partners’ unique services and so much more! Read on for stories that highlight...

Posted in 2-1-1, Change Maker Stories, Data, Donor Education, Education, Financial Stability, Health, Ottawa County, United Way of Greater Toledo, Wood County

A Flood of Memories: Surrounded by Support During Times of Disaster

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June 6, 2019

I woke in the middle of the night to the sound of rain pounding the roof and was glad Stan had fixed the leak last month. I looked to the clock on my nightstand, but its face was dark. “Stan,” I whispered.  “I...

Posted in 2-1-1, Change Maker Stories, Financial Stability, Ottawa County

Regaining Perspective: The Value of Volunteering

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November 12, 2018

Sitting at my desk, staring at my calendar above my computer, I just couldn’t believe it. Was it really almost the end of 2018? Of course, there were many exciting things I did this year: met up with some long-lost friends, moved...

Posted in 2-1-1, Change Maker Stories, United Way of Greater Toledo

When There’s Nowhere to Turn: Coordinated Entry through 2-1-1

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April 3, 2018

She could feel the tension in the air. A couple weeks camped out in her cousin’s basement had quickly turned into nearly a month for Yvonne* and her five children—much longer than she originally intended. Her cousin was losing patience and, as week...

Posted in 2-1-1, Change Maker Stories, Financial Stability

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