[Ottawa County, Ohio] — Hundreds of rubber ducks are ready to make a splash as United Way of Greater Toledo, proudly serving Ottawa County, brings back its beloved annual Duck Race! This year’s event will take place on Saturday, August 16th at Waterworks Park, in collaboration with the Port Clinton Lighthouse Festival—offering a fun-filled day of community celebration, fundraising, and meaningful impact.
The Duck Race is a signature United Way event that raises vital funds to support local programs focused on education, financial stability, and health in Ottawa County. Each duck adopted represents a chance to win exciting prizes—and more importantly, a chance to make a real difference in the lives of local residents.
“This event is such a fun and unique way to give back,” said Allison Abbolone, Chair of the United Way Ottawa County Advisory Board. “Behind every duck is real change—a child receiving early education support, a family accessing food or shelter, or a senior receiving care. Your support makes that possible.”
Event Highlights
Lighthouse Festival Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Waterworks Park, 207 E. Perry St., Port Clinton, OH 43452
Duck Drop: 2:00 PM — Be sure to arrive early to adopt your ducks and enjoy the festivities!
Duck Adoptions Available All Day Until the Duck Drop — Look for our ticket tent near Derby Pond!
Adoption Options:
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Quack Pack – $100 for 15 tickets
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Mighty Ducks – $25 for 3 tickets
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Single Duck – $10 for 1 ticket
Prizes:
Family Fun Includes: Food trucks, kids’ activities, music, and more!
Your Support Helps Fund These Ottawa County Partners
Proceeds from the Duck Race directly support United Way-funded programs throughout Ottawa County. When you adopt a duck, you’re investing in the work of these essential local partners:
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Senior Resources – Personal Care Assistance
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Ottawa County Transitional Housing – Ruth Ann’s House and Outreach Program
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Port Clinton City Schools – Champions for Children
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Ottawa County Family Advocacy Center – GrandLove Program
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Sutton Center – Community Support Services
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Cancer Services – Patient Support
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library – Free books for children birth to age five
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United Way 211 – Local Infrastructure & Outreach
Your participation helps ensure these programs continue to provide critical services to our neighbors in need.
Adopt a duck. Change a life. See you at the race!
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors:
Carbo Forge
Frederick Agency, Inc.
US Gypsum Company
Northern Manufacturing Company, Inc.
GEM Beach Marina
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union
About United Way of Greater Toledo, proudly serving Ottawa County:
United Way of Greater Toledo brings people and resources together to build strong, equitable communities across Lucas, Ottawa, and Wood counties. We create lasting change in the areas of education, financial stability, and health—because United is the Way.
We unite the caring power of people to improve lives. United Way of Greater Toledo brings a worldwide network into neighborhoods throughout Northwest Ohio. Proudly serving residents of Lucas, Ottawa, and Wood Counties, since 1918 we have believed that we all benefit from each other’s success. As one of the longest-serving charitable organizations in our region, we are trusted, innovative, collaborative and accountable. Most importantly, your contributions serve neighbors right here at home.
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