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*Application Link* – for Ohio and Marshall County Residents Only WHEELING, W.Va. – The Glessner Group, an accounting, insurance, and wealth management group based in Wheeling, has teamed up with the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley to ensure students have a chance to head back to the classroom feeling confident and prepared. The Glessner Group Every Kid Counts …

ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio – The Belmont County School Clothes for Kids program was announced on Wednesday, August 5 at the Belmont County Commission meeting. The partnership, funded through the Belmont County Department of Job and Family Services Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program and the Belmont County Community Action Commission will assist families in Belmont County with clothing for …

The Reverse Raffle, an annual United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley board fundraiser, is set to take place on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Wheeling Island Hotel Casino Racetrack. The fundraiser combines casino-style gaming, a buffet dinner, entertainment, raffles, and networking with a live reverse raffle drawing where participants have the opportunity to win cash prizes. …

The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley is recruiting volunteers for the 35th Annual Sandy O’Haver Day of Caring, to take place on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The Sandy O’Haver Day of Caring is a meaningful day of service where volunteers come together to make a large, lasting impact on our community. This annual event is dedicated to improving …

Lace Up for Kids 2026 All school-age children from low-income families, grades K-12, in Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, Tyler Counties in WV, and Belmont County, OH, are eligible to receive a voucher that can be redeemed at several Shoe Department locations toward shoes just in time for the new school year!     Covestro, EQT, West Virginia Northern Community …

The Sandy O’Haver Day of Caring 2026 Project Sign Up Mark Your Calendar: The Sandy O’Haver Day of Caring is September 9, 2026 We are excited to announce that project requests are now open for this year’s Sandy O’Haver Day of Caring—a meaningful day of service where volunteers come together to make a lasting impact on our community. This annual …

WHEELING, W.Va. – The United Way off the Upper Ohio Valley is looking forward to a sweet summer as its Celebrity Scoopers event returns on the road. The event began in 2021at Kirke’s Homemade Ice Cream as a fun way to pit local celebrities against each other in a fun competition to see who was able to raise the most …

WHEELING, W.Va. – The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley is pleased to announce the success of its 2026 Match Madness Fundraising Campaign, which raised an impressive $81,631.02 that will directly support local nonprofits and community initiatives. This impactful total includes a $15,000 matching donation from Berger and Green, whose generosity for a second consecutive year helped inspire and …

Wheeling’s 26th Annual Chili Cookoff: A Delicious Tradition! Mark your calendars for June 6, 2026 because the 26th Annual Chili Cookoff at Heritage Port is going to be an event you won’t want to miss! Hosted by the City of Wheeling and benefiting the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley, this sizzling day is packed with flavor, fun, and …

Music & Neon Dreams: Get Ready for this 80’s Rewind! Get ready for an unforgettable night on May 15, 2026 at Route 40 Lumberjaxe! We’re bringing the best of the ’80s to life with totally tubular music featuring Tongue N’ Cheek! Come dressed to impress – 80’s style! The bigger the hair and brighter the outfit, the better! A Party Like No …