Mother Son Dance

Mother Son Dance - United Way of the UOV

Moms kicked off Mother’s Day Weekend by bringing their handsome little date for a very special evening at Grand Vue Park! Guests enjoyed snacks, drinks, desserts, pictures and prizes as well as a Chinese auction and raffle. And of course… dancing! We were thrilled to have DJs Donnie Gilbert and Dugger on board for the event. Funds raised went to …

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Southwestern Energy Clay Shoot

May 4, 2018 Dilliner, PA Thank you to Southwestern Energy who held a clay shoot on Thursday, May 3rd, to benefit the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley. The event hosted over 70 teams from company partners all over of the region. More than 280 people filed into Hunting Hill to compete and to enjoy some delicious food, good …

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United Way Announces New Executive and Associate Directors

Jess United Way

WHEELING, WV… The Board of Directors of the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley in Wheeling, West Virginia, announced the appointment of Jessica Rine as Executive Director. Rine replaced George Smoulder, who retired at the end of March after spending a decade in the role. “We are thrilled to have Jessica take on this leadership role at the United …

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We have moved!

WHEELING, WV… The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley in Wheeling, West Virginia, has relocated its office to 1425 Chapline Street in Wheeling. The office is located on the first floor of First Presbyterian Church’s office building and is accessible from street level. “Being street level on Chapline gives us a presence in downtown Wheeling,” said Associate Director Jessica …

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GEORGE SMOULDER TO RETIRE FROM THE UNITED WAY OF THE UPPER OHIO VALLEY

WHEELING, WV… The Board of Directors of the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley in Wheeling, West Virginia, announce the retirement of Executive Director George Smoulder. Smoulder has spent ten years as Executive Director and will end his successful tenure on March 31. “George is one of our area’s unsung heroes,” exclaimed Board President Jason Haswell. “He has lead …

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Operation Toy Lift

Operation Toy Lift

Photo by Casey Junkins Busy preparing for “Operation Toy Lift,” set for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Macy’s at the Ohio Valley Mall, from left, are Belmont County Sheriff Dave Lucas, Macy’s store manager Jennifer Prietsch and mall Marketing Director Candi Noble-Greathouse. Wheeling Intelligencer, CASEY JUNKINS St. Clairsville OH: Wheeling Police Chief Shawn Schwertfeger and Belmont County Sheriff …

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Project BEST Check Presentation

Project BEST Donates Funds to United Way of The Upper Ohio Valley    Wheeling, WV  – Project BEST recently donated $2,500.00 to the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley.   “Our organization receives numerous donation requests from wonderful organizations throughout our community,” said Ginny Favede, Co-Chair of Project BEST. “We wanted to consolidate our giving and partner with the …

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Building a Better Community Award Winner, Dr. Larry Jones

  The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley presented The Building a Better Community Award at its second annual Williams United Way Appreciation Breakfast on Thursday, November 30, 2017, to H. Lawrence Jones, Ph.D.  The breakfast was held at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack. The Building a Better Community Award is given to the person who has given of his or her …

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Continuing Need for Flood Victims

Two  different Long-Term Flood Recovery Groups are helping to get survivors of the July floods back to a safe, sanitary and secure home and life. One for Marshall/Ohio Counties and the other for Wetzel County.  Many needs have been met but there are still many out there that have unmet needs.  With winter approaching quickly, we are trying diligently to …

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United Way, City of Wheeling Inaugural Oktoberfest Success

United Way, City of Wheeling Inaugural Oktoberfest Success

The City of Wheeling partnered with the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley to host Oktoberfest at Centre Market on Saturday, September 30.  The event was a large success due to the nearly 2000 people that filled the streets. The festival featured themed food, drinks, and live entertainment (The Cherry Trio, MSM, The Tim Ullom Band, Tady Bears (Polka Band), …

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