Orrville Area United Way

08/31/2026

🚨 The campaign is underway! 🚨

Orrville Area United Way’s annual campaign has officially kicked off, and we couldn’t do it without our amazing volunteers!

Today, Steve and Rick hit the streets to put up campaign signs at local businesses supporting OAUW through workplace campaigns. These businesses are helping make a difference in the lives of people right here in our community.

Thanks, guys, for helping us get things rolling! 🙌❤️

08/25/2026

We are heartbroken. What an incredible mark she left on the world.

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

08/25/2026

Thanks to Rollin with Seo for showing United is the Way at the Marshallville Historical Days!

08/25/2026

Got a case of the Monday Scaries? We’ve got something MUCH more fun to be scared about…

🎃 TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING!🎃

Save the date for one of our favorite nights of the year! Join us Monday, October 26 from 6–8 PM at the Orrville Area Boys & Girls Club for Trunk or Treat, in collaboration with Ventrac and in conjunction with the Orrville Fall Fest and Orrville High School Haunted Halls!

Go ahead and put it on the calendar now. October will be here before we know it! 🍬🕷️

08/11/2026

Don't miss out on exciting events happening here tomorrow!
We will be hosting the next Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank Pop-Up Pantry August 12th from 11:00am to 1:00pm.
A photo ID is preferred, but not mandatory. You are welcome to pick up food for neighbors and there are no geographical restrictions. Remember, this does not impact your eligibility for regular monthly food pantry services from The Salvation Army.
Patio 114 Barbeque will be on hand with their food truck providing lunch.
Representatives from Startzman Clinic and Wayne County Job and Family Services will be at our office from 8:30am-10:30am. Be sure to stop in before the Pop-Up Pantry if you need assistance.
Community Action Wayne/Medina will have a table of information about their Headstart program as well!

08/10/2026

Thank you to the Wayne Senior Service Coalition for hosting the Senior Fun Fair last week! We were able to join in on the fun and distribute Older Adult Service Directories to those who attended. Special shout out to United Way Wayne and Holmes Counties for providing this valuable resource!

08/07/2026

We'll be there!

07/30/2026

Just a reminder, our 2027 Grant Release meeting is only five days away!

Nonprofit organizations serving Dalton, Marshallville, and Orrville are invited to attend Orrville Area United Way’s 2027 Grant Release Meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Orrville Area United Way office (135 N. Main St.).

Attendance is required for any agency intending to apply for a 2027 Sustaining Grant. Applications will open on Friday, August 7 at 8:00 a.m. and remain available through Friday, September 4 at noon.

Orrville Area United Way focuses funding in four impact areas: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Developing Life Skills/Financial Security, and Community Resiliency.

In addition to submitting an online application, each organization will participate in an in-person presentation with the Citizen Review Committee. This group of community volunteers evaluates proposals and makes funding recommendations to the Board of Directors. Final decisions will be shared with applicants in January 2027.

Since 1958, OAUW has raised and distributed over $19 million to programs that strengthen Dalton, Marshallville, and Orrville.
For questions, please contact James Carpenter, Executive Director, at 330-683-8181 or [email protected].

07/21/2026

Just a reminder, our 2027 Grant Release meeting is only two weeks away!

Nonprofit organizations serving Dalton, Marshallville, and Orrville are invited to attend Orrville Area United Way’s 2027 Grant Release Meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Orrville Area United Way office (135 N. Main St.).

Attendance is required for any agency intending to apply for a 2027 Sustaining Grant. Applications will open on Friday, August 7 at 8:00 a.m. and remain available through Friday, September 4 at noon.

Orrville Area United Way focuses funding in four impact areas: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Developing Life Skills/Financial Security, and Community Resiliency.

In addition to submitting an online application, each organization will participate in an in-person presentation with the Citizen Review Committee. This group of community volunteers evaluates proposals and makes funding recommendations to the Board of Directors. Final decisions will be shared with applicants in January 2027.

Since 1958, OAUW has raised and distributed over $19 million to programs that strengthen Dalton, Marshallville, and Orrville.

For questions, please contact James Carpenter, Executive Director, at 330-683-8181 or [email protected].