United Way of Ashland County meets goal, challenged to raise additional $50,000

The 2024 United Way of Ashland County campaign reached its fundraising goal of $850,000.

“Through corporate donations, employee giving programs, foundation funding, sponsorships, have all made a tremendous impact in fully funding this campaign," said campaign co-chairs Kelly and Casey Cooke. "Your involvement, whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, plays a crucial role in driving impactful change. Thank you for helping us 'Lead the Way' together to address these pressing issues and create a thriving community where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.”

2024 campaign chairmen Kelly and Casey Cooke speak at the United Way of Ashland County's annual meeting in 2023. United Way reached its $850,000 fundraising goal.
2024 campaign chairmen Kelly and Casey Cooke speak at the United Way of Ashland County's annual meeting in 2023. United Way reached its $850,000 fundraising goal.

United Way of Ashland County is dedicated to addressing the multifaceted challenges of financial instability, health, wellness and education. Every dollar donate stays within the community.

United Ways is focused on providing funding for local solutions and aims to create a ripple effect of positive change throughout Ashland County, according to a news release.

A donor who has challenged United Way of Ashland County to go beyond the goal and raise an additional $50,000 to receive a $100,000 match. The proceeds of the successful challenge will benefit the Partner Agencies.

To donate visit https://www.uwashlandoh.org/donate/ or visit the office at 32 W. South St., Ashland.

This article originally appeared on Ashland Times Gazette: United Way of Ashland County meets goal, offered match challege