Together, we’ve already made so much possible.
Each funded project was made possible by the generosity of people like you.
The first round of Cause Connector projects closed on April 9, 2021. Together, organization across Appalachian Ohio received over $250,000 towards their projects of today, funding 88 projects impacting all 32 Appalachian Ohio counties. Half of each gift went to support a project of the donor’s choosing to begin making an impact right away. The other half of each gift was invested in the I’m a Child of Appalachia Fund to pursue the greatest needs and most promising opportunities in our communities for generations to come.
In 2022, all dollars raised through Cause Connector will go to the projects of today, helping organizations launch new programs, expand existing initiatives, or bring long-held dreams to fruition.
When you donate...
You support nonprofits and their projects across Appalachian Ohio.
Community & Economic Development
Courthouse Christmas Lights
Harrison County Tourism Council Support the annual Courthouse Christmas Light display!
Community & Economic Development
Urban Mission Works Program for Shelter Guests
Urban Mission Ministries, Inc. Connect Urban Mission Ministries shelter guests with life skills and job readiness programming.
Community & Economic Development
Thornville Activity Committee – Special Events
Village of Thornville Bring back special events in Thornville!
Community & Economic Development
Samaritan Center Flooring
Samaritan Center Help support the Samaritan Center in improvements to continue serving the community.
Community & Economic Development
Turnout Gear Lockers
Lewisville Community Volunteer Fire Department Support gear lockers for volunteer firefighters in the Lewisville Community VFD firehouse.
Community & Economic Development
Belmont County Explorer Post #7
Belmont County Sherriff's Office Support community service and learning in Belmont County.
Community & Economic Development
Housing and Transportation to Foster Employment
Christ Our Light St. Vincent DePaul Society Support housing and transportation to foster employment in Guernsey County.
Community & Economic Development
LifeWise Academy New Lexington
LifeWise Academy New Lexington Support the LifeWise program for New Lexington students!
Community & Economic Development
Cosmetology Class
Ohio Valley Youth Network - Sycamore Center To cut it short, help students level up their skills by supporting the creation of a cosmetology course.
Community & Economic Development
Youngstown Lifeguard Academy
Youngtown Lifeguard Academy Support job training and personal development for young people.
Community & Economic Development
Match Enrichment
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fairfield County Support Bigs and Littles in Hocking County to get their relationship off to a strong start!
Community & Economic Development
LifeWise Academy Crooksville
LifeWise Academy Crooksville Support the LifeWise program for Crooksville students!
Community & Economic Development
Historic Structure Report
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church Help save the oldest Black Antebellum church in Ohio!
Community & Economic Development
Safe House Gardening Program
Welcome Home SIS Support female survivors of incarceration by connecting them to nature.
Community & Economic Development
The Hive Community Resource Needs
Integrated Services for Behavioral Health/The Hive Help provide equipment and materials for The Hive's new space!
Community & Economic Development
Kool Boiz Empowerment & Mentoring Programs
Kool Boiz Foundation Support mentoring and empowerment programs for young men of color.
Community & Economic Development
Microfilming Local Newspapers
Noble County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society, Inc. Provide support to microfilm local newspapers in Noble County.
Community & Economic Development
John Glenn Astronomy Park WiFi Community Access
Friends of Hocking Hills Support Wifi at the John Glenn Astronomy Park for visitors and neighbors.
Community & Economic Development
EV Charging Stations
Cambridge Main Street Support two electric car charging stations in downtown Cambridge!
Community & Economic Development
Urban Mission Works Youth Program
Urban Mission Ministries, Inc. Support student education, hands-on training, and personal development through Urban Mission Ministries, Inc.
Community & Economic Development
3-D Printer for a Lawrence County Library
Briggs Lawrence County Public Library Support individuals of all ages with access to a 3D printer in Lawrence County.
Community & Economic Development
Construction Trades Resiliency
Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio Support hands-on, educational opportunities for students through Habitat for Humanity Southern Ohio.
Community & Economic Development
Professional Clothing Closet
Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center Support students in developing the confidence and influence to gain professional experiences.
Community & Economic Development
Farm to Pantry Winter Food Campaign
Community Food Initiatives Support food security in southeast Ohio while also strengthening the local food economy.
Community & Economic Development
Frontier Local Schools Internet Connectivity Program
Building Bridges to Careers Support internet connection accessibility for students in Washington county.
Community & Economic Development