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.
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Eastern Middle and High School Band Program
Eastern Local School District Make some noise for the Eastern Local Band as they help students learn what they love.
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Video Game Console
Jackson City Library Support the Jackson Library as they level up in creating a safe and fun space for the community.
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library – Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties
United Way of Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties Help provide books to children in Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties!
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Robotics Coding and Exploration
After School Discovery Support After School Discovery to provide STEM enrichment opportunities to 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students.
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Morgan Aviation and Space Education
Morgan Local Schools Let learning take flight by supporting the Morgan Local Schools' Aviation and Space Exploration program!
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Love Fest Back to School Community Support
God's Confident Sons and Daughters Help meet basic needs and support community connections in Monroe County.
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Water Quality Testing from Green Acres – Student Supplies
Noble Local School District Provide the last dollars needed for students to gain hands on environmental education.
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Leading with Love Closet
Newcomerstown Exempted Village School District Help children meet their basic needs through a leading with love closet.
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library – Perry County
Ludowici Community Foundation Support the Perry County Imagination Library!
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library Highland County
Community Foundation of Ohio's Electric Cooperatives
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Dressed and Ready to Learn
Georgetown Self Care Closet Help Brown County children meet their basic needs.
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Career Awareness through Student Internships
Project RISE through Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center Support student internships for students in Athens, Meigs, and Perry counties through Project RISE and the Athens-Meigs ESC
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Cambridge Primary School Playground
Cambridge City Schools Help Cambridge Primary School build a new play structure!
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Jasper Elementary Magic Closet
Scioto Valley Local School District - Jasper Elementary Support students and educators with school materials in Pike County.
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Carroll County Imagination Library
United Way of Greater Stark County Support the Carroll County Imagination Library!
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Beyond Library Walls/Library Beyond Walls
Hubbard Friends of the Library Bringing the Hubbard Public Library outdoors!
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Decodable Readers
Cambridge Alumni and Friends Educational Fund support the purchase of decodable reading books to help students excel in their education!
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Collaborate for Creative Spaces
Hocking Hills Children's Museum Support improvements to the Hocking Hills Children's Museum.
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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Calming Kits
Scioto Valley Local School District - Jasper Elementary Support Jasper Elementary in their goal of equipping K-4 teachers with SEL Calming Kits.
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OVMOD On the Road
Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery Support mobile museum STEM programming!
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Tiger by the Tail 4H Club
Waverly Intermediate School Support students participate in 4H in Pike County!
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Muskingum County
Muskingum County Literacy Council Support Muskingum County children under 5 years old with free books.
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Power of the Pen Creative Writing Tournaments
Power of the Pen Support expansion of the Power of the Pen programming to Appalachian Ohio.
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Exploration Station
Books with Badges Support Exploration Station - an education center on wheels!
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library – Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties
United Way of Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties Help provide books to children in Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties!
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Shoes and Hygiene Kits
Georgetown Self Care Closet Help Brown County children meet their basic needs.
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Expanding Hotspot Lending Program
Newcomerstown Public Library Support the hotspot lending program at Newcomerstown Public Library.
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Caring for Huskies
Harrison Hills City Schools Support children who need access to healthy food, personal items, and clean clothes!
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2021 Summer Reading Program
Logan-Hocking County District Library Encouraging summer learning and adventure through reading!
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library – Highland County
The Community Foundation of Ohio's Electric Cooperatives Help provide books to children in Highland County!
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Switzerland of Ohio Blessings in a Backpack
Switzerland of Ohio Local School District Provide food to Switzerland of Ohio Local School District students through Blessings in a Backpack.
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College Application Week
Coshocton C.A.R.E.S. Supports Coshocton C.A.R.E.S. College Application Week
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STEAM Packs for Schools
Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery Support the creation of 1,000 STEAM kits through the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
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Civic Scholars Internship Program
Lawrence County Educational Service Center Learning local government through internships with officeholders
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Promoting Student Resiliency Through Literacy
Muskingum County Literacy Council Support student resilience through literacy in Muskingum County.
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Cambridge Schools K9 Program
Cambridge City Schools Support the implementation of a K9 Program for Cambridge City Schools
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Meigs Primary Summer Reading Program
Meigs Primary School Support summer reading for kindergarten through second grade students.
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Summer Book Bike Program
Jackson City Library Promote childhood literacy with traveling books in Jackson County.
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Story Walk
Jackson City Library Promote childhood literacy and physical activity in Jackson County.
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iBELIEVE 2021 Leadership Summit
The iBELIEVE Foundation Support student leadership through experiential learning at iBELIEVE's Leadership Summit.
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Jasper Elementary Magic Closet
Scioto Valley Local School District Support students and educators with school materials in Pike County.
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Civic Leadership Book Kits for the Children of Appalachia
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Each book kit of five civic leadership books will inspire the children of Appalachia
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Problem Based Learning Packets
Newcomerstown Exempted Village Schools Support L.E.A.D. students in Coshocton, Guernsey and Tuscarawas counties.
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Business Builders Young Entrepreneurship Program
Ohio Valley Youth Network Provide micro-loans to help Jefferson County students launch their own business.
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Strive 4 STEAM
After School Discovery Support after school education in Ashtabula County.
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Muskingum County
Muskingum County Literacy Council Support Muskingum County children under 5 years old with free books.
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Coshocton County
United Way of Coshocton, Inc. Support Coshocton County children under 5 years old with free books.
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Blessings in a Backpack
Conotton Valley Schools Support students with weekend meals in Carroll and Harrison counties.
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Helping Educators Meet Students’ Needs
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Connecting educators with the resources and tools they need for the children of Appalachia
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Need-Based Scholarships
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Create educational opportunities with scholarships.
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Students Optimizing Aerial Robotics Skills
United Way of the River Cities This project engages students in the Ironton Metropolitan Housing complex in a weekly after-school science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program.
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