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Heidi Thomas, Community Impact Manager at Oshkosh Area United Way, stands alongside Ruth Mauritz from the Back 2 School Fair, smiling as they help unload colorful backpacks, notebooks, and hygiene supplies. The two are surrounded by boxes and bags of donated items being delivered to OAUW’s office—just a glimpse of the generosity helping local students start the school year with confidence.

Ascension Mercy Hospital showed their support both on and off the course—golfing as a Corporate Foursome sponsor and hosting a fun, interactive hole with games and giveaways. We’re grateful for their commitment to community and youth literacy!

Volunteers gather for a group photo before heading out to make a difference during Oshkosh Area United Way’s 28th Annual Day of Caring.

Sunshine, strategy, and a whole lot of fun! Last year’s Golf to Give Outing featured interactive games sprinkled throughout the course, giving golfers the chance to test their skills—and share a few laughs—along the way.

It was a day of impact, community, and connection—and we can’t wait to do it again this year.

Sandy Shaffer, recipient of the Sue Panek Community Impact Award, stands with Oshkosh Area United Way CEO Beth Oswald during the Community Impact Appreciation Event at Venue 404. Sandy was honored for her tireless advocacy and leadership in mental health and substance use support.

John Bergstrom takes the stage at Oshkosh Area United Way’s 2024 Community Impact Appreciation Event to announce the winner of the 2025 Chevy Trax Sweepstakes, generously donated by Bergstrom Automotive.

Heidi Thomas, Community Impact Manager at Oshkosh Area United Way, delivers hand-sewn fleece blankets, teddy bears, and lined mittens to the Community Clothes Closet. The items—donated by generous community members and partners—were shared with local children and families during the winter season to help keep them warm and cared for.

We’re excited to continue our #BooksThatShapedUs series, sharing stories from Oshkosh Area United Way (OAUW) staff, board members, and volunteers about the books that have shaped their lives. Literacy matters […]

Winter in Wisconsin can be harsh, but thanks to the generosity of our community, warmth comes in many forms. This season, we had the joy of bringing together multiple generations […]

At Oshkosh Area United Way (OAUW), we believe every child deserves the joy of opening a book, turning the pages, and getting lost in a story. That’s why, since 2008, […]