Additional Volunteer Opportunities now Available and new Summer Meal Information

Read-Read-Read

Until the libraries reopen for visitors here are a few options to find your new favorite book.

Kids Age 0-5

The Imagination Library is now available in Auglaize County. Go to ohioimaginationlibrary.org/enroll to sign up your child!

St Marys

Follow the St Marys Community Public Library on Facebook to see when their free book cart will be out front. Curbside pick-up is now available!

Wapakoneta

Wapakoneta is happy to introduce TWO Free Little Library locations! One in front of Casa Chic and a second on Hamilton Road at the Waterpark.

Throughout the County

Checkout auglaizelibraries.org to schedule your curbside pick-up for your next book from your closest library location!

Food Assistance for Kids

St Marys City School Meals will continue through May 29th.

St Marys

Monday, Wednesday, Friday pick-up lunches:

West Intermediate School Bus Loop 11-12:30 PM

Dave Wright's BBQ Stand 11-11:30 AM

2100 Celina Road 1:45-12:15 PM

2nd Beach 12:30-1 PM

East Primary Bus Loop 11-12:30 PM

Corner of Columbia/Knoxville 11-11:30 AM

Corner of Beech/Weston 11:45-12:15 PM

Corner of Townview/Greenville 12:30-1 PM

Wapakoneta

Beginning Tuesday, May 26th (in honor of Memorial Day Holiday) to-go lunches will be provided Monday, Wednesday and Friday for children and adults. Sack lunches for Tuesday and Thursday will also be provided.

Pick-up 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Mechanic Street Entrance

Questions: Call Tami Zwez, 419-738-2215

Monetary Assistance

The following resources are recommendations for individuals and families who need assistance during this time.

Auglaize County Job & Family Services:

***Grant Funds still available!!!

567-242-2750

There are currently grant funds available up to $500 for qualified applicants for rent and utility payments.

Must complete a PRC application
Must have a minor child in the home (or be pregnant)
Must be below 200% poverty level income
Must provide a bill for the household

Call with questions or to request an application.

West Ohio Community Action Partnership:

419-227-2586

Is still providing services including rent and utility assistance for those who qualify.

Utility Assistance

The Governor has ordered the waiving of re-connection fees and disconnects during this time. Please remember that your bill will continue to accumulate during this time. If possible, pay all or some of your bill each month to avoid a large charge later. If you will n eed payment assistance please call your provider directly and put a plan in place as soon as possible. Each location is different so please be armed to ask questions and look for solutions.

Service Providers:

AEP: 1-800-672-2231

Dominion : 800-362-7557

Midwest Electric: 800-962-3830

City of Wapakoneta: 419-738-3011

City of St Marys: 419-300-3142

Village of Cridersville: 419-645-4883

Village of Minster: 419-628-1037

Village of New Bremen: 419-629-2447

Village of New Knoxville: 419-753-2160

Village of Waynesfield: 419-568-4991

Assistance Agencies:

West Ohio Community Action: The HEAP program for electric/gas assistance has been extended to May 1st. Families must be at 175% of federal poverty level and reside in Auglaize, Allen or Mercer Counties. Call to schedule an appointment.

419-227-2586

Online Energy Assistance Program Application

Enter to win in our Raffle!

We are continuing our monthly raffle! Buy tickets online here or text "DRAWING" to 44321 and get into a chance to win $150, $75, or $50 each month!

Each month we will be highlighting a different agency as part of the process to tell you about the great work they do not only during this crisis but all year long.

In May we'll be highlighting Agape Ministries! Shoutout to our May sponsor Midwest Electric!

How you can Help

Volunteer

We are looking to turn our Day of Caring projects into ways that people can volunteer in smaller groups. Please consider volunteering or taking part in one of the activities here . More will continue to be added as we find ways to do things with the least risk.

Things to do

Journey the Oregon Trail on Facebook!

The Auglaize County Historical Society will be hosting a talk Thursday, May 28th LIVE at 7pm. Check it out here.

Auglaize County Historical Society Photo Contest

Learn more about the categories and how to enter here .

Agape Thrift Store and Mercy Unlimited are OPEN! Donations are accepted at Agape on SATURDAYS ONLY starting May 16th and at Mercy Unlimited during normal hours (9am to 5pm weekdays and 9am to 2pm Saturdays). If you're interested in helping out at either location please see more information here .

Spring Cleaners rejoice!

Assistance with Family Meals

Agape Ministries

Food Pantry Days Tuesday and Thursday 12 - 4:30 PM

*Please remember your photo ID and current proof of residence.

Mercy Unlimited

Weekday 9 AM to 5 PM

Saturdays 9 AM to 2 PM

Please come to the back entrance (normal food pantry door) and call 419-738-3161 so items can be brought out for you.

St Paul UCC New Bremen

Monday-Friday

10-12 PM and 1-3 PM

Tuesday Evening

5:30-7:30 PM

Ring doorbell on the East side double doors.

Free to-go Meals

Wapak Loaves & Fishes

Thursday Evening pick-up 4:30-5:30 PM

Please call Connie Krites at 567-204-6708 and leave a message by Tuesday at 6 PM.

Wapak UCC

Pick-up Tuesday May 26th

To-go meals for adults and children pick-up 11:30 to 12:30 PM at St Paul UCC Mechanic Street Entrance.

Assistance for Seniors

Auglaize County Council on Aging

Can deliver meals, prescriptions, etc right to your home.

Call 419-394-8252

Free Wi-Fi

If you need internet and you do not have access at home wi-fi is available at all of the Auglaize County Library Locations , the St. Marys Community Public Library and at select locations free from Spectrum and Xfinity .

Please remember to stay socially distant from others when using the wi-fi. Click on the links to find the location nearest you.

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