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22.032023March 22, 2023

OWBC Newsletter Vol. 1

By Kylea MarlowIn Community Services, Development, Head Start, Meals on Wheels, News
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10.022023February 13, 2023
Sip & Shop Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 for Meals on Wheels

Sip & Shop Fundraiser Aims to Raise $50,000 for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags fundraiser, meals on wheels, Sip & Shop

Georgetown, TX, February 10, 2023– Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties (OWBC), the local Community Action Agency for the two-county area, is putting a fresh...

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08.112022February 13, 2023
WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise $71,361 for Meals on Wheels in Georgetown

WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise $71,361 for Meals on Wheels in Georgetown

By Kylea MarlowIn News

The “WHO Ladies” of Sun City, otherwise known as, Women Helping Others, completed their 11th Annual Fundraiser for our Meals on Wheels program on October...

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18.052022May 20, 2022
Happy Birthday, Head Start!

Happy Birthday, Head Start!

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags head start

Happy Birthday, Head Start! On this day in 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson announced the creation of Head Start. Since then, Head Start programs have...

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29.042022May 23, 2022
“Sip & Shop” Raised $32,000 for Meals on Wheels

“Sip & Shop” Raised $32,000 for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags fundraiser, Sip & Shop

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties’ (OWBC) fourth annual “Sip & Shop” fundraiser was Saturday, April 23rd at the Lakeside Pavilion in Marble Falls. Previously...

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10.032022May 20, 2022
March for Meals Proclamations Take Place in Williamson and Burnet Counties

March for Meals Proclamations Take Place in Williamson and Burnet Counties

By Kylea MarlowIn News

This month, Meals on Wheels of Williamson & Burnet Counties will be holding a fundraiser and volunteer drive in celebration of a special March for...

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07.032022May 20, 2022
Amplify Austin Campaign Raises Over $15,000 for Meals on Wheels

Amplify Austin Campaign Raises Over $15,000 for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags amplify austin, meals on wheels

Amplify Austin, a 24 hour period of online giving and local generosity in Central Texas, has come to an end. This year, our goal was...

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18.022022February 18, 2022
Press Release: March for Meals

Press Release: March for Meals

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, News
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15.022022February 17, 2022
OWBC Sets $15,000 Goal for Amplify Austin Campaign

OWBC Sets $15,000 Goal for Amplify Austin Campaign

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags amplify austin

What is Amplify Austin? Amplify Austin Day is the biggest day of giving in Central Texas, raising $82 million dollars for the local community with...

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27.012022April 29, 2022
Spring “Sip & Shop” Fundraiser Raises Funds for Meals on Wheels in Style

Spring “Sip & Shop” Fundraiser Raises Funds for Meals on Wheels in Style

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags fundraiser, meals on wheels

Our “Sip & Shop” fundraiser will feature a luncheon, drinks on the patio, a spring fashion show with looks from local boutiques, and pop-up boutique...

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27.012022January 27, 2022
Meals on Wheels Opens Congregate Sites

Meals on Wheels Opens Congregate Sites

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags congregate, meals on wheels
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21.012022January 27, 2022
Atmos Energy Donates $20,000 in Unrestricted Funds

Atmos Energy Donates $20,000 in Unrestricted Funds

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags Atmos Energy, community partner

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties (OWBC), the local Community Action Agency for the two-county area, is the recipient of $20,000 in funding from Atmos...

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06.012022January 6, 2022
Year-End Giving Campaign Raises Over $24,000

Year-End Giving Campaign Raises Over $24,000

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags campaign, fundraising, year-end giving

Every November and December, our agency works to increase awareness for our mission across Williamson and Burnet Counties as we launch our year-end giving campaign....

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02.122021December 2, 2021
Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises Over $5,000

Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises Over $5,000

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags donations

This year, OWBC joined millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement called “Giving Tuesday.” On Tuesday, November 30th, our agency outreached recurring...

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04.112021November 4, 2021
OWBC celebrates GivingTuesday, joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement in November

OWBC celebrates GivingTuesday, joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement in November

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags fundraiser

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Emily Hayes: ehayes@owbc-tx.org Georgetown, TX, November 4, 2021 – Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties (OWBC) is responding to meet the needs...

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14.102021October 14, 2021
It’s Head Start Awareness Month

It’s Head Start Awareness Month

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, NewsTags Head Start Awareness Month

This October, we are thrilled to celebrate Head Start Awareness Month! Our Head Start program serves our two county area across 14 different locations. Through...

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30.092021October 1, 2021
Can You Recite our Mission?

Can You Recite our Mission?

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags mission

Do you know our Mission Statement? Many community members know our programs, but aren’t sure what our mission states. Enter, this super helpful short video!...

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30.092021September 30, 2021
Press Release: Assistance Still Available Now Through December for Qualifying Households

Press Release: Assistance Still Available Now Through December for Qualifying Households

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags CEAP, community services, Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program, energy assistance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Emily Hayes: ehayes@owbc-tx.org Assistance Available Now Through December for Qualifying Households Georgetown, Texas, September 30, 2021– Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties...

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30.092021October 1, 2021
Wag Heaven Donates Pet Food to Meals on Wheels’ Pet Program

Wag Heaven Donates Pet Food to Meals on Wheels’ Pet Program

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags donation, meals on wheels, Wag Heaven

Wag Heaven, a pet food provider in Georgetown, recently donated countless bags of dog and cat food to our Meals on Wheels’ Pet Program. Through...

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08.092021September 8, 2021
Georgetown Health Foundation Awards OWBC $50,000 for Meals on Wheels

Georgetown Health Foundation Awards OWBC $50,000 for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Georgetown Health Foundation, Madella Hilliard Senior Center, meals on wheels

Georgetown Health Foundation awards grants annually to organizations in Georgetown that meet residents’ basic needs for food, shelter, and social health. This year, OWBC’s Meals...

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01.092021September 1, 2021
Join us for Community Partner Night at the Round Rock Express Game

Join us for Community Partner Night at the Round Rock Express Game

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags fundraiser, round rock express

YOU’RE INVITED! Join us on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 7:05pm for the Round Rock Express baseball game at Dell Diamond. Tickets are $12.50 for...

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01.092021September 1, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Lee Downs, Round Rock Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Spotlight: Lee Downs, Round Rock Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Alan Baca Senior Center, meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month we’re featuring Lee Downs, a Meals on Wheels volunteer out of our Alan Baca Senior Center in Round Rock. Currently, we are in...

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01.092021September 3, 2021
4th Annual “Pull, Shoot & Serve” Clay Shoot Grossed Over $50,000

4th Annual “Pull, Shoot & Serve” Clay Shoot Grossed Over $50,000

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags fundraiser

The “Pull, Shoot & Serve” Clay Shoot Fundraiser is one of the most impactful fundraisers held by Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties. Unlike other...

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26.072021August 10, 2021
Clay Shoot Will Raise Unrestricted Funds for the Agency

Clay Shoot Will Raise Unrestricted Funds for the Agency

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags fundraiser, unrestricted funds

The “Pull, Shoot and Serve” Clay Shoot Fundraiser is the only fundraiser at Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties that raises “unrestricted funds.” Unrestricted funds...

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12.072021July 15, 2021
OWBC’s Clay Shoot Fundraiser is August 27th

OWBC’s Clay Shoot Fundraiser is August 27th

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags press release, reunion ranch

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Emily Hayes: ehayes@owbc-tx.org OWBC’s Clay Shoot Fundraiser is August 27th  Georgetown, Texas – Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties (OWBC) is the local...

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07.072021July 7, 2021
WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise $69,110 for Meals on Wheels in Georgetown

WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise $69,110 for Meals on Wheels in Georgetown

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags fundraiser, Madella Hilliard, St. David's Foundation, WHO Ladies

Women Helping Others, or as we affectionately call them, the “WHO Ladies” of Sun City, have just completed their 10th Annual Fundraiser for our Meals...

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14.062021June 14, 2021
H-E-B Celebrates 55th Anniversary in Georgetown through Donation Campaign

H-E-B Celebrates 55th Anniversary in Georgetown through Donation Campaign

By Kylea MarlowIn News

H-E-B is celebrating their 55th Anniversary in Georgetown through a special donation campaign. H-E-B has selected five charities in the community that best represent the...

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02.062021June 2, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: E.B. Reddoch, Burnet Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Spotlight: E.B. Reddoch, Burnet Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Burnet Senior center, meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month we’re featuring E.B. Reddoch, a Meals on Wheels volunteer out of our Burnet Senior Center. Currently, we are in serious need of new...

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26.052021May 26, 2021
Burnet County Employee Picnic Raised Funds for Meals on Wheels

Burnet County Employee Picnic Raised Funds for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags donation

On May 25th, the Burnet County government presented checks to various non-profit organizations in the Burnet area. At Burnet County’s Employee Picnic, staff raffled off...

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21.052021May 21, 2021
Head Start Continues to Receive Amazon Wish List Donations

Head Start Continues to Receive Amazon Wish List Donations

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags donations, head start

Our Head Start program includes 12 different locations across Williamson and Burnet Counties. These Head Start centers provide a multitude of learning and growth opportunities...

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20.052021May 20, 2021

2020 Annual Report Published

By Kylea MarlowIn News

After a whirlwind year, our 2020 Annual Report has been published! We have copies of the Annual Report available at the main office in Georgetown....

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10.052021May 10, 2021
Celebrating Community Action Month in May

Celebrating Community Action Month in May

By Kylea MarlowIn News

This month, we’re excited to celebrate Community Action Month. Community Action Month is celebrated every May and is a reminder of all the great work...

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03.052021May 5, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Dona Mazur, Leander Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Spotlight: Dona Mazur, Leander Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Bagdad Senior Center, leander, meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month, we’re featuring a newer Meals on Wheels volunteer, Dona Mazur. Dona volunteers out of our Bagdad Senior Center in Leander. At this time,...

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15.042021April 15, 2021
Mary Bailey Head Start Parents Share Why They’re Thankful for Head Start during WOYC’s Thankful Thursday

Mary Bailey Head Start Parents Share Why They’re Thankful for Head Start during WOYC’s Thankful Thursday

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags head start, Testimonials, week of the young child

Week of the Young Child’s (WOYC) celebration includes “Thankful Thursday” on April 15th, and after hearing why our Head Start parents are thankful for our...

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29.032021March 29, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Carolyn Neuwirth, Georgetown Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Spotlight: Carolyn Neuwirth, Georgetown Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Georgetown Meals on Wheels, meals on wheels

Our March Volunteer Spotlight is Carolyn Neuwirth! Carolyn has served as a Meals on Wheels volunteer out of our Madella Hilliard Senior Center in Georgetown...

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16.032021April 14, 2021
Celebrating Week of the Young Child in April

Celebrating Week of the Young Child in April

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags head start, week of the young child

Every year, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) celebrates the Week of the Young Child (WOTYC) in April. This year, the...

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12.032021March 12, 2021
March for Meals: Community Champions Week is March 22-26

March for Meals: Community Champions Week is March 22-26

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags march for meals, meals on wheels

Every year, Meals on Wheels of America launches March for Meals, a campaign to celebrate local Meals on Wheels programs and their seniors. In past...

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10.032021March 10, 2021
Clay Shoot Rescheduled for August 27, 2021

Clay Shoot Rescheduled for August 27, 2021

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Clay Shoot, Sponsors, volunteers

Our “Pull, Shoot, & Serve” Clay Shoot Fundraiser, originally scheduled for March 26th, has been rescheduled for Friday, August 27, 2021. We are looking forward...

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04.032021March 10, 2021
Amplify Austin Report: 2021 Donations & Virtual Donor Wall

Amplify Austin Report: 2021 Donations & Virtual Donor Wall

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags donations

We appreciate each and every donation that we receive. As a non-profit, we rely on the support of generous donors who believe in our mission...

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03.032021March 3, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Cathi Richie, Taylor Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Spotlight: Cathi Richie, Taylor Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags meals on wheels, Taylor Senior Center

Our February Volunteer Spotlight is here! We’re a few days late, but are incredibly excited to share this feature. Please meet the latest Volunteer Spotlight,...

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24.022021March 5, 2021
Amplify Austin: Day of Giving on March 4-5

Amplify Austin: Day of Giving on March 4-5

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags amplify austin

Amplify Austin Day is coming up this March 4-5. Amplify Austin is an opportunity every year to give back to our local community. According to...

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10.022021February 10, 2021

Meals on Wheels Seniors Receive COVID-19 Vaccine in Marble Falls

By Kylea MarlowIn News

On January 20th, thirty of our seniors living in Highview Retirement Village in Marble Falls were able to receive their first COVID-19 vaccination on site....

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01.022021February 1, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Round Rock Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Volunteer Spotlight: Round Rock Meals on Wheels Volunteer

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags meals on wheels

Our December and January Volunteer Spotlight have been combined into one special spotlight. Please meet the latest Volunteer Spotlight, Cynthia Wasserboehr. Cyndi volunteers out of...

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01.022021February 2, 2021
Community Partner Feature: Austin Diaper Bank

Community Partner Feature: Austin Diaper Bank

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Austin Diaper Bank, diaper donations

For the past five years, Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties has partnered with the Austin Diaper Bank to serve clients with diaper needs, including...

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29.012021January 29, 2021

First United Methodist Church in Georgetown Raised $6,142 for Georgetown Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags donations, First United Methodist Church, Madella Hilliard

On January 15th, First United Methodist Church in Georgetown presented a $6,142 check to our Meals on Wheels location in Georgetown (the Madella Hilliard Senior...

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18.122020December 18, 2020
Clay Shoot Fundraiser – Save the Date

Clay Shoot Fundraiser – Save the Date

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Our annual Clay Shoot Fundraiser was postponed from the October date this year due to COVID-19. However, it has been rescheduled for a spring date,...

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18.122020December 18, 2020
Rouse High School’s PALS Program Continues to Provide Donations for OWBC Clients in Need

Rouse High School’s PALS Program Continues to Provide Donations for OWBC Clients in Need

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags PALS program, Rouse High School

Rouse High School, located in Leander, has become a wonderful source of donations for the last few months for OWBC clients. In November, Rouse High...

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18.122020December 18, 2020
Round Rock IKEA Donates Mattress and Bedding for Meals on Wheels Senior in Need

Round Rock IKEA Donates Mattress and Bedding for Meals on Wheels Senior in Need

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags community partner, donations, meals on wheels

IKEA in Round Rock has been a community partner that has especially shined during 2020. When we hear that one of our clients is in...

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14.122020December 14, 2020
Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest December 9-16

Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest December 9-16

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags fundraiser, Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest

This year, OWBC has launched it’s first-ever virtual fundraiser. The fundraiser is a Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest (online voting is open from Dec. 9-16) with...

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30.112020November 30, 2020
Volunteer Spotlight: Marble Falls Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Volunteer Spotlight: Marble Falls Meals on Wheels Volunteer

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month, we would like to introduce you to our Volunteer Spotlight on Barbara Huffman. Each month, we like to feature a Meals on Wheels...

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24.112020November 24, 2020

COVID-19 Site Closures and Updates

By Kylea MarlowIn News
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24.112020November 24, 2020
Support Your Local Community Action Agency this Holiday Season

Support Your Local Community Action Agency this Holiday Season

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags donations, givingtuesday, holiday

For decades, Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties has been carrying out the following mission: To empower children, families and seniors to achieve and maintain...

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23.112020November 23, 2020
Leadership Georgetown Creates Holiday Cards and Ornaments for Senior Neighbors

Leadership Georgetown Creates Holiday Cards and Ornaments for Senior Neighbors

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, holiday cards, Leadership Georgetown, meals on wheels

Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties’ Director of Development, Lauren McAndrews, and the Madella Hilliard Senior Center Site Director, Kelsey Ward, visited the Georgetown Chamber...

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13.112020November 13, 2020
Rouse High School’s PALS Donate Hygiene Items

Rouse High School’s PALS Donate Hygiene Items

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags donations, hygiene kits

This week, we are grateful for a donation we received from Rouse High School in Leander. Their PALS program (PALS stands for Peers Assistance and...

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02.112020November 2, 2020
Virtual Fundraiser – Save the Date!

Virtual Fundraiser – Save the Date!

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags fundraiser
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29.102020October 29, 2020
Volunteer Spotlight: Leander Meals on Wheels Volunteers

Volunteer Spotlight: Leander Meals on Wheels Volunteers

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags leander, meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month, we would like to introduce you to our Volunteer Spotlight on Frank and Laurie Engels. Each month, we like to feature a Meals...

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14.102020October 15, 2020
Meals on Wheels in Leander Receives New Mazda for Deliveries

Meals on Wheels in Leander Receives New Mazda for Deliveries

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags meal delivery, meals on wheels

Our Meals on Wheels location in Leander, called the Bagdad Activity Center, lost a few volunteers earlier this year when COVID-19 struck. It became more...

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06.102020October 21, 2020
WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise Funds for Meals on Wheels

WHO Ladies of Sun City Raise Funds for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags fundraiser, meals on wheels, WHO Ladies of Sun City

Every year, Women Helping Others (WHO) of Sun City traditionally hold an in-person fundraising event to raise funds for our Meals on Wheels program. This...

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23.092020September 23, 2020

OWBC Accepting Bids for Lawn Services

By Kylea MarlowIn News

OWBC is currently accepting bids for lawn services for all of our Head Start facilities.  Locations are included in the Bid.  Bidders may download the...

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17.092020September 22, 2020
Albertsons Companies Foundation Grants OWBC $15,000 for COVID-19 Emergency Relief

Albertsons Companies Foundation Grants OWBC $15,000 for COVID-19 Emergency Relief

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags Albertsons Companies Foundation, development, grant, Randalls Stores

Earlier this year, OWBC applied for grant funding in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Since the pandemic started hitting Texas hard in March, we have...

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11.092020September 16, 2020
Mary Bailey Head Start’s Tyrone Brown Receives Family’s Letter of Appreciation

Mary Bailey Head Start’s Tyrone Brown Receives Family’s Letter of Appreciation

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, NewsTags head start, mary bailey, teacher

At Mary Bailey Head Start in Georgetown, Tyrone Brown, popularly known as “Mr. T,” is a treasured teacher by both the children and the staff....

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11.092020September 11, 2020
Volunteers Needed for United Way Day of Caring on September 25th

Volunteers Needed for United Way Day of Caring on September 25th

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, NewsTags United Way, volunteer, williamson county

United Way of Williamson County is holding their annual Day of Caring on Friday, September 25th from 8:00AM – 12:00PM. The United Way Day of...

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11.092020September 11, 2020
Volunteer Spotlight: Taylor Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Volunteer Spotlight: Taylor Meals on Wheels Volunteer

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight

This month, we would like to introduce you to our Volunteer Spotlight on Beth Griffith. Beth discusses what it is like to volunteer for Meals...

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31.082020September 1, 2020
IKEA Donates Desk and Chair for a Work-From-Home Client

IKEA Donates Desk and Chair for a Work-From-Home Client

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags community partners, COVID-19, IKEA

Since COVID-19 began, many workers in the state of Texas have found themselves working from home, at least in some capacity. One of our Community...

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25.082020August 25, 2020
Head Start Back to School: New Safety Protocols in Place

Head Start Back to School: New Safety Protocols in Place

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, NewsTags COVID-19, head start

Head Start classrooms across Williamson and Burnet Counties reopened on Monday, August 24. Since Head Start staff returned from summer break in early August, staff...

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07.082020August 7, 2020
All Together ATX Grants OWBC $20,000

All Together ATX Grants OWBC $20,000

By Kylea MarlowIn Development, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags All Together ATX, COVID-19, grant, meals on wheels, United Way

United Way for Greater Austin and Austin Community Foundation announced that they are awarding $2.2 million dollars to 70 Austin area non-profits this month in...

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05.082020August 5, 2020
Volunteer Spotlight: Georgetown Meals on Wheels Volunteers

Volunteer Spotlight: Georgetown Meals on Wheels Volunteers

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on WheelsTags meals on wheels, volunteer spotlight, Well checks

This month, we would like to introduce you to an exciting addition to our our monthly News: a “Volunteer Spotlight!” This month, we’re featuring The...

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27.072020July 27, 2020

2019 Annual Report Published

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags Annual Report

Every year, we publish an Annual Report to capture data and reflect on the previous year. In 2019, we served over 4,500 clients, raised over...

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24.072020July 28, 2020
Community Partnerships Grow during COVID-19

Community Partnerships Grow during COVID-19

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags community partnerships, COVID-19, donations, Operation Liberty Hill, Reveal Resource Center

2020 has been a year of challenges, with one challenge right on the heels of the one before it. Since the COVID-19 pandemic has completely...

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23.072020July 23, 2020

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: OWBC Notice for 2021 Insurance Consultant Services for Group Health Benefits (fully funded)

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Request for Proposals (RFP) for Insurance Consultant Services for Group Health Benefits (fully funded) newspaper publishing services will be received by OWBC until Noon, August...

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16.072020October 6, 2020

Sun City’s WHO Ladies Launch 9th Annual Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Now more than ever, Opportunities’ Meals on Wheels (MOW) program is in need of community support. Women Helping Others (WHO), or as we call them–the...

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14.072020July 14, 2020

BancorpSouth Gives Donation for Emergency Assistance in Burnet County

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags BancorpSouth, COVID-19

BancorpSouth has submitted a donation for emergency assistance for residents in need in Burnet County. Amber Kani, Assistance Vice President & CRA Specialist at BancorpSouth,...

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09.072020July 9, 2020
COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Available

COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Available

By Kylea MarlowIn Community Services, News

COVID-19 Emergency Assistance is funding that is available for Williamson and Burnet County residents that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. This emergency funding is...

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07.072020July 7, 2020

Main Office Staggering Shifts Beginning July 13

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags COVID-19

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties takes the health and safety of our staff and clients very seriously. In response to the rise in positive...

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26.062020June 29, 2020
Celebrating Employees who Earned their Degree during COVID-19

Celebrating Employees who Earned their Degree during COVID-19

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Due to COVID-19, many graduation ceremonies and celebrations have been cancelled or held only in a virtual capacity. OWBC has had numerous staff members who...

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22.062020June 22, 2020

OWBC’s Return to Work Protocols and What It Means for Clients

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags COVID-19

June 22, 2020 As a reminder, OWBC has over 20 locations in which we operate. Each site is unique depending on location and partnerships that...

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18.062020June 18, 2020

Kwik Chek Delivers Generous In-Kind Donation

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags in-kind donations, Kwik Chek

Kwik Chek, a convenience store in Spicewood, TX, dropped off a generous in-kind donation on Wednesday, June 17th. The donation included numerous health, beauty, and...

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05.062020June 5, 2020
IKEA Donates Over $2,000 in Item Donations

IKEA Donates Over $2,000 in Item Donations

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags donations

IKEA in Round Rock has donated over $2,000 in item donations to Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties. We would especially like to thank our...

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15.052020May 15, 2020

OWBC Receives Grant from Communities Foundation of Texas to support COVID-19 Relief Fund

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Donation stems from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas’ COVID-19 Collaborative Grant Fund Georgetown, Texas, May 15, 2020 – OWBC announced it was awarded...

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08.052020May 12, 2020

Celebrating Community Action Month

By Kylea MarlowIn Community Services, News

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties (OWBC) was established in 1965 as the area’s official Community Action Agency. We are a private, non-profit corporation governed...

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01.052020May 1, 2020
COVID-19: A Kindness Report

COVID-19: A Kindness Report

By Kylea MarlowIn Community Services, Head Start, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags donations, partners

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has taken up much of our time and attention since mid-March. Whether you’re scrolling through Facebook or reading the news, there...

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01.052020May 1, 2020
City of Round Rock Parks & Rec. Help Deliver Meals to Congregate Seniors

City of Round Rock Parks & Rec. Help Deliver Meals to Congregate Seniors

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags City of Round Rock, congregate, meals on wheels, staff

Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties (OWBC) has numerous senior nutrition kitchens located throughout Williamson and Burnet Counties that serve our congregate seniors on site....

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23.042020April 23, 2020
HEB Grants Meals on Wheels of Williamson and Burnet Counties $33,200 for COVID-19 Relief

HEB Grants Meals on Wheels of Williamson and Burnet Counties $33,200 for COVID-19 Relief

By Kylea MarlowIn Meals on Wheels, NewsTags COVID-19, Meals on Wheels Texas

Through efforts championed by Meals on Wheels Texas (MOWT) and our friends at H-E-B, Meals on Wheels of Williamson and Burnet Counties has received a...

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14.042020April 14, 2020
OWBC Receives BBVA Foundation Grant for Burnet County

OWBC Receives BBVA Foundation Grant for Burnet County

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags BBVA Bank, COVID19, donations, grants

The BBVA Foundation has generously awarded Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties (OWBC) a $5,000 grant to assist with COVID-19 resources and funding in Burnet...

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06.042020April 8, 2020
Meals for Head Start Families Now Available

Meals for Head Start Families Now Available

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, NewsTags families, head start, Head Start meals

On Monday, April 6, Head Start began serving drive-through meals for Head Start families. Meals include breakfast, lunch, and a snack, and are available from...

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03.042020April 3, 2020
WHO Ladies Donate Additional $1,000 for COVID-19 Relief

WHO Ladies Donate Additional $1,000 for COVID-19 Relief

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags COVID-19, donations, Sun City, WHO Ladies

Women Helping Others (WHO) is a group of women within the Sun City Texas Association who help charitable groups in Williamson County, specifically those in Georgetown....

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30.032020March 31, 2020
Texas Mutual Donates $50,000 to OWBC

Texas Mutual Donates $50,000 to OWBC

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags COVID-19, texas mutual

Texas Mutual, an Austin-based provider of workers’ compensation insurance, is on a mission to make an impact in the greater Austin community. Today, Texas Mutual...

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26.032020April 1, 2020
Head Start Offers Learning Support for Parents through Facebook

Head Start Offers Learning Support for Parents through Facebook

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, NewsTags head start, learning support

Given the COVID-19 crisis, our Head Start sites are all closed until April 6 (or until told otherwise). To help our Head Start parents still...

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24.032020March 25, 2020
COVID-19: Updates as of March 25th

COVID-19: Updates as of March 25th

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags COVID-19

As of Wednesday, March 25, we will be closing our main office, operating with limited personnel. Continue checking our website for updates as to when...

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23.032020April 7, 2020
Donations Needed during COVID-19 Pandemic

Donations Needed during COVID-19 Pandemic

By Kylea MarlowIn Head Start, Meals on Wheels, NewsTags COVID-19, donations

During the COVID-19 pandemic, our Meals on Wheels and Head Start clients, in particular, need our help more than ever. Our neighbors in need aren’t...

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13.032020March 25, 2020
COVID-19 Announcement

COVID-19 Announcement

By Kylea MarlowIn NewsTags announcements, COVID-19, news

Dear Community, Staff, Students and Parents: Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties (OWBC) is dedicated to promoting a safe and healthy environment for all employees...

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13.122022December 13, 2022

Zion Lutheran Church Donates $2,100 to Opportunities – Meals on Wheels

By Kylea MarlowIn News

Zion Lutheran Church of Wurstbraten, Texas prides themselves on giving back to their community. We are thankful that they have chosen Opportunities for Williamson &...

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10.052022May 10, 2022

Save the Date: “Pull, Shoot & Serve” Clay Shoot is August 26, 2022

By Kylea MarlowIn News

As we quickly approach summer, we would like to announce the date for our annual “Pull, Shoot & Serve” Clay Shoot Fundraiser. What: 5th Annual...

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