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Human Trafficking Awareness January 1-31, 2026
Join the YWCA in January to bring awareness to human trafficking. Support survivors and be a beacon of hope for victims.
HT Awareness Basketball Games
Saturday January 3rd, 2026
Lincolnview Lancers vs Van Wert Cougars
JV games tip off at Lincolnview High School at 10:00 am (girls then boys to follow)
Varsity tips off at Van Wert High School at 4:00 pm (girls then boys to follow)
BLACKOUT Human Trafficking: GLOW BOWL
Sunday January 18th from 1 pm - 4 pm Olympic Lanes Van Wert - there’s NO SCHOOL on Monday!
Bowl in the dark under black lights - wear your NEON
50/50 raffle and other prizes TBA
Grab your sweetheart or rally a group of friends and beat the winter blahs on February 14, 2026 with a day of mini-golf excitement across town. 💘⛳ Teams will travel to 15 participating locations throughout Van Wert, testing their putting skills for a chance to win cash prizes.
The fun doesn’t stop there—try your luck with a 50/50 raffle and additional prize raffles along the way. Best of all, every putt makes a difference. Proceeds support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking served by the YWCA of Van Wert County.
A day of friendly competition and loads of fun supporting a great cause—this is one Valentine’s date you won’t want to miss.
Nomination forms for the 2026 Women of Achievement will be available beginning January 5th, 2026. Nominees must either live or work in Van Wert County. Click on the category title for a description of the qualities/qualifications which encompass that category.
The first 10 nominees will be honored on March 26, 2026.