United Way hires new director to succeed Mizer

Emma Mitchell

The United Way of Coshocton County announced Emma Mitchell as its new executive director effective Jan. 2, 2023. She will succeed Lyn Mizer who has served in this position for the past 12 years.

Mitchell graduated Cum Laude from the Ohio State University in 2020 with a BA in Management, Leadership and Policy along with a BA in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies. While in school, Mitchell interned with the United Way during the summer of 2019. “While working with us, Emma proved herself to be a quick learner, eager to understand and help wherever she could. She will be a great asset to not only our community but to the United Way family,” Mizer said.

Mitchell will be responsible for the operations, agency goals and furthering the mission of the organization and to help create long lasting change not only by monetary donations, but also by building on relationships to advance the common good. The United Way unites neighbors and resources to positively impact lives in Coshocton County and one donation reaches over thirty programs and $.99 of every dollar donated stays here in Coshocton County.

Board President Steve Oster said, “I am excited to see Emma’s passion for non-profits, wanting to learn more about the community but also wanting to give back to the community. She will have high energy to make a difference for United Way and the community.”

Mitchell has a great deal of community service as a member of the Mount Leadership Society Scholars during which she organized donations for the Star House in Columbus Ohio, disbursed meals at the Community Kitchen, constructed care packages for the Women’s Shelter, created crafts and activities for Nationwide Children’s Hospital and even participated in a 24 -hour dance marathon benefitting pediatric cancer patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

“I am passionate about giving back to the communities who have inspired and shaped me. I passionately want to support, defend and work to expand civil rights and liberties to all marginalized groups and communities. While working for the United Way I hope to provide opportunities for providing empowerment, education, support, and advocacy to those in need. I hope to find innovative and successful ways to highlight and support Coshocton County, it’s residents and local businesses and organizations. “Mitchell said.

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