In this episode of Torch Talk, Lindsey Chupp sits down with Katie Koglman and Megan Wilson from United Way of Wayne and Holmes Counties for an in-depth conversation about community impact, nonprofit leadership, and what it really looks like to support people behind the scenes.

Katie, the CEO, and Megan, the Marketing and Development Coordinator, walk through how United Way operates locally, why every community’s needs are different, and how their small team works across Wayne and Holmes counties to connect people with real resources. They share candid insight into leading a nonprofit, fundraising challenges, misconceptions about where donations go, and the responsibility that comes with being a community connector.

The conversation brings United Way’s work to life through real examples, from emergency housing support and lead remediation to the 2-1-1 helpline and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Katie and Megan also talk about prevention-focused solutions, collaboration with other organizations, and why flexibility matters when serving families in crisis.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• How United Way supports education, housing, health, and basic needs locally
• What nonprofit leadership looks like behind the scenes
• The realities of fundraising and community misconceptions
• Why prevention is a smarter long-term investment
• How collaboration drives meaningful local impact

This episode offers a grounded look at community leadership and the everyday work that helps families, businesses, and neighborhoods move forward together.