They say charity begins at home so whenever possible I give something to Saline Area Social Service…read more(SASS) to help those nearby who need so so much. While it is important to help starving children in third world countries, it is essential that we don't neglect the ones that live in our area. Many of these families are desperately struggling to earn a living, stay together and survive. Be grateful if you have enough. Share some with others until they can get their lucky break, too. The downtown Saline office of SASS is crowded and busy with activity. The entrance is near Saline Downtown Diner, at the back of the block including Dan's Tavern. Some staff are there consistently, but you might be talking to a volunteer. They do what they can with what they have. They need donations: money, non-perishable and even perishable food including fruits and vegetables from your own garden, because they have a refrigerator and a freezer. So if you have extra of any type of food, please bring it by. They collect toiletries. The smaller travel size is preferred, but if you have full-size toiletries, they wait until they have about 120 of any given item and then they do a "distribution." At the end of the year, my church and many others in the area host a toiletries drive and collect shampoo & conditioner, bar soap & body wash, diapers, etc. that every family needs to function. Each of the churches in Saline including mine put together food baskets and gifts (for example, socks in specific sizes for boy, girl, man or woman) for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. That way, each person contributes just a little to make up a very nice windfall for each local family currently under the care of SASS, which coordinates the distribution of all of these baskets, so it makes giving logistically easier for an individual. If you wish to do some good, give them a call and stop by with a donation. During the summer months the pantry can get pretty bare so if you are into warehouse shopping, put something extra into your cart, then take it to SASS.

Monroe County Opportunity Program is a non-profit which offers numerous programs and services to…read morethose over the age of 55, those in poverty, or anyone else meeting the need for the specific program. Some of the programs they offer are Bridges Out of Poverty, Food Programs, Food RX, HEP Class, Home Care, Home Chore, Home Repair, Homeless Programs, Housing Programs, Senior Resource Advocacy, Supportive Services, Tax Preparation, Transportation (Specialized), Veteran's Assistance, and Weatherization. They have so many services that it's best to visit their website for specific details and requirements of the programs. I have used them before and give them a 5-star rating. They are great, a real blessing. If you know of anyone struggling in Monroe County, please tell them about this organization. I would like to thank the MCOP for everything they do and appreciate the services I have received from them. Please keep up the great work! If I can ever pay it forward, I will certainly make my donation to your organization.

I wish I could give them one million stars. They have been the best childcare provider I have ever…read morehad. They were very helpful during the pandemic and I greatly appreciate them from the bottom of my heart. They care and love my children dearly and I love them as well. They communicate so well! I Love Love Love them! Thank you Tracey and all the staff members and teachers! Mr Luke teaches my son very well and I am pleased with the level of education being taught at this school. I know my children will be well equip for the next step in their education thanks to Kindercare!

great place to send your kids. very nice caring staff, clean building and the communication is…read moregreat.

I absolutely love this daycare! Ms Brittney and her staff goes above and beyond for the kids and…read morethe parents as well. They are very attentive to all the kids different needs. My son loves everyone there. It's such a loving warming family atmosphere.

This is a great little storage place. We keep our camper stored outdoors there. They also have…read moreenclosed units. The owner is helpful and easy to work with. Prices are very reasonable.

They are amazing people with big hearts. They take great pride in the education they provide. I…read morewould recommend them to anyone. Great education and daycare.

Such an amazing place for your little ones to attend. They learn so much at such a young age and…read morethe staff is absolutely amazing! My little one is 5 and was having a hard time seperating from me some days, and they encourage her and support her. My little one enjoys her school so much! Thank you Educare!

I love this thrift store. It's so clean and organized. The pricing seems to always be a great…read morebargain. They frequently have special deals like today... 50% off EVERYTHING!

The store is very organized and clean. The prices are a little high for a thrift store, for clothes…read moreespecially. The person that checked me out was not very kind. She did not smile or respond to any of my interactions. After I was done and said thank you, she just turned away with a frown. Probably won't return.

Went here to have my fantasy football trophy engraved. The staff was super friendly and did great…read morework for a reasonable price. I'll be coming here from now on for all my engraving needs.

Our Maumee basketball team was in need of 10 medals for their banquet. I visited Gold Ribbon on…read moreThursday evening and we needed them for Saturday. They were extremely helpful in making this happen. I was offered several choices and the price was unbeatable. They pulled through and I was able to pickup 10 engraved medals for the Maumee boys basketball banquet on Saturday. This past January I stopped by looking for one football trophy. They suggested one and they engraved it for me while I waited. It's rare to find great customer service but you'll find it here!