TIFFIN, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Tiffin-Seneca United Way (TSUW) Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Nikki Distel as the organization’s new Development Director. Distel, who joined TSUW as Office Manager in 2022, has been a key figure in maintaining stability for the local nonprofit agency and their partners during a period of reorganization and revival.

“Nikki has been a constant force in supporting our efforts and in her dedication to the mission of Tiffin-Seneca United Way,” said David Stover, TSUW Board President. “We are eager to see her take on this new role and continue to grow in it.”

Distel and her husband Michael, along with their three children, reside in Tiffin. She serves on the boards of several local organizations, including Seneca County Young Professionals, Tiffin Seneca Heritage Festival, Downtown Business Enhancement, and Seneca County Family and Children First Council.

In her new role as Development Director, Distel will develop and manage workplace campaigns with local businesses, coordinate fundraising events, and build relationships with Seneca County donors and community impact partners. She will work as part of the United Way of North Central Ohio (UWNCO) Development Team, thanks to a consultancy partnership between TSUW and UWNCO.

Distel will remain based in the Tiffin-Seneca United Way offices at 201 S Washington Street in Tiffin, with the UWNCO consultancy taking on administrative support responsibilities.

“Our ongoing relationship with United Way of North Central Ohio makes this possible, and delivers real results, like our implementation of the 2-1-1 helpline as well as broad internal improvements. We appreciate the opportunity to continue to move forward in partnership with them,” said Stover.

Amber Wertman, CEO of United Way of North Central Ohio, expressed excitement about Nikki’s new role. “The integration of some services with UWNCO will allow Nikki to focus fully on developing local funding in Tiffin and Seneca County,” said Wertman. “Nikki has been working closely with our organization throughout this consultancy, and we’re excited to have her officially on board the development team!”

Tiffin-Seneca United Way funds more than 20 primary and associate nonprofit partners working to fill Seneca County with successful children, healthy families, and self-sufficient residents. TSUW is committed to their presence and partnerships in the community and will continue to provide updates on improvements at the organization.