Making a Difference Together
in Hocking Hills
♥️ At The Woodlands at Hocking Hills, we believe that travel can do more than offer rest — it can build connections, strengthen communities, and create lasting impacts. ♥️
Thanks to the support of our incredible guests and partners, we’ve been able to turn our community-focused travel vision into real action.
Here’s what we’ve accomplished TOGETHER since 2021:
Intentional Stays
Intentional Amenities
Greater Impact
Giving Back 5%
‘The Woodlands at Hocking Hills’ has become more than a vacation rental and a place to get away for our family. It has taught us about grit, perseverance, taking risks, and working together. It has made us stronger as a family. We genuinely believe this journey is bigger than the five of us. Our ultimate vision is to integrate our “homes in the hills” with our passion for people.
Our children have each chosen a charity that they want to support. We are excited to give 5% of each rental back to one of these worthy organizations. We love the idea of all of us working together to help others, and YOU get to choose where your money goes by picking one of these three charities to support:
Austin
13 years old
“I chose Special Olympics because of my love for sports and I want everyone to have the opportunity, regardless of ability, to play a sport they love.”
Amenities That GIVE BACK
We’ve partnered with like-minded businesses to provide high-quality amenities while giving 5% back to Compassion International. Through this partnership, our family now sponsors a child named Yised from Colombia.
These give-back products include Coffee, Paper Products, Soap, Bedding, Dishware, Lighting, and Glassware. Every item has been carefully chosen not only for its quality but also for its impact.
Travel with Purpose: How You Can Join Us
Our guests at ‘The Woodlands at Hocking Hills’ can spread kindness and make an impact during their stay:
- 5% Donation with Every Booking
- Words of Encouragement
- Blessing Bags
- Pop Tab Collection
- Young Heroes, Big Hearts Journal
- Food Bank Drive – Contribute to the local food bank by filling one of our donation bags with non-perishable items. We’ll deliver them directly to the food bank on your behalf.
- My Very Own Blanket – Create a cozy blanket for foster children as part of your trip experience or as a gift when you return home! Blanket kits are an easy and impactful family project that is available for purchase!
- Voluntourism – Join a volunteer shift at the local food bank. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the community during your vacation.
Thanks for being a part of our journey and helping us make a difference together, one stay and one purchase at a time! ✨
Additional Organizations & People Supported
People in Need
Healthcare Workers
Nicaragua Mission Trip
Giving Back is at the heart of who we are. Our daughter was inspired to write “Young Heroes, Big Hearts: A Year-Long Journey of Kids Giving Back and Spreading Kindness.” A portion of each journal sold supports InspiHER Girls Leadership Foundation. She is continuing our family’s mission to make a difference, one stay, one book, and one act of kindness at a time.
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Thank You for Helping Us Make a Difference
By choosing to stay with us, you become part of a greater mission that extends far beyond your visit. Together, we’re supporting local tourism, empowering communities, and creating meaningful stays in Hocking Hills, one guest, one family, one act of kindness at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The Woodlands at Hocking Hills contribute to local charities?
Giving back is part of every stay at The Woodlands at Hocking Hills. Through our Give Back program, we donate a portion of bookings, support local and national nonprofits, and offer simple ways for guests to make a positive impact during their stay.
What percentage of bookings is donated to community causes?
At our Woodland Lodge and Notestone Cabin, 5% of each stay is donated to one of three charities selected by our guests: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Special Olympics, or the Humane Society. At Magnolia Grove Lodge, 5% of each stay supports Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Which organizations benefit from your Give Back program?
Organizations we support include St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Special Olympics, Humane Society organizations, Ronald McDonald House Charities, the Southeast Ohio Foodbank, and other community initiatives throughout the year.
How can guests get involved in your community initiatives?
Guests can participate by selecting a charity to receive the donation from their stay, contributing to seasonal giving projects, supporting local businesses, or taking part in simple volunteer opportunities and kindness initiatives offered at our properties.
What impact has your giving back program made so far?
Together with our guests, we’ve supported 18+ organizations, provided thousands of meals through local food drives, raised more than $68,000 for charitable causes, and created opportunities for guests to make a positive impact while visiting Hocking Hills.
Looking to make your Hocking Hills getaway even more memorable?
Ask us about private chefs, yoga sessions, in-cabin massages, winery tours, and group retreat experiences available during your stay.